It just happened!

During that time I've mostly gutted the garage, eliminating both my old toolboxes and a large shelf full of junk. While I'm not quite done, the transformation is getting closer to what I've wanted, with an emphasis on de-cluttering and have workbench space. Both the new toolbox and desktop can be elevated to match standing or sitting.

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My next task is to clean up the storage behind the Jeep, then move the hardtop storage from above the desk to above the rear of the Jeep. That will require second set of hands though. FWIW, pictures don't do this setup justice. The back wall run, where the toolbox sits, is 16 feet long and the side wall, where the desk sits, is 14 feet long.

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My next task is to clean up the storage behind the Jeep, then move the hardtop storage from above the desk to above the rear of the Jeep. That will require second set of hands though. FWIW, pictures don't do this setup justice. The back wall run, where the toolbox sits, is 16 feet long and the side wall, where the desk sits, is 14 feet long.

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Dang it man.... you have as much or more in the Packout stuff than I have in my Rubi..... err ....... Toolbox and tools....... yeah, just incase the wife sees this......
 
Dang it man.... you have as much or more in the Packout stuff than I have in my Rubi..... err ....... Toolbox and tools....... yeah, just incase the wife sees this......

Didn't spend as much as you might think. Only reason I committed in bulk was a 45% discount. That made the decision easier, since I was going to do it anyway!
 
During that time I've mostly gutted the garage, eliminating both my old toolboxes and a large shelf full of junk. While I'm not quite done, the transformation is getting closer to what I've wanted, with an emphasis on de-cluttering and have workbench space. Both the new toolbox and desktop can be elevated to match standing or sitting.

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Looks amazing! Lots of hard work has paid off!

I don't always keep up with mine (get organized and then add more crap) — but I have serious respect of a good organization system!

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I'm glad to know I wasn't the only one to struggle for a good spot for the (useful but hard to store) M12 grease gun.

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If you have a 3D printer, let me know and I'll post file. If not, DM me and I'll set you up with one of these:

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My pics - not my design. But it works great and gets that gun off the floor (or for me - off my workspace/project storage shelf).
 
It's amazing how spoiled you can get with technology. I've been without my backup camera since installing the @Fluxor hinges. Today I took a little time to use the garage and made a camera bracket out or 1/8" x 1" flat-bar. The camera is back in place and everything is as it should be.

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It's amazing how spoiled you can get with technology. I've been without my backup camera since installing the @Fluxor hinges. Today I took a little time to use the garage and made a camera bracket out or 1/8" x 1" flat-bar. The camera is back in place and everything is as it should be.

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I'm stacking ideas about how I plan to do the same. Is your thought to remove the camera if you need to remove the spare?
 
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I'm stacking ideas about how I plan to do the same. Is your thought to remove the camera if you need to remove the spare?

Unfortunately, yes. However, it's one bolt and the bolt head is 19mm, just like the lugnuts. I tested it today and it takes me less than 60 seconds to remove.
 
Unfortunately, yes. However, it's one bolt and the bolt head is 19mm, just like the lugnuts. I tested it today and it takes me less than 60 seconds to remove.

I still like the idea. That is really easy to pull off and gets the camera where it's needed and out of the way of harm when mounting the spare - which was a concern I had as I thought of designs.

Just to add an idea - you could use a winged-bolt with a lock nut to make it 'finger removable' - but that could freeze up over time too and still require pliers to break loose - removing the benefit. Just brainstorming out load... Not that you're design is bad, just thinking.
 
Finished the electrical work today for the garage.

Dedicated:

- 50 amp 220v welder plug
- 20 amp 120v welder plug
- 20 amp circuit above the toolbox workspace, with USB A and C
- 15 amp circuit for the TV and two garage fans.
- Wifi control of all plugs

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Finished the electrical work today for the garage.

Dedicated:

- 50 amp 220v welder plug
- 20 amp 120v welder plug
- 20 amp circuit above the toolbox workspace, with USB A and C
- 15 amp circuit for the TV and two garage fans.
- Wifi control of all plugs

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Lol, "Dad" is what I used to call my Father, back in the 70s. 😄
 
I'm effectively done with the garage organize/modernize work. Things are put away, labeled, workspace maximized, and technology is now integrated into the garage. While I currently have a garage heater, there is no A/C.

Next on my list is a mini split system, then a garage lift. The limitation on any lift install is the fact that my maximum ceiling height is 11 feet. I'm still thinking over the options, so if anyone has suggestions, please let me know what to look for and/or be concerned about!

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