Operation Bus Barn

[Dick in Wisconsin]

Jamie,I used 6 inch concrete and I would demand 8 inches or more if I could do it again.

Why? Did you have a problem with the 6" concrete? What bag mix did you use?

[jack14r]

The shop was on ground that was filled with sandrock and was not compacted as well as it should have been,so I do have some cracks,we also have the transporter in the building and there are some cracks around it.

[Jamie Bradford]

Roll-Up Door vs Track Door ???

Any thoughts here? Pros & Cons of each.......


Thanks

Jamie

[Gil_J]

Roll up doors take up more space above the door opening requiring a taller ceiling. The advantage of roll up is you have a clear ceiling when it's up, if that matters.

[Grizz]

Yes! Insulated overhead door if you plan on installing A/C.

I installed a Clopay insulated overhead door with a Jackshaft motor. Jackshaft operation is mounted on the side of the door track. Not having the motor and chain mechanism overhead makes it easier to get around on top of the coach when the door is closed.

If you use these heavy doors with a jackshaft motor, be sure they install booster springs at the end of the tracks to get the door moving from a full open position.

Rollup doors are cheaper, but require more headroom at the opening header and offer little if any insulation. They also don't seal to the building very well when closed. They don't require overhead tracks, but the coach won't be parked under the tracks anyway.

[JIM KELLER]

I have overhead on tracks. Each panel is insulated and I would encourage this if the door will have East/West exposure.

[Gil_J]

If you opt for a heavy duty trolley style door opener for a standard door, you will need a foot clearance between the coach and the ceiling. Here's one example: Trolley Lift

If you go with a roll-up door the opener will be mounted on the front wall, like this one, Hoist Lift

There are likely other options. These are just the common ones.

[Jamie Bradford]

Progress Report

We started construction this week……...

Here is a link to a picture file I am keeping :

http://www.prevost-stuff.com/JMB_Garage_2014.html

I will keep this updated as the progress continues………...

Jamie

[Alek&Lucia]

Jamie,

How deep do you have to go for the footing in Florida ? What is the frost line, if any ?

Alek

[Gil_J]

Jamie,

Great progress!