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I will be around for the October C&C. Should have the big door open from 7:30 to 9:15 or so.
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You're probably being a little conservative on that front. 
I've been to C&C quite a few times and your garage space is the one that I keep checking every time to see if it's open for a reason. There are certainly some crazy themed setups out there, but for pure functionality, yours definitely takes the cake.
Maybe one of these days I'll pony up and get a space of my own up there. Until then though, I look forward to touring yours at the beginning of the month and checking the progress on the roadster.
I've been to C&C quite a few times and your garage space is the one that I keep checking every time to see if it's open for a reason. There are certainly some crazy themed setups out there, but for pure functionality, yours definitely takes the cake.Maybe one of these days I'll pony up and get a space of my own up there. Until then though, I look forward to touring yours at the beginning of the month and checking the progress on the roadster.
I'll be around this Saturday, but probably won't have the place open.. it's a hot mess
Planning to have it open for the 'last' C&C in October.
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Are any of the Automotorplex guys on this forum? I wanted to try and get some more info on the new developments they are working on. If you know who I should talk to that would be great.
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Sorry Ben, just saw this. Drew nailed it. Here are the contact details. PM me if I can provide any further info/insight.
Bruno Silikowski
Auto MotorPlex Minneapolis
Phone: 612-850-8398
Campus address: 8200 Audubon Rd
Mailing address: 1750 Motorplex Court, Unit 1
Chanhassen, MN 55317
bsilikowski@automotorplex.com
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First off hats off to you sir you have truly built something awe inspiring. How much more difficult or expensive would it be to turn this into a livable space if the land was zoned for housing? Also if it's not too rude to ask how much was the property completely empty, and how much did you put into just finishing the space(flooring, bath, etc) without any of the toys. I would love to have something similar to this most likely a bit bigger (as much as I can afford) since I'd permanently reside there. Thinking 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Kitchen, loft space, and large open garage/workshop/gym.
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First off hats off to you sir you have truly built something awe inspiring. How much more difficult or expensive would it be to turn this into a livable space if the land was zoned for housing? Also if it's not too rude to ask how much was the property completely empty, and how much did you put into just finishing the space(flooring, bath, etc) without any of the toys. I would love to have something similar to this most likely a bit bigger (as much as I can afford) since I'd permanently reside there. Thinking 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Kitchen, loft space, and large open garage/workshop/gym.
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Everyone's gotta start somewhere, right? Sorry I wasn't on the bandwagon as early as you. Oh and that's two posts for you now. 
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First off hats off to you sir you have truly built something awe inspiring. How much more difficult or expensive would it be to turn this into a livable space if the land was zoned for housing? Also if it's not too rude to ask how much was the property completely empty, and how much did you put into just finishing the space(flooring, bath, etc) without any of the toys. I would love to have something similar to this most likely a bit bigger (as much as I can afford) since I'd permanently reside there. Thinking 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Kitchen, loft space, and large open garage/workshop/gym.
Welcome to the 6.
If this was zoned for residential, there is no reason one couldn't live in it as-is. That said, some of my neighbors have enclosed their mezzanine levels which affords a more home-like atmosphere. That wasn't what we were after, so we left ours open.
Re cost, I've (kind of) answered that before in this thread. Think:
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Thank you, I saw that when I came across the thread, I meticulously read most of the posts. I was just unsure of what changes you would make if you had to permanently reside in the "condo", other than I assume add a permanent bedroom(or two). Also would it be possible (in theory) to have a recessed floor like in some auto shops near your work area to be able to get underneath the car while not on a lift? I've fallen in love with home/garage hybrids. Cant wait to see more of your cobra kit. I'm currently in the later phases of designing my own monocoque'd chassis, chain driven trike think T-Rex/Ktm Xbow/Peugeot Ex1 trike(image seen below)
But until I have a place to build it, the concept will stay on my hard drive and notebooks. Having a place to wake up and go straight to working on it would be incredible.Again, thank you for your time it truly is appreciated. I've fallen in love with home/garage hybrids.
But until I have a place to build it, the concept will stay on my hard drive and notebooks. Having a place to wake up and go straight to working on it would be incredible.Again, thank you for your time it truly is appreciated. I've fallen in love with home/garage hybrids.
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Thank you, I saw that when I came across the thread, I meticulously read most of the posts. I was just unsure of what changes you would make if you had to permanently reside in the "condo", other than I assume add a permanent bedroom(or two). Also would it be possible (in theory) to have a recessed floor like in some auto shops near your work area to be able to get underneath the car while not on a lift? I've fallen in love with home/garage hybrids. Cant wait to see more of your cobra kit. I'm currently in the later phases of designing my own monocoque'd chassis, chain driven trike think T-Rex/Ktm Xbow/Peugeot Ex1 trike(image seen below)
But until I have a place to build it, the concept will stay on my hard drive and notebooks. Having a place to wake up and go straight to working on it would be incredible.Again, thank you for your time it truly is appreciated. I've fallen in love with home/garage hybrids.
But until I have a place to build it, the concept will stay on my hard drive and notebooks. Having a place to wake up and go straight to working on it would be incredible.Again, thank you for your time it truly is appreciated. I've fallen in love with home/garage hybrids.
Cobra is on 'baby-hold' at the moment.. I'll get back to her sometime soon.
Re your question about recessing a 'pit', like at oil change places: that wouldn't be possible at Automotorplex as the cement floors feature in-floor heat. I didn't think much of that feature while looking to buy one of these, but after spending two winters on my back working, I can't imagine building a shop without it. (aka, gas heat and cold floor).
If I were living there, and the space was large enough to accommodate it, I'd enclose the upstairs.. my neighbor behind me built their unit like that.. it's very nice.
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Thanks much.
Yes, the Factory Five roadster comes as a complete kit. Welded and powdercoated chassis, all basic components included except for engine, transmission (clutch/bellhousing), differential, wheels, tires and body/paint.
That being said, I've upgraded a bunch of stuff on my kit, including steering rack, dash, gauges, pedal assembly, brake and fuel line fittings/hoses, etc......
One would be wise (and wealthier) to use the just the kit components, but the main Forum for Factory Five builds (ffcars.com) helps you see different/better ways to do things that are always more expensive
The best way to think about these kits is like a big model that requires some light fabrication/massaging of pieces to fit together properly.
It's been a blast thus far.
Yes, the Factory Five roadster comes as a complete kit. Welded and powdercoated chassis, all basic components included except for engine, transmission (clutch/bellhousing), differential, wheels, tires and body/paint.
That being said, I've upgraded a bunch of stuff on my kit, including steering rack, dash, gauges, pedal assembly, brake and fuel line fittings/hoses, etc......
One would be wise (and wealthier) to use the just the kit components, but the main Forum for Factory Five builds (ffcars.com) helps you see different/better ways to do things that are always more expensive
The best way to think about these kits is like a big model that requires some light fabrication/massaging of pieces to fit together properly.
It's been a blast thus far.
Looks like it is coming along great. I hope to start to build one next winter.
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