[Steve2z]

So as a prerequisite to me getting my 430 in several years, I am planning on building my garage- its going to be 60x36 feet, so quite big, and I do like to do regular maintainance on all my cars. What would you guys suggest for must have items for making it much easier to make the garage most functional and geared toward a Ferrari- I've seen some nice scissor lifts I think would be very helpful- if anyone has some ideas- I am all ears!

Steve

[Granucci]

Well. I do not think for regular maintenance you'll need compressed air: But I'd buy one anyway and with retracting hoses.

Retracting Extension cords.

Many extension outlets or abilities of such.

Nice, deep, sink with all the usual cleaning areas, products and places to dispose or store waste oil.

Don't see you washing car in-situ, but, I've always wanted drains and that ability which means vacuums and all that cool overhead stuff.

Air filtering : hate dust. Many don't like it, but my garage is always heated.

I never need battery tenders, but plumb those sockets in for each stall anyway: waterproof of course or make them drop down from overhead.

Even though those mats are somewhat cool, they are a PITA to keep clean. Each their own.

No animal doors. Matter of fact, lock that garage down.

Usual fire control stuff.

WIDE nice doors.

Lots and Lots of matching cabs, with a nice wide screen and tapper [well, wishing]
couch area.

My next garage always seemed to have a nice glass wall letting me see the cars from somewhere inside in a neat way.

Then this is all some pipe dream for me.

Post some drawing and I'll dream more...

[Steve2z]

Here's the floor plan of what I am figuring on.

[brettgagnon]

this thread interests me in great detail as we are within 2 years of building our next home, and a "man-cave" garage is already allotted for

Brett

[Steve2z]

Yep, I get some discounts from work on electronics, so a pretty big tv would be in order- Plus its going to be built from 2x6 studs, so I will be able to insulate it very well(which in upstate NY is a huge bonus!)

[Granucci]

all my homes are 2x6's and the corners are 6x6 with a few steel I-beams here and there--earthquake weather ya' know.

Don't know where you are located, but here there would be a wine cave option too

ALSO, don't know the particulars of the front design and how it folds to the house, but I, personally, would be tempted to make the entry front door another garage door and entry door to the side.

not just for the looks, but having the option for the smaller vehicle in that area is tempting.

[Steve2z]

I like that idea! Anyone have any thoughts on the floor? I like the drain idea, especially during wintertime it would be nice to squeegie everything down the drain.

[sunskr]

If you are going to do a lift. Electric or Hydraulic, get something you can stand under, it does make a big difference. You will have to raise the celling to allow for that type of lift but you won't reget doing it.... I have a 30x40 with a 15x18 door, i can put a camper truck on the lift.
I have not bought a beer in several years, friends use the lift for minor work and the refrigerator is all ways stocked with beer and wine...

[Steve2z]

Excellent, I am definately planning for a lift, either epoxy or the raceday flooring- I may keep a section of the garage without a ceiling just to have that additional lift space.

[Granucci]

[QUOTE=sunskr;143100]If you are going to do a lift. Electric or Hydraulic, get something you can stand under, it does make a big difference. You will have to raise the celling to allow for that type of lift but you won't reget doing it.... I have a 30x40 with a 15x18 door, i can put a camper truck on the lift.
I have not bought a beer in several years, friends use the lift for minor work and the refrigerator is all ways stocked with beer and wine...[/QUOTE]

That's what I'm talking bout.....make sure they are not too far gone when jacking up or messing with tools

Originally Posted by Steve2z

Excellent, I am definately planning for a lift, either epoxy or the raceday flooring- I may keep a section of the garage without a ceiling just to have that additional lift space.

Drains are absolutely a must IMO. My 'robust' bathrooms have them also with smooth walls to just wash them down.

Epoxy, well, each their own, but I found many to be too slippery, but, yes, easier to wash down. I am not a fan of the plastic tile snap-together items.

As a side note, I purchased a few of my favorite 'great-idea' items off Amazon few years ago: Garage light, solar powered, actuated lazers. No batteries, only turn on when the garage light they are near power them up. They are used for pinpoint parking. AND, besides no maintenance they are only about $15.
Example of a two lazer system ~ $26: InstaPark Two Car Solar Powered Laser Garage Parking System - DAYTONA BRANDS Auto.Alert 1 Back Up Alert

Amazon apparently is out of stock on mine: Instapark 2 Car Solar Powered Laser Garage Parking System | nbo group inc

Wireless parking sensors

[bryanp]

good ideas so far. Here are more for you to think about. If you plan to do any messy work, consider a two-part shop so you have a "clean" room and "dirty" room concept - you don't want airborne crap from a grinding operation drifting onto paint, glass, etc.

consider hydronically heating your slab. It's pleasant heat, esp if you are ever going to be lying/sitting next to or under the cars.

Definitely get a man-door in addition to garage doors for access. Consider high-grade insulated roll-up doors, so as not to interfere w/ lifts, lines, lighting, etc, that a regular sectional door will do w/ its tracks.

If you have a compressor and lines set up, put the compressor in its own sound-attenuated room; suckers are noisy.

sand-blast cabinet? oven for baked-on coatings? make sure you have enough electrical service for a couple of 220 outlets.

definitely do a 4-post lift; I have 9000 pound lift by Quality. You should have not less than 11'-6" clear height.

storage, storage, storage. and not just shelves, but open spots to put weird, space gobbling tools like jacks and engine stands.

Here are some pics of mine - I built the shell in 98 and spent this last winter making it civilized for my next restoration project. these pics are all taken in the "clean" shop. Besdies a lot of wall and base cabinets and 18' steel counter, you can also see the engine hoist beam built into the ceiling. The last pic looks out the man door to the dirty shop where the '65 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale is on the lift. The sand blast cabinet, bench-moutned grinder and stand-up compressor are in the dirty shop.

[bryanp]

I would also spend some time here; lots of good info and examples.
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[Granucci]

Originally Posted by bryanp

I would also spend some time here; lots of good info and examples.
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There's a Garage Journal: ANDREW, you need to acquire that site.

[Lowell_Brown]

Here is my garage, Outside and Inside

[bryanp]

very nice. where in Santa Fe are you? My dad was born in Las Vegas (NM), but his family is all in SF now. We get out there every other summer - we typically visit Denise McCluggage when we are there.

[Lowell_Brown]

I live about a mile form Denise McCluggage.

800 Garcia Street.

You are welcome to come by and see my garage.
Call me 982-3528

[Granucci]

Two things awsome: Denise McCluggage and Sante Fe.

Nice garage. Like the fact there is plenty of room to each side.

[Steve2z]

Alright, so Air compressor is a definate, as are the air and power cable spools. I also believe I will get a 4 post lift, and a portable scissor lift- unless I am missing something and I can get the wheels off the car with it being on a 4 post lift.

[bill ward]

Sir-
When I built my garage 7-8 years ago, I agonized over my choice of lifts. In the end I chose a 2 post symmetrical Bend Pak and couldn't be happier. Everything is accessible with out having to do any extra jacking after car or truck is on hoist. I use tall jack stands and have a tall tranny jack to allow removal of heavy parts. I bought everything from Northern Tool Supply. The only minor problem with a symmetrical lift is insufficient door opening for big guys. I solved this by careful work with my concrete floor and drains. I can pull my 8,700 lb truck up to hoist, get out(without truck rolling) and grab a tire and place exactly where I want it and not break a sweat. Ferrari is even easier.And, you'll use it in ways you can't imagine now. Having done it, I would never buy a 4 post for my only hoist- but now, maybe my garage needs and extension..... Bill

[wetpet]

def recommend the 2 post. should be easy to find used. drain a must. large compressor a must.

bryan-great looking garage!!!