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Title: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GGV8Cruza on October 10, 2015, 06:19:15 PM
Just wondering what members storage is like. From going from no sheds in the last house we now have 2 double garages which are double depth. The only problem is the acquiring of more toys, maybe time for a shed extension.

GG
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: lino6 on October 10, 2015, 06:24:43 PM
We currently have a single shed (single garage) for my "workshop" and some of my toys. Have a 3 bay machinery shed that is used to store hay. Have a big hay shed for horse shelter. The ultimate plan is to knock over the single garage and replace with a double with double carport. Then with the new house we are planning on building would have a double garage also. Then I might actually be able to get my tractors under cover.

So not sure what option applies??
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: D4D on October 10, 2015, 06:25:42 PM
4 car garage, plus carport on the side, fits most of my toys. I'd love some more height for a hoist though :)
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 06:27:54 PM
......The only problem is the acquiring of more toys, maybe time for a shed extension.

........I'd love some more height for a hoist though :)

Height is might....... ;D ;D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: ATC on October 10, 2015, 07:45:54 PM
How do get a thread locked, when it was started by a moderator?

I live in apartment, no shed, toys parked on the street.

Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: alnjan on October 10, 2015, 07:47:42 PM
My shed would cover all my toys but as we don't have a house, we live in the shed so I guess it covers all the other toys

(http://img901.imageshack.us/img901/9751/JIwcKd.jpg)
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Black Diamond on October 10, 2015, 08:25:31 PM
Height is might....... ;D ;D
You know what they say, if 1 shed is good 2 must be............ ;D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: plusnq on October 10, 2015, 08:29:37 PM
How do get a thread locked, when it was started by a moderator?

I live in apartment, no shed, toys parked on the street.

Which street ;)
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Bill on October 10, 2015, 08:38:11 PM
Double garage for daily drivers.
Double carport for camper.
Double shed with 1 side for Rocky build the other side for my million and one projects.
Bill
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Kangaron on October 10, 2015, 08:44:36 PM
22m x 7.5m . large enough for me.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Jakster1 on October 10, 2015, 08:48:09 PM
double garage with extra height for the cars and stuff
Double shed with extra height for all the other toys and stuff....camper trailer, bikes, workbench and tools etc etc
And still have stuff spilling out of the shed and pulled up outside like the box trailer, cement mixer wheelbarrows etc etc...
Think I Need a bigger shed
 ;D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 08:50:32 PM
You know what they say, if 1 shed is good 2 must be............ ;D

 :cup: :cup:

.....yep. I have 2 of them as well......
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 08:53:24 PM
22m x 7.5m . large enough for me.

165sq.m.....very nice.... :cup:

What height?
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: scarpsD40 on October 10, 2015, 08:56:47 PM
Well someone has to say it.

Not how big ya shed is, (particularly if if full of s**t). 
It's how well you use the shed ya have;D

Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Bill on October 10, 2015, 09:00:03 PM
Well someone has to say it.

Not how big ya shed is, (particularly if if full of s**t). 
It's how well you use the shed ya have;D
Fair call sir.
Like my old Dad used to say.
" Having all the tools in the world aint worth spit if ya dont know how to use them"
Bill
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Hairs on October 10, 2015, 09:00:50 PM
When I built my 10.5 X 6, I was told it wouldn't be big enough.
Hmmm, they were right.
17 years later it's not.
Cruiser is living in the carport, the camper lives in the carport as does the horse float. >:D
What lives in the shed?
Fysh's car, the mower, the guinea pigs, the sons Drum Set, the push bikes(5 X), my Chippies trailer cause I don't have room to build shelves to empty it. Camping gear( because you've bought it and you wouldn't get you money back), compressor, Dart board, rudy calendars and a couple of peg boards that are chokers. 
It's like the Tardis now.
I could do with another shed(Tardis) the same size and still fill it.
Is any ones shed Bigger enough  >:D
Never.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 09:05:08 PM
.......
Not how big ya shed is, (particularly if if full of s**t). 
It's how well you use the shed ya have;D

That's rubbish scraps...  ;D ;D

I've tried your method. Did it that way for decades......
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 09:08:17 PM
.......rudy calendars......

 ;D ;D

They must be old...
Title: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: scarpsD40 on October 10, 2015, 09:14:25 PM
That's rubbish scraps...  ;D ;D

I've tried your method. Did it that way for decades......
beer fridge, camper, boat and camp chair. Cars parked in front ready to hook the toys up. Everything I need.

Mind you, only managed this after no.1 son moved out with his Ute, Chippy Trailer, Mav 4by and motorbike. He wanted me to build a bigger shed out back. I gave him some money to move out and rent his own;D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 09:16:39 PM
beer fridge, camper, boat and camp chair. Everything I need.

If it works for you.... :cup: :cup:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Hairs on October 10, 2015, 09:21:30 PM
;D ;D

They must be old...
Wipe the dust off them(Yes the Dust  8) ) and they are as good as new.  8)
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GGV8Cruza on October 10, 2015, 09:22:39 PM
Height is might....... ;D ;D

What height do I need to allow for the later fitment of said hoist  ;D

Time to upgrade the slab thickness as well, might as well put in a pit as well

GG
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 09:30:58 PM
What height do I need to allow for the later fitment of said hoist  ;D

Time to upgrade the slab thickness as well, might as well put in a pit as well

GG


3.6m clear height for a 4T hoist. A smidge more for the 4.5T version.

http://www.tufflift.com.au/products/professional/hoists/2-post-hoists/?pid=235-2-post-4-ton-overhead-drop-in-pads (http://www.tufflift.com.au/products/professional/hoists/2-post-hoists/?pid=235-2-post-4-ton-overhead-drop-in-pads)

Why would you want a pit if you have a hoist?
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 10, 2015, 09:54:50 PM
...
Mind you, only managed this after no.1 son moved out with his Ute, Chippy Trailer, Mav 4by and motorbike. He wanted me to build a bigger shed out back. I gave him some money to move out and rent his own;D

So, now that he's moved out, build a bigger shed out back....... ;D ;D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: scarpsD40 on October 10, 2015, 10:00:58 PM

So, now that he's moved out, build a bigger shed out back....... ;D ;D
no need. If I ever need anything done that I don't have the tools or room for, I'll just head to Bill's place. Make sure I'm there early and help him sweep up at the end.

Either that, or yours;D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 11, 2015, 05:22:04 AM
no need. If I ever need anything done that I don't have the tools or room for, I'll just head to Bill's place. Make sure I'm there early and help him sweep up at the end.

Either that, or yours;D

 :cup:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: V8CRSA on October 11, 2015, 06:37:37 AM
no need. If I ever need anything done that I don't have the tools or room for, I'll just head to Bill's place. Make sure I'm there early and help him sweep up at the end.

Either that, or yours;D

At least you didn't say you where gunna bring anything here, I can't have a Datsun in my shed......can't afford to lower the property values anymore
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: scarpsD40 on October 11, 2015, 06:48:03 AM

At least you didn't say you where gunna bring anything here, I can't have a Datsun in my shed......can't afford to lower the property values anymore
lol............never crossed my mind. GeoffA's closer and already has a hoist;D

And a Nissan

Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GeoffA on October 11, 2015, 06:53:17 AM
.....already has a hoist;D

Not yet, but I can almost smell it....
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: speewa158 on October 11, 2015, 07:21:22 AM
Sadly my shed is too small . l out grew it after 12 months its only 15 X 7.5 with a carport on the side . l recently had a flash of energy & chucked out 3m3  of stuff that had been carted around too long . The space that was created only lasted a short time  :'( :cheers:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: briann532 on October 11, 2015, 07:44:59 AM
Slightly off topic I know, so please forgive me............

BUT----

Until I bought 2 sheds for down at our farm, I had no idea just how cheap they were.
We bought them from
http://www.bestsheds.com.au/#!double-garages/c1hot (http://www.bestsheds.com.au/#!double-garages/c1hot)

Now before you shoot me for a gratuitous plug...............
I have no affiliation etc. Just couldn't believe how cheap they are.

We are now going to buy an american barn from them for our new place.
Seriously you couldn't buy the material for the price they sell them.
They are also good quality which is surprising.
No excuse now ladies and gents............. Bigger sheds and more toys it is!!! ;D ;D ;D

Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: RallyDog on October 11, 2015, 08:12:18 AM
15x8mts an extra mtr on the walls would of been good but can't complain. Living in it today for the day.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: theins on October 11, 2015, 08:53:15 AM
Only have a king size single garage, 8.5x4.

Fits the smaller car and a workbench but not much more...

Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: MDS69 on October 11, 2015, 08:55:42 AM
beer fridge, camper, boat and camp chair.

I notice you say chair as in singular. Did something happen that we don't know about.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: speewa158 on October 11, 2015, 08:56:37 AM
Only have a king size single garage, 8.5x4.

Fits the smaller car and a workbench but not much more...


But you got 1  . & that's important   :cheers:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: listo on October 11, 2015, 09:37:32 AM
I've got a 3mX7m garden shed to house all the yard gear & a 4 bay with a workshop for the boat , camper & other stuff. My problem is, I don't have a decent work bench or any shelving... I had a massive clean up yesterday & ended up having to put my gear in isles on the floor. I can't wait to start getting some shelving
Title: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: scarpsD40 on October 11, 2015, 12:32:52 PM
I notice you say chair as in singular. Did something happen that we don't know about.
swmbo's chair packed away in her CT to keep it clean and dust free. Mine on standby and ready for when the fridge is opened.
When 'others' come round for a drink, we sit in the boat and pretend we're fishing, but actually drinking.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Bad Scott on October 11, 2015, 02:15:22 PM
swmbo's chair packed away in her CT to keep it clean and dust free. Mine on standby and ready for when the fridge is opened.
When 'others' come round for a drink, we sit in the boat and pretend we're fishing, but actually drinking.
Fishing rods with claw attachment on em.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: theins on October 11, 2015, 08:43:37 PM

But you got 1  . & that's important   :cheers:
Exactly right. ...

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: duggie on October 13, 2015, 11:52:38 AM
I think that it depends on ones interpretation of TOYS .

What one may consider a toy another my consider it rubbish/waste of money/waste of space, etc.

For me some of what I call toys are Overhead traveling gantry, Mig welders x 3 , Plasma cutting equipment, Oxy cutting equipment, Drill press x 2 , Car hoist ( two post ) thinking about setting up a 4 post beside the two post, Drop saw, Many electric and battery powered tools, Saw bench, Radial saw and quite a few racks/boxes of hand tools and much more.  But to a mechanic or tradie these are tool of trade.

I have a 9mx3m storage shed, a mower/compressor/small engine shed and a small working shed   (8.5m x 21m.) and there times when I feel that I should have a bigger shed.

cheers duggie
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: MattNQ on October 13, 2015, 05:38:50 PM
Depressingly I have no shed due to an ongoing disagreement over what we need/want.


Wife's idea of a shed
(http://www.simplysheds.com.au/assets/thumbL/23151GECOK.jpg)

My idea of a shed.
(http://www.fairdinkumsheds.com.au/sites/default/files/uploads/imagecache/product/photos/Tripple%20Garage.jpg)

Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: robbo1172 on October 13, 2015, 05:40:03 PM
Get both. You can store the keys to your shed in the wife's shed.

Robbo...


Whatever you do, DO NOT ask about the drones...

rockfactor.com.au
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: OutbackSwan on October 13, 2015, 06:57:41 PM
I have a 3 door American barn style shed with 100sqm of floor space but had to put up a small 3mX3m shed to fit my mower in because the big shed was full!
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Elky on October 13, 2015, 07:14:09 PM
Started with a 6x9 3 bay, added another 6x10.....still not enough, also got a 3x3 garden shed and about 10 car spots under the house......still not enough tho, so we are looking to move to a bigger acreage so I can have a proper shed :)

Moral here you always just keep filling them up!
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: speewa158 on October 13, 2015, 07:27:00 PM
Depressingly I have no shed due to an ongoing disagreement over what we need/want.


Wife's idea of a shed
(http://www.simplysheds.com.au/assets/thumbL/23151GECOK.jpg)

My idea of a shed.
(http://www.fairdinkumsheds.com.au/sites/default/files/uploads/imagecache/product/photos/Tripple%20Garage.jpg)



lf your not thinking big enough to scare yourself   ,  Your not thinking big enough        >:D       :cheers:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Bad Scott on October 13, 2015, 07:33:47 PM
Depressingly I have no shed due to an ongoing disagreement over what we need/want.


Wife's idea of a shed
(http://www.simplysheds.com.au/assets/thumbL/23151GECOK.jpg)

My idea of a shed.
(http://www.fairdinkumsheds.com.au/sites/default/files/uploads/imagecache/product/photos/Tripple%20Garage.jpg)

Rule 1 - Shed to be bigger than house
Rule 2 - Refer to rule 1 :D
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: speewa158 on October 13, 2015, 07:35:55 PM
Where will you open the camper to ,,,, do  mods &  :cheers:  ?
Where will you  open a  :cheers: or 2 after another trip    :cheers:   ?
Where will you plan Mods to said CT over  a  :cheers: or 2   ?
Where will you plot  & scheme the next trip  & adventure  ?
Where will you be with out it       ?
     



         Sadly in the back yard            ,      in the open
                                                                                                                    :cheers:        :'(
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: MattNQ on October 14, 2015, 08:10:19 AM
Rule 1 - Shed to be bigger than house
Rule 2 - Refer to rule 1 :D
They are great rules  ;D

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Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: MattNQ on October 14, 2015, 11:24:59 AM

lf your not thinking big enough to scare yourself   ,  Your not thinking big enough        >:D       :cheers:


I might run this one past the missus then?

http://www.houzz.com.au/photos/1456981/ultimate-man-cave-and-sports-car-showcase-traditional-garage-and-shed-new-york (http://www.houzz.com.au/photos/1456981/ultimate-man-cave-and-sports-car-showcase-traditional-garage-and-shed-new-york)
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Sixpack on October 14, 2015, 11:28:34 AM
Id be embarrassed to speak about my shed in public. 
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: noel_w on October 14, 2015, 11:37:25 AM
Shed, what's that?
Another reason why I am single but alas no shed until I retire and leave this godforsaken city. At the moment I have to make do with a single garage and that is taken up with storage for most of my stuff that won't fit into my unit. Slowly working on setting it up with a work area. Luckily my bro wanted to borrow my box trailer so deal was it stays at his house. More room in my garage.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: bazt on October 22, 2015, 10:31:53 PM
I have more toys than sheds.  ???
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: speewa158 on October 23, 2015, 06:25:39 AM
I have more toys than sheds.  ???
Then tarps , poles , pegs & the job is covered     :cheers:
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Markoutback on October 26, 2015, 07:28:39 PM
I have a 22 meters by 9 meters shed that nearly 5 meters high
Wife's got horses and need to extend the shed to fit all things in.
Just have to workout the which way to go.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: Big Damo on October 26, 2015, 09:29:53 PM
Double garage for the cars built a 7.5 x 5 metre garage at the back of the house now a man cave also 8x7 metre garage down the back for camper boat box trailer 1964 1 owner Toyota corona mower power tools etc now it's full as well might need to add a mezzanine floor for more storage
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: bully on October 27, 2015, 05:33:54 AM
12x12 barn shed that houses the Kimberley and cruiser In The middle bay one outside bay houses the 6.2m bay sport boat and the other side is set up as workshop. The kids have a 6x6 m shed to keep all their crap in Plus mowing equipment. About to look at lining this shed and make a pool room out of it. Wifey has a whole double garage to house the Kluger.
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: stevem on October 27, 2015, 08:13:39 AM
Current house is on 666sqm and we have a double garage and a small 4.8mx9m shed. In those sheds we have 1939 Ford Mercury Hotrod, 1937 Chev, EK Holden sedan, 1923 Studebaker and a couple bikes. The poor vintage caravan has to live outside as do our modern cars. Then in storage we have a 1928 Studebaker and a 1936 Chev.

And to make is even worse last weekend we ordered a new CT... so the 1937 chev is going up for sale as we rarely drive it these days.

We've got a block of land (bit over an acre) for our new house so we wil be building several BIG sheds :)
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: bazt on October 27, 2015, 10:51:06 PM
Then tarps , poles , pegs & the job is covered     :cheers:
If you lived in Blowin, sorry Bowen for any length of time you would learn that tarps have a short life around here. Had 3 weeks of 30 k winds, then 1 week of 20 to 30, has now settled to an nice calm 8 to 15 k. 
Title: Re: Toy to shed ratio
Post by: GGV8Cruza on November 08, 2015, 07:32:06 PM
Shed number 3 is almost approved. Will do some numbers this week and see what we can do. Luckily its a bit 8o a sloping site so the walls will be taller than the one beside it. Hoist may be able to fit  ;D

GG