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Happenings he Hood shopping powering on Here we go. We need some airflow. It's going to be warm today. Good day everybody.
Welcome back! Glad you guys are here! I'm not going to work on anything on this video I would just uh I'd like to give you guys like the updated walk around tour of kind of how this place has uh started to come together. Everybody keeps asking me about the space next door and how the place is developing. so I figured I would just dedicate today's video or this video on such things. Starting with this we can see here: I have another lift.
This is lift number three. It's a rotary I Believe this is a 9 000 pound capacity lift so it's kind of on the smaller side. It's good for 1500 size trucks, cars maybe small vans, loud trucks. A very loud truck so it's of a smaller capacity than the 10 000 pound and of course smaller than the 12 000 pound.
So the new lift the new use lift is going to end up going right over here in the new section where the wall used to be that I took down earlier I have a I've kind of marked out on the floor pretty much where the feet are going to be placed. so we've got x marks a spot right here and the way I figured that is if we look down to the other angled lift right here. that's where that footprint is going to lie right there. so we'll keep this one at an angle.
so I can still just use the single door. Meaning if we follow that one up, there's our other lift arm there so that should be at a good 45 degrees to the door. So if my car is coming in here, it's It's a real tight squeeze, but this is for smaller stuff. that's that's about as good as I can get it.
or I need to take this Hood down. which I'm going to because both of the fans that are in it are blown up and I take some of this wall down right here and I can possibly move this lift maybe a little bit farther forward. I've got to be kind of careful though because the floor has been cut out for these little drains and I can't get too close uh, into that little divoted area I don't know if you can see it on camera, but it's it's like, uh, well, it's a divot in the floor. Either way, this position will accommodate that lift.
I Kind of wanted to put it outside, but the concrete back there is is cracked up pretty bad. Um, maybe I see I'm thinking of doing it straight on. but then I I have to knock that wall down and I wasn't really prepared for that. Uh, with the exception of this closet area right here, this is a outside closet.
I am going to knock this down because getting cars through here is going to be virtually impossible. Plus, this is actually a whole lot of space that I need for uh for other things like this bench over here for example and the brake lathe for example and or bulk oils and fluids for example and or cabinets and or roll carts. There's a lot of stuff and I can find some space right there to to utilize to place all that stuff. Um, let's see what else.
This used to be a window and since uh, long term I'm planning on taking this wall down I'm gonna leave this alone with the exception of a big vent fan that I'm gonna put in right here because there's not much airflow on this side of the building. there's only the one door and then that fan. So I'm gonna cut a hole in that window type of thing over there and we're going to put a high volume come up like a commercial or industrial fan in there that will help move air through the building. I may or may not put another one like up over here or maybe over here because I do need to uh to work on some circulation action now I've got some cabinets. What had happened is I I Located a shop across town and they were closing up and I kind of bought all their stuff. so I have some nice storage cabinets I have dedicated this one to oils and fluids. so I've got a bunch of filters, some BG stuff, some oils, some transmission fluid, more trans fluid, more trans fluid European trans fluid, European oils and Asian and domestic and European coolants. I still have some other coolant stuff way over Yonder on that other shelf, but I'm starting to gravitate all of these types of materials over here to this end of the building.
Cool stuff, connectors and whatnot that is absorbent mats for the floor oil for the tow truck, a shelf, a kind of a shelf yeah over there I need to get into that that is a top side creeper. that's the type that you climb up into and then you like lay down in the platform and then I can work down in the engine compartment without you know, leaning over the fenders or crawling up and standing on the the radiator core. Support things like that. So I need to put that thing together.
That's useful. Uh, we have a transmission floor jack. Many of you guys have seen that I've got an engine check slash cherry picker that's from the shop that uh, that closed up. Let's see.
Oh this is a new one. The BGE Driveline service pump that is for differential and transfer case oils. You guys have seen the BG transmission fluid one. All right.
let's see, it's what else is going on here. We've got a pressure washer just in case I need to pressure wash and stuff. Uh oh, that thing that's a European oil drain type device. It's actually like a vacuum oil sucker router that way.
I Don't need to pull drain plugs on the Euro Cars I Just stick two down in the little tube, stick that tube inside of the cars tube and you vacuum the oil out. It's super fancy. Uh, let's see if some of this wall like from here down might be removed. I Think you have to pull that out.
We already talked about removing that closet section. We mentioned the brake lathe before. I've got one of those ready to rock and roll. See that sink's gonna go away? No, No, no, no.
what else. What else, What else? What else? More storage, More storage. These shelves are all going to stay. You guys tell me to take these out so I can pull cars closer, but you'll see that the structure of the building is in the way. So by moving these wooden shelves or removing them rather, I Um I just sort of remove space that's usable when in this configuration. I Do have some level of storage, so that's that. Stuff's all going to stay so you guys know. I've got the refrigerant machine that's good.
No squeezing through here. We've got some jack stands, more storage that's going to go up. I Think right here it's a good spot. Got a shaft for my Silverado don't need that anymore.
the assault blow gun. We've got a power steering exchange machine that's decorative. That doesn't mean I Warranty Interstate Batteries for no reason uh Parts washer a little dirty in there. It's full of diesel fuel we've got.
It's a 20 ton shop press with a hydraulic jack. need to upgrade that this one. the Pf7 that's another BG unit that is the brake fluid exchanger. Got some lights, some tool boxes, stock stuff, inventory Etc et cetera.
Yeah, it's it's coming together. Ah, the swamp cooler and what else is going on. Oh, another one of those cabinets. Um I don't know what I'm gonna do with this cabinet yet.
So far it's just. uh, it's uh, specialty tools where it's specialty tools and Rando stuff. Don't really know what I'm gonna do about that. See some torches? There's the head.
We don't need to go in there. more storage and inventory. This area is for my piles of brake clean. I've got some glass cleaner more BG stuff towels, towels, towels, towels, light bulbs, extension cords, more light bulbs Chamois cloths, more towels, lots of gloves, trash cans yeah all the uh.
all the Necessities oil filters for uh, the Silverado and the tow truck got a fuel filter there more Arctic Cat Stuff oh yeah. smoke machine I have not needed that yet. that's a smoke producing device. more ventilation outside, more storage, more storage delivery of Parts these are all this is all parts pending installation and uh in some shop towel delivery stuff so that's good to go.
Y'all know about the compressor. No one has stolen it yet. Weird right? Let's see. Got the keyboard and office land which also is coming together quite swimmingly.
Yeah, we're getting there guys. so that's the update. That's uh, that's where we're at so far. uh with Project Shop, it's coming together more lights.
also a little bit at a time I Squeeze in an hour or two every day just to try to build this place up to where I want it to be. So that's the tour. Hope you guys enjoyed the tour. Let me know what you think about this place down in the comments section uh, below while you're down there.
don't forget to tap that like button. And as always, do not forget to have yourselves a great day. See you guys later! end of transmission.
Amazing progress from when you first move in. I am amazed that you leave things outside. Must be gated or a really safe area.
Hey I live in Europe and indeed almost every shop has those oil-sucking machines. But for me it's not a trustworthy thing, it almost never suck all the oil out. Depends greatly on how the oil pan is shaped and where the dipstick tube enters it and at what angle.
That Dodge 1500 out side covered in dust, what’s the deal with it??
Looking good. Thanks for the update.
Good on you, Ray!
Played "spot the fire extinguisher" – is there one in the corner by the electrics/fuse box?
I would move the two host back from the wall so when you put a automobiles on you have room to work from the front if the automobile
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Where are the fire extinguishers?
Very good proud of you!
I know Ray did a poll a while ago if people liked the shorter or longer videos, but I find myself drawn much more to the 20 min and less videos than the longer ones as I do not really have almost an hour every night before bedtime to watch just one video.
That's a sporting rifle blowgun Ray.
Be aware that you need 6 inches of concrete to mount those lifts. I sold and installed many brands for 16 years including Wayne Benwil and Rotary
The problems our shop has is programming modules and hybrid/electric equipment Charger and aluminum cherry picker and so on
The fluid evacuator and fill machine i can see. The trans machine in my 35 years i stopped using them. Too many transmissions wouldnt shift afterwards Too many problems for a shop for $150 flush and the trans quits shifting. We lost alot of customers due to this crap because it was the shops fault because it was working before Just isnt worth the headache. Ive had. Honda. Ford. Chevy Toyota. Dodge all mess up. Nissan cvt trans the manufacturer says to replace not rebuild the cvt every 180k miles. Cvt junk
I havnt seen a brake lathe in any shop in over 10 years. The machines were too much. The bits too expensive. Too time consuming. Not cost effective. If its a captured rotor ive seen on car lathes but since ceramic brake pads came around the need to machine has died out. Its almost always less time consuming and in some cases cheaper to just replace the rotors
Please explain ignition Dwell.
It is really great to see you expand your business by using that space wisely and efficiently. Way to go, Ray!
I have to say that you have come a long way also. I would also like to say where you are going to add the fan I would add another garage door. That would add to your ventilation. It will also give you an easier travel for vehicles to come in and out of your Garage.
I wouldn't mind working for you.
I love the content and great work keep it up
Would you put Kirkland brand oil into a bmw?
You should definitely invest in a second roll-up door. Then you can install the 3rd lift straight.
Amazing job Ray. So did you want more intros done? I would be happy to do so.
You should paint the place. At least the floor.
We mounted plastic containers on our lift posts for holding lug nuts, bolts, and plastic fender clips. Magnetic trays are great, but with how much plastic is on vehicles anymore, we realized that a tray would work better.
The only way is up Ray, I'd say the only regret you have about the shop is that you didn't do it long before now. Getting things done and kicking @$$ 👍👍👍
Knock down that wall and put in another full size roller door! Then you can mount that new lift straight and not worry about clipping the corner every time you have to bring a car in and out. And solves the airflow problem too.
another straight bay with a door makes so mauch sense to me…I'd really consider it Ray. I know it's pricey.
I suppose you could always reposition the lift if you do a bay door later though.
You'll love that topside creeper. First one I sold the mechanic fell asleep on it. (His wife told on him.)
Goddamn great for what, 4 months? Amazing and good on ya
Can I have that plywood when you knock the wall out
Love it, Ray. Just love it. Well done!
Haven't been able to stay caught up, now I'm feeling guilty but family comes first. Awesome progress, so happy for you.
Just a suggestion Work on security next all those expensive tools and equipment. Easier to keep them out than get them out. Great job with the shop.
No friendly guard dog. Even friendly dogs can be cranky during off hours. Almost mandatory in shops on TV.
God bless u and your shop it are coming together nicely am so happy for u
It’s coming along a step at a time . I have always wondered why the big lift is not the straight drive in lift , easier for the “big “ rigs . The smaller stuff can handle the turns better . Just me an my OCD I guess . You are doing great . Stay safe , have fun .
Ray, I would invest in a few more fire extinguishers, placed strategically around the shop, cause you never know, your doing good, from KY. fan
Thanks for the tour and update, Ray. I see lots of good comments and suggestions here. You get to harness the power of the Internet with hundreds of "consultants" feeding their expertise for zero dollars! You get to cherry pick the best suggestions and make it work for you. Keep up the good work!
Awesome ! Good job Ray !
I like your thought process. You're a well organized person. thoroughly enjoying your videos. Keep up the excellent work.
Lookin good!
Ray for cooling for those super humid and hot florida days during the summer months. Look into a Ductless Mini Split heating and cooling system. and maybe some ceiling fans in the shop. But for sure on the mini split heating and cooling system that'll keep ya nice and comfy while working. and hell maybe put up some speakers in the ceiling rafters and put in a kick a** stereo reciever and crank the tunes while spinning wrenches.
your shop is really coming together!
Ray, Have you ever thought about moving your doors further out towards the roof edge? Move it out to the next steel pillar. That will give you a lot more room.
On the video sign, rules for thee but not for me? LoL
What's up with the red Ram sitting in front of the "new space"?
My guy at snj,had them big mercury lights in other locations they cost money to run,built new shop went with leds ,save alot of money ,but they promised long life ,not a reality,but put out losts light,and don't really jack electric bill up,but still has to change out bulbs every so often
you still really should get an electritian in there and go over all the fuse boxes and wiring just to make sure everything is up to par and good. It looks like everything has been good so far, but it still would be prudent.
Had you thought about refillable brake clean cans and just charging them with shop air? Saves a ton of space and trash. Then you just get like a 55g barrel or a 5g bucket at a time. Per can it is much cheaper.
Anybody know what mechanic pay is like in Florida. I'm in California and wanna live next to the gators too
yes, heat rises, so a roof fan would work best
Lookin Good Ray!
Looking good Ray. Congratulations 👍.
Everything is coming together nicely awesome 👍👍
I love how a gn-tray trolley from a professional kitchen is now a shelf(well sort of) for you 😂
Glad to see your new "stuff". And a "Parts Cleaning unit". Yea!!!!!!
Move the big lift into the new section and make a new door so you can drive straight in, no more struggling getting in and our, Put the new lift where the big lift is now and share the original door between the 2 smaller lifts so it's easier to get in and out.
Awesome Ray claps for you🤗
Onward and upward Ray! Kudos to you and yours.
Really coming together. Excited for your future. Who knows, maybe you’ll be my local shop in a few years. Planning on relocating to Florida and that area is within my “cone of consideration”. 😁
I would keep the industrial sink back there Ray and attach a foot pedal valve to it so you can wash your hands without touching the sink!
You need to move the 12k lift in the middle so it’s a straight shot in
"going to be a warm one today" and we just got 5 inches of snow last night.
Ray when you put in another lift you may need some help maybe somebody you worked with before
Just wonderful to see you in your own shop.
I still think the Big Lift should be moved!
Clearly your maid has been sick!
At first i didnt think this was a long term place.. but now its looking better and better…. keep up the hard work Ray & co!
this video today is brought to you all by the nay sayers and haters that said Ray would fail. gave him the extra drive to not just succeed successfully but go further and further in expanding his own business. one of the most amazing people on the tubes of you. Ray, you are amazing.
Ooh, Ray likey new cabinets, shiny shiny!
Awesome.. such dedication to improving your shop . Well done to you both 👌😎👍
Unless I"m missing something, you seem to be pouring a lot of time, effort and money into a building that isn't yours.
Looks great 👍 I feel you with trying to figure out where to put everything to flow well. I just got concrete poured for my shop and I have changed my mind several times as to where stuff should be to work the most efficient and the building isn't even finished yet lol
The spot for the 3rd lift looks too tight. I would try driving a vehicle in as a test. To visualize the lift columns, I would use 2 ladders to mimic lift columns to see if the layout is feasible. I would hate for you to take the time to install the lift and find out it is too tight.
Looking great Ray 👍 wouldn't it be easier to put a new shutter door leading into the new area then you wouldn't have to do any awkward manoeuvres to get in… just a thought 🤔
Coming along 👍 … the covered area outside the roller door , it'd be awesome if you could move the wall (that the roller door is attached to) all the way out to where the roof ends 🤐 👍
Hugely impressed, you have done a lot in a short time. Though you probably realise that. 😬
Shops coming along well ray
Aww mannn… I lost a bet with a mate. I said for sure Ray was getting a 4-post wheel alignment hoist for that space once he gets the new front door done…! Oh well. 🙂
Holy smokes… Not going back to Butterfingers Auto.?
Epic…
Don't underestimate the value of a slop sink.
Biggest lift should be in the center by the door.
when the company comes out to install the 3rd lift, have them move the 10k ton lift away from the wall by 1 or 2 feet…
Probably already mentioned.
Open drains and heavy volatile vapour are not good, sparks would be a possible source of ignition.
I am jealous of your achievements. You are going to take the world by storm!
I LOVE those nice shiny cabinets…anyone know who makes them?? Things are coming together really well Ray. I would keep a sink on the far wall…another hand washing area or emergency eye wash type use. Great score on the lift…I think where you have the X's would be a good locale for the precise reason you said:-) One piece at a time…
High fives Ray!!
Why not move the pickup truck and put one of those lifts that hook up to a compressor it only raises it just enough to do a brake job.
Where's the bar? That's like the most important part of the shop!
And as usual I smashed the like button and have enjoyed the video thank you for the walk-around tour of your shop
It’s all coming together very nicely. Your happiness is genuine now and revisiting videos of you in the old shop makes it obvious how soul crushing that place was for you.
Being fired forced your hand to start your own shop and now people are seeking you out and are far more likely to give the go-ahead on repairs because they know you’ll do it right.
Nearly 30 years of 5S "events" in manufacturing makes me want to label and organize those shelves. Congrats on the shop, Ray.
I do believe that it would be a good idea to install a safety shower/eyewash station in your shop. It’s a great safety measure to have. Might even help prevent a serious injury or vision loss.
Glad to see all is going well. Please say hello to Prudence for me.
Without “YouTube” Ray would have needed a little more time for these improvements..oh and his help costs a lot less than hiring someone else.
Alignment Rack could help.
Great to see Ray, Wife Unit and kids on this journey and things are really taking off.
Nice progress Ray. I'm very impressed. Happy to see you move on from your last job. Keep up the good work.
You have to work to keep the lights on . Your doing great job ray it will all come together just keep chipping away at it before you know it it will be done 🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸👍😎
Hey my parents are in floral city fl just wondering where you are located. They are probably going to need a rear main done on 05 chevy 2500 4×4. They are having trouble finding a trustworthy person to work on their rigs, were from Washington state new to FL.