Boat Shed

[lumberslinger178]

br what time you want me there monday morning?????

get er done def do concete first and run at least on row of block around the base then build off that you'll be glad u did... ;D

[Blue_Runner]

Hey Slinger how about 7am tomorrow morning ;)

I like the way your thinking on the block. I'm definitely gonna do that. 8)

That's probably why that siding is "wicking" up the water so bad on that shed side. :-/

Its nice to go look at one first before you build. I know I could build this myself but a) it would take for ever and b) my carpenter has 2 things going for him, actually 3 - does good work, fast, cheap 8)

I appreciate the input - good eye RAP and Slinger!

[phatdaddy]

You are definately on the right track with the floor first. I've got two buddy's that built the shed and were going to pour the floor later. 5 years later, one still has his on dirt, and the other finally poured the floor, but what a nightmare to finish & float.

[Franco]

Hey Blue, thats awesome. Slinger is right, back in Virginia I built a 20X30 garage I had a 10' wide 8' tall door, I ran 3 courses of block all around and had it framed using 8' walls. It was like 9'6" inside and my old V20 fit inside fine!

PS. Your little one is a cutie!

[msbhammer]

Nice size garage, Toss on some vinly siding. ;D

Did somebody mention panties ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ::) :P

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by MSBHAMMER

Nice size garage, Toss on some vinly siding. ;D

Did somebody mention panties ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ::) :P

Yeah, but they were hangin' offa Franco's stern-cleat so I wasn't gonna say anything...figured he tagged the 20 yr old he's talkin' about ;) 8) ...

[Blue_Runner]

PS. Your little one is a cutie!

Thanks Poobah!

I'm gonna price it out 2 ways - 1 way will be all metal frame and siding, and poured of course. The other way will be wood framing (on block) and poured. If the metal isn't too much more expensive I'll go with it.

Phat, thanks for the testimonials! Trust me I know what its like to say, "I'll just do this for now and later I'll do such and such." Yeah right! I know how lazy I am better than anyone!

Nice building and a very good idea to have one to keep a boat out of the weather. I am a former carpenter and have a few things to add to the discussion. (I retired early from carpentry so I could do something easier on my body so now I'm a firefighter - smooth move ::) )

Whether it's a pole shed or elaborate garage, you need to start with a proper foundation. Knowing your local soils and how to prep the footings is the first thing or you will pay for it later. The local building inspector should be able to provide info on this that is applicable to your area. Soil contact and wood is asking for trouble as well. You all have some nices boats, may as well do the storage building right. A lot of info on building construction is available online to help you along the way. I frequent a diy builder forum and there are some novices building small houses that are really amazing. It's not rocket science but it takes attention to detail. Remember: flat, plumb, and square.

I see alot of incredible work being done on the boats here and there is no reason you guys can't build a storage shed for the boat yourselves if you want to. Although you have to decide if the time and effort is worth it vs. paying a professional. Be aware that there are alot of people portraying themselves as professionals out there that are far from it. Sort of like the auto tech trades nowadays - you have to look to find a good one. I've seen some work that I don't feel comfortable even walking through the door - makes me queasy really :o (I know, I'm anal)

Suggestions on design: build it with taller rollup door than you think you need and install another one at the opposite end. This will allow you to drive in one end, drop the trailer and drive straight out. That's the way mine will be!! ;D Or if you have a dedicated hauling vehicle, build it long enough to leave it hooked together during fishing season.

Ya gotta have a garage!!!

[reelapeelin]

Damm!!... >:( ... all this time I thought it was, "Square, plumb and level"... ::) ...whaddo I know ??? ...

...Ooops. I messed that one up! haha