Lord Jock
Firstly make sure you build it so that you can extend onto it easily in the future....believe me, a shed is never big enough.
BIGGER is definitely better when it comes to sheds.
There are so many "goodies" out there just waiting for you to snap them up and put them in your shed
Height is a must, especially in hot climates, also it allows for a mezzanine floor/s, they are great for storage etc,
Good insulation which keeps heat out in summer, warmth in for winter, and most of all condensation dripping inside in winter.
Another must although easier said than done, is sealing/dust-proofing as droughts and dust storms seem to becoming common
events in Australia.
A good strong slab, especially where you may install a hoist one day, even if you have not considered one now.
Consider going for a lot higher MPA Concrete for strength, it doesn't cost much more per cubic metre, and on an overall percentage
cost on the job it's pittance. Plastic under the slab to prevent moisture coming through and a sealer over the finished job.
Also consider strong roofing framework, as a gantry is a great asset, it trumps stuffing around with engine cranes.
Plenty of power points, and a few 15 Amp ones, good lighting.
Security is another consideration as power tools etc are a target for thieves and easily sold on, and as Land Rovers are going up value
you will want your harem of 80 inch vehicles locked away safe n sound.
There is plenty of scum out there just waiting to steel your hard earned prized possessions.
Bar work over the windows, or even better, lockable shutters instead.
Good Luck
1974 S3 88 Holden 186.
1971 S2A 88
1971 S2A 109 6 cyl. tray back.
1964 S2A 88 "Starfire Four" engine!
1972 S3 88 x 2
1959 S2 88 ARN 111-014
1959 S2 88 ARN 111-556
1988 Perentie 110 FFR ARN 48-728 steering now KLR PAS!
REMLR 88
1969 BSA Bantam B175
Master
To answer your question about height needed for a hoist: I have an old 2 post Istobal. It goes up to 1800mm, you do not want it lower than this. My D1 is 1650 from the chassis to its roof, and if the roof rack is on this adds a further 200mm - so you need a minimum ceiling height of 3650mm above floor level over the hoist area.
Another thought - seal your floor. It makes life a lot easier...
AT REST
Re floor sealing
How much is this (per sq.m.) and do you know any recommended products?
OldBushie
Rustoleum do a great floor sealer.Originally Posted by 87County
It’s excellent, spills just wipe off.
Master
I used a two pack Dulux epoxy, which I got from a Dulux Trade Centre, and you can DIY. Bunnings stock a range of products also. The 2 pack stuff seems to be much tougher than standard floor paint.
YarnMaster
Supporterhave a look at the best sheds supabarn. It always seems to be around $20k. This is the shed I want to get someday. It is 21 meters long and 12 meters wide. So you would have 4 meters bays between the uprights (the uprights in the narrower barns would make them hopeless).
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The sheds your looking at are WAY to small
seeya,
Shane L.
Proper cars--
'92 Range Rover 3.8V8 ... 5spd manual
'85 Series II CX2500 GTi Turbo I :burnrubber:
'63 ID19 x 2 :wheelchair:
'72 DS21 ie 5spd pallas
Modern Junk:
'07 Poogoe 407 HDi 6spd manual :zzz:
'11 Poogoe RCZ HDI 6spd manual
Master
Having a hoist makes all of those minor servicing matters so much easier...Green Disco.jpg
Swaggie
Reminds me of the chassis change on one of my brothers, daily driver,a RR Classic,no hoist needed.
Quite a few trolly jacks,hydraulic jacks,blocks and pieces of timber,elbow grease and lots of helpers.
We actually did it under a double carport...
Killer Wabbit!
Yep, but yours has fallen on it's side!!
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