...here we go again

[ed@mtl]

To hell with that ... When can I get my engine mount installed ??!?

Come to Mtl

[Jimminez]

happy xmas to me



machine info

shhh, don't tell the wife

Very nice!

Can't wait till the 29th.

[BryanR]

When is the grand opening?

February seems a perfect time for a BBQ

[BryanR]

Things are starting to shape up (crappy iPhone pic)

[bunnn]

Are we going to see that TV you spoke of way back? Haha.

[BryanR]

Are we going to see that TV you spoke of way back? Haha.

There will be no compromises this time around

[claudiovagkraft]

Things are starting to shape up (crappy iPhone pic)

Looking good!

[claudiovagkraft]

There will be no compromises this time around

Excellent, that means you must have made space for one of these...



http://www.amazon.com/Trinity-Vibes-...3963518&sr=1-8

[Stevelev]

Excellent, that means you must have made space for one of these...



http://www.amazon.com/Trinity-Vibes-...3963518&sr=1-8

The good news is the neibour already has ^ this so Bryan can focus on offering other "perks" to his customers ...

[BoSNiaN]

The good news is the neibour already has ^ this so Bryan can focus on offering other "perks" to his customers ...

You mean I could be serviced while waiting for my A4 to be serviced next door?

[MAlby7]

It gives a new meaning to customer service.

[BryanR]

Anyone here actually use Google checkout (vs Paypal)?

[evilgabbie]

Anyone here actually use Google checkout (vs Paypal)?

Yea used it a few times. I prefer paypal.

[BoSNiaN]

Yea used it a few times. I prefer paypal.

Same. If they don't take paypal, google checkout is my #2 option though.

[Wes_R]

Bryan, if you don't mind me asking what brand paint and epoxy flooring did you use? Planning on painting and epoxy flooring my shop this month as well.

Thanks :)

[Tanner]

Bryan, if you don't mind me asking what brand paint and epoxy flooring did you use? Planning on painting and epoxy flooring my shop this month as well.

I know the question was asked to Bryan, but there area few of us guys here in Toronto including myself (and one out in BC) that uses the commercial epoxy from Pratt & Lambert, it's much better than the stuff you can get from Home Depot.

http://www.prattandlambert.com/produ...poxy/index.jsp

You'll have to make a few phone calls to find out who can get you this stuff, Ryan here can tell you where he got his up around Newmarket as I can't remember.

[BryanR]

Bryan, if you don't mind me asking what brand paint and epoxy flooring did you use? Planning on painting and epoxy flooring my shop this month as well.

Thanks :)

Happy to help Wes

It was a Sika 261 CA product. I actually had a professional company come in and do it. There were a few epoxy floor suppliers locally, I got three quotes, and chatted with them about their process as I have some experience in the past with commercial epoxy floors. The most important part is the preprep. Some companies will use a diamond cutter and "grind' the top surface free of imperfections and/or contaminants. The company I went with (actually, both times) used a media blaster. It's like a big vacuum/sandblasting unit that you roll around and hit the floor with. It sandblasts the top finish removing 30 years of crap and leaves it slightly porous, which imho, allows the epoxy base adhere better, vs the diamond polished surface. (I think DIY kits want you to acid-etch it? hmm, not sure how that would work in a commercial space with an old weathered floor, and lots of traffic)

Finish this time is an orange-peel, where last time I had a smooth with some silica tossed in the mix where I thought it might be slippery for grip (by the entrance doors), I found that to be kinda useless personally. We'll see how the orange-peel goes.

I suppose I could've done it myself, but it's nice to have a warranty! Also, it being a commercial space, I didn't want to deal with any potential DIY issues if they come up in the next 2-5 years (moving hoists, compressors, wheel machines, racking can be a bit of a PITA [;]). Problems I even had with the previous commercial floor was some lifting where it met the walls, and chipping, and in the high traffic areas (front of the car by the tool box, in front of the bench, etc) you were actually wearing through the epoxy and could see concrete floor in 2 years. This time it was rolled on vs squeegeed, so (I'm assuming) it's a little thicker to begin with, and I actually had them come back and roll a second epoxy coat the following week to resolve some imperfections with the surface.

Cost was anywhere from $2-7sqft.

Hope that helps.

[RippleChip]

I know the question was asked to Bryan, but there area few of us guys here in Toronto including myself (and one out in BC) that uses the commercial epoxy from Pratt & Lambert, it's much better than the stuff you can get from Home Depot.

http://www.prattandlambert.com/produ...poxy/index.jsp

You'll have to make a few phone calls to find out who can get you this stuff, Ryan here can tell you where he got his up around Newmarket as I can't remember.

It is tough to find but definitely worth it. The prep is key (I acid etched the garage). After two years the floor still looks like new, I am extremely happy with the results and I have seen other neighbours do the cheap kits and theirs have peeled quickly.

I ordered through Summit Paints in Aurora. Call around to Pratt & Lambert dealers, its not a well known product and couldn't find anyone that stocks it, and with a min order it could be tough unless you go in with others or need a fair bit. The min was 4 cans or each component, which was perfect as we were needing for Mike, myself an done other at the time.

[Wes_R]

Thanks guys for the info!

Sorry Bryan but one more question? What brand paint did you go with?

[BryanR]

http://can.sika.com/en/solutions_pro...2a004sa51.html

[Wes_R]

Thanks!

Lol BryanR Wes_R are we distant relatives? Do you know John R?

[BryanR]

I might know a BuckR

[claudiovagkraft]

Thanks!

Lol BryanR Wes_R are we distant relatives? Do you know John R?

I might know a BuckR

With all these R's my guess is you're all pirates.

[tomh009]

We don't have enough pirates, it appears ...

[TeflonS4]

Good luck Bryan...destiny finds you as they say.

If you can cut me a deal on a spring and exhaust install i can provide you content for your website :)

[BryanR]

If you can cut me a deal on a spring and exhaust install i can provide you content for your website :)

we should talk about your plans.

[Watson]

Your shop kicks ass

[BryanR]

Your shop kicks ass

Thanks Tyler!

If you, or any of your non-Audi driving buddies, need a helping hand in the future, please do not hesitate to ring.

Cheers

[BryanR]

My new favorite toy:

[Jimminez]

^I can attest to the machine and it works really well.

Can even align Miatas or at least let's them park on it.

[Stevelev]

^I can attest to the machine and it works really well.

Can even align Miatas or at least let's them park on it.

Agreed and that was a slightly expensive parking spot for my Mazdaspeed Miata

[Ibn Rushd]

My Acura needs to go in for an alignment... :D

Looks good though!