Harbor freight tools portable garage into Permanent structure

[@mikesrandomvideos]

HIGH WINDS HAVENT BLOWN THIS DOWN.... here is proof kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJTWhHiuaLasm68

[@guerrillamane9573]

I’d like to put it up against Chicago winds

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@guerrillamane9573 how high are they. the same day I filmed this the tree across the street blew down. Gusts were at 80mph.

[@zacpeck4921]

How many panels did you use?

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@zacpeck4921 I think it was 9 that is what I initially ordered. I am not sure I used all of them I was figuring I would need to cut a short panel for the bottoms

[@Rocksolidhandyman]

Wait one second! Is this painter Mike!? This dude made me a fortune in painting tips!!! Thanks Mike!!! Nice set up!!!

[@mikesrandomvideos]

Yea I have 3 channels. will have some new stuff in the next few months for mike the painter. got a house to paint in a few weeks.

[@Lilmiket1000]

Damn man, you put in some work to make this cheap and save us the research. Good job and thanks a lot!

[@mikesrandomvideos]

thanks for watching I have a more detailed video of the project on my other channel look up the subject and check it out my voice is the same ha ha.

[@Chimonger1]

Best nugget! Buy the metal from the source (sheet metal company), not from a big box store. Very nice to show how you did this!

[@dang6832]

Love the random lemon tree on the property. The shed was ok too.

[@backachershomestead]

Bought mine at Menards and did this 7 years ago. Still going strong.

[@davidmontgomery9570]

I run a metal shop in florida, PBR stands for "perlin bearing rib" panel. the main rib is 1.5" high. It's more heavy duty than the common rib panel at 1" high.

[@lahypnotista7737]

david montgomery what’s the avg or approx. cost per panel or ft?

[@davidmontgomery9570]

@@lahypnotista7737 depending on the color and the gauge (thickness) of the metal, the price can be anywhere from .99 cent per linear foot up to $4 per linear foot. Judging from my experience though, the most common gauge used for the PBR panel is 26 gauge. And the most common color is "galvalume" (the silver/gray speckled color) used in the video. And at my shop, the price is around $2.25 per foot.

[@lahypnotista7737]

@@davidmontgomery9570 Ohh ok defy doable, thanks so much for the reply. Love the videos!!

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@davidmontgomery9570galvalume is much cheaper yea buddy put up a link to your metal shop so guys can find you in FL. I put one up in ca. I will put in the description . About what I paid.

[@tintdr]

Where is fl?

[@tjsand8814]

You’re a great builder- and courageous- most people won’t try or build this- you did a fantastic job - I’m proud of people like you.

[@jflizzle457]

Nice! We just put up a 10x10 from harbor freight, and have been looking into doing something like this. Michigan winter is no joke.

[@oldguysrock2170]

You got that right! The UP winters 200” of snow can cause damage.

[@raymondbrower7894]

I have a similar set up. Instead of the frame kit, I used galvanized fence pipe and found connecting joints online. I was able to get the joints in the angles I needed. I also increased it from 4 legs/cross members to 7. This made it considerable stronger than the kit frame. It did cost a little more though.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

Very cool! I considered that when I did this but this has withheld 80mph winds. Pretty sturdy. I sat on the roof too I figured it would hold 3 of me. at least.

[@amos4395]

Where did you order your connector pieces from? How much in total did you spend?

[@figmojustfigmo3820]

Love the idea. Have 2 mods I would make to this since I live in heavy snow country: 1. Mount the roof panels the other way (vertically) to support snow sliding off. 2. Buy a 2nd $200 HF garage, cut the horizontal poles in the middle and install the vertical poles from the 2nd kit there. This should give the 3’ spacing you’ll need to attach the panels vertically while at the same time DOUBLING the weight it can support before the poles start to bend. Couldn’t buy wood to reinforce any cheaper than that. Since the roof panels will lose their rigidity mounted in this way I know I’ll need some sort of purlings to give rigidity to the panels so they don’t bow and pull the vertical poles toward each other. Thinking 1.5” conduit. One row about half way down the roofline on each side might do. Maybe two per side if I feel it needs it. Thanks for the vid - got my brain thinking

[@carolguida454]

I made a structure similar to this - but I added 2/2s as purlins on the roof and attached to the metal rafters using galvanized 2 hole U shaped steel straps to hold them to the rafter pipes (screwed up from underneath). I screwed my roofing directly into the purlins and ran them vertically for rain drainage. This made the roof stronger for my climate. I also built one of these where I doubled up the frame , cutting the plate and ridge poles in half (people often get rid of their frames on Craigslist - just found one that was the same as mine and cut the pipes with my sawmill using the pipe studs and pipe rafters and connecters). Again, made the roof stronger for snow load.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

great stuff gotta be ready for those heavy snow times

[@AbeFM]

I was thinking of doing just that! Could you post a brief shot/picture of your final result?

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@AbeFM yea I made several videos including the final result should be easy to search for harbor freight portable to permanent garage

[@rayschrum5855]

Carol Guid

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea for sure in some climates it might be better to do some reinforcements. just an idea people can spin it off however they want..

[@tstreeter1141]

Hi, I copied your set up and used the PBR panels.. I like it . Additionally , a few of my neighbors plan on copying mine .Just wanted give you credit. Thanks great video

[@freeinhabitant2422]

Where do you get the panels? I cant seem to find them on craigslist.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@freeinhabitant2422 www.contractorsteelsupply.com/

[@mikesrandomvideos]

www.contractorsteelsupply.com/ where I got the panels from in case you are looking

[@bondovwvw]

@@mikesrandomvideos Thanks for posting this they are 2 hours away from me. There's another place in Jamestown California called more storage I'll check with them 1st because they're right next to my house.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@bondovwvw lots of places with that press. yea all over the place.

[@goldenrule4408]

I was thinking of doing this too. Now I can show the wifey so she can visualize it. I kept saying it will be worth it, will last forever pretty much.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea that sucker is strong. once you put the ends on it. and bolt it down.

[@daverage4811]

My friend used the plastic/ acrylic panels you can get from Home Depot and it’s lasted in that configuration for over 16 yrs. he parks his side by side and motorcycles in there and it’s easy dry storage for cheap.

[@robertverduzco2406]

Bro those are way more expensive

[@emc2mm]

using screw eyes on frame bolts allows x brace cables inside 3/4 conduit especially on end sections. Built green house with same frame. An alternative inside sheathing is FRP sheets or Diebond (thin layers of aluminum with Polypropylene core. Both cut with circular saw either lap and glue/screw or use a backer on seams and glue/screw to that. Both are water/vermin proof will add resistance to racking and if glue and screwed make a stress skin panel. Same with outer panels. Metal building catalogs have exterior trim, foam insulation strips, and simpson plates for mounting lights, roof vents, hinges for doors.

[@tracyfunk3928]

One thing that may important to some people. PBR panels are painted at the factory, after they are cut to size. The painting method is intended to provide protection from moisture. If you cut a panel, you cut that protection and will soon have rust. It is best not to cut them at all, but if you do, be sure that you follow the manufacturers instructions to reseal those edges.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

good point. especially in the rust belt. the salt can corrode those edges and creep under the Zinc coating.

[@CaptBill69]

Nice DIY Improvement over the tarp cover. ... got my Thumbs Up.

[@bryancondrey6457]

Nice DIY work. I'm going to use and old 22 foot camping trailer. Strip the camper to the frame (it's crap anyway), new floor and then use walk-through scaffolding as the supports. You can buy the pipe fittings online for each corner and double them up to increase possible snow load. It being a trailer, the only restriction is 8 feet max width but it will never see the road. Having permanent trailer tags keeps code enforcement and DMV at bay and allows me to park it anywhere in my back yard. After a couple years in the sun, the factory panel coating may degrade and just buy some tint-able roll-on bed liner and seal it up good from the outside. Don't forget a wide lockable door insulation and ventilation. Best part is you can do it in stages.

[@richardcraniumdicksinn3959]

Cool shed. I like It. I picked up used 10x20 carport for $200.00 & turning it into a shed. I was givin a 7x8 o.h.door. I'm widening it 2 feet & raise it 1 1/2' . putting in a full lenght skylight panel. Making the floor out of pallets covered in gravel & topped with sheets of painted o.s.b.

[@jefflindeman]

I have a Costco brand one that is 10X20. It houses my wood shop. It was $200. I’ve replaced the roof twice ($70 a pop). I’ve always wanted to enclose it better and I think you just gave me the way. I’ll be researching my local options tomorrow! Thanks!

[@jimmieroan9881]

if you don't want to go with metal look up companys that sell the tarps with signage for billboards, lasts for years and some are 45ft x25ft, usually less than a hundred bucks. the last one i purchased i actually found a guy that had several new ones for 120.00, the used ones have the billboard sign on one side and black on the other, great tarps.

[@fhuber7507]

My neighbor has 3 done almost exactly the same. With concrete anchoring, they have survived 80 mph winds and are still up after more than 15 years. Buy the corner trim pieces for steel buildings. They improve appearance and strengthen the structure.

[@kylewoodward7078]

Great idea, and great job. I'm going to get one of the garages, and when the canvas wears out, I'll use the frame and do your idea.

[@tedrowland7800]

This is a great way to do it. I can't hardly buy 1-1/4" x 10 ft. conduit and bend it myself for that price. The conduit is $17.00 each, and it will take 10 before it's over, and yours is already powder coated white, and has the anchor hardware.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea that is exactly why I bought the hf one instead. I was going to buy the conduit but it was more expensive and didnt have the connectors. all together it would have been much more to use conduit and more work.

[@ravenlorans]

Ace Hardware Sells them for almost HALF what Lowes does. Also known as Roofing Tin!

[@JustinSalazar2316]

R pannel

[@luiscosme1154]

So glad PBR panels are now available at the orange or blue store! Thanks for the video.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

Yeah they have them at home Depot and Lowe's but they charge more and they're only in specific lengths if you can find the guy who stamps them. You can get them in the links you want and they're a little bit wider or something like that

[@luiscosme1154]

@@mikesrandomvideos Thanks

[@philcyr4137]

I recommend some 45 degree supports from your outer side end post to the adjacent post. Do this on each side to prevent it from "racking" when the wind blows hard.

[@kennymsd]

Thanks for sharing. We have a couple of the costco portables on our property and we were thinking about how to address the older one, new panels only lasted a year. This is the next step...

[@brucebennett8475]

Not worried about 80 mph wind, you should be. You have a 8ft span across back with no uprights to screw metal to. Most pbr panels recommend 4ft maximum spacing

[@mikesrandomvideos]

already had 80 mph wind gusts and there was no issues. my shade sails ripped off but those 2 buildings didnt even move. I am around 4 ft spacing 15 ft with 4. on a building that size it is fine. bigger then you would need correct spacing. and thicker and larger poles.

[@tonyturner487]

Great idea but a minor correction- those panels are roll formed. Roll of metal on the front feeds into the machine that forms the ribs then they shear it last. The shear blade is shaped like the ribs. Cheers

[@utah133]

I have a 200 square foot limit. Seems odd, because it's a pretty dense suburban area, but I'll take it.

[@jessehodge8283]

I had no idea that the poles in the system or that good. I thought they were just a piece of crap. That kit made a great looking little building

[@harryrenner4016]

I purchased a ten ft. by ten ft. Shelter logic shed. that has a frame with a cover over it. that is made from a material that is similar to that material tarps are made out of. and it was pretty good for about ten months. but now it is getting ripped apart by the wind. but the frame is still in very good condition. I have tried to figure out how to get a hold of the shelter logic company. but have had no luck but now after seeing this video. this is making me think about some different options. where I live the wind has become a real problem. it used to never be so windy here. but in about the last five years or so it has become windy almost all the time. I was thinking that I was going to have to take the shed down. but maybe I might possibly be able to do something with it after all. I rent so I can't really put up something permanent. but this video might afford me a way to put up something I can take back down if I have to. thanks for posting this I'm going see what I might be able to do.

[@lightspeedhensley3534]

many places now carry these tin panels as they are being used for house roofs etc. and come in many different lengths menards , lowes, home depots? etc. prices also vary so check different places . cheapest i found was menards . i like others have said would put up additional bracing especially across the inside top a frame area . great job great video . they do sell foam end pieces that will close gaps on ends precut and shaped.

[@Gkitchens1]

I have around top version of this shed that the fabric came apart on years ago. Been looking for a way to frame it but after seeing your video I just decided to order one with a gable roof so I can put metal on it in 2 or 3 years when the fabric gives out again. Thanks for the idea.

[@rikyricardo6761]

What a great idea. Had the HF portable garage for a year or more and never got around to putting it up. Was looking into buying a metal building and luckily came across this video. Yeah, looks like CSS is out of business, too bad, live near where they were in SoCal. Thanks!

[@Richard-gy1fo]

Dude great idea. Ive had this exact canopy garage for a year amd never thought of this. Thanks for posting this even tho its a year old lol

[@TRYtoHELPyou]

Holy wowsers..... My tarp ripped up on Christmas and I have been parking in a skeleton for the last few weeks. What an awesome conversion. The wind at my house would tear this to shreds but.... But it could possibly be safely replicated... Man. Looks great! Thanks for leaving the comment on my video

[@mikesrandomvideos]

I have several more videos on the details stay tuned and subscribe. Yea I want to get the word out how to do it. Making 1 more at my shop.

[@TRYtoHELPyou]

Hey man, is this your channel too? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGaac4WjgaeYZpY Exact video..... may want to contact youtube

[@tyleratchley8669]

Sounds like NE Oklahoma. Tarps are worthless out here!

[@herbhall3830]

Same here in pa in fact the winds tore the vinyl siding off my house last night

[@caddi70]

I'm really thinking about taking the one I have and buy 2 more and make a giant carport. Double wide and longer for my garage so I can pull things out and still stay dry. I need to account for a 12' garage door. Then I will permanently attach it to the front of garage. shouldn't be too hard to add some sections to make it bigger

[@eternalbeing3339]

Good idea but wind and snow will crack the joints. Those poles are made out of thin pop can metal. It has happened to multiple car tents of mine.

[@JunkworksGarage]

my dad did this with his when the tarp died that is the same plan i have when mine dies this works great he has had his around 15 years

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea hey the plumb walls are nicer looking and stronger. you could even do it on dirt but the concrete rocks My vw bus is inside now no fears of wind taking that puppy out it is super strong.

[@twngrl1625]

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[@mikesrandomvideos]

I figure this one will outlast me here is a strength video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWHEk5WOfL5km7s

[@toosunakabooma1213]

Ssq+

[@raworthyel3786]

I knew something was out there. It looks really good and neat. Thanks for saving me $ and research. Good Job.

[@AB-nb2ic]

Nice job. The pbr panels and screws also give a good amount of torsional strength to keep the building from shifting front to back under heavy wind or snow load

[@ericsgreyhairwisdom5799]

Home depot has similar panels in 8, 12 and 16 foot sections for about $3.00 per running foot. LF PBR starts at $1.75 LF

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea that is why I went with the place i did.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

www.contractorsteelsupply.com/ Here is where to buy the sheet metal siding and screws.

[@gibbsfan7180]

2 things, I would go to lowes or Home Depot and get some of the thin superstrut for additional strength and bracing. should be easy to add. the other thing is if you really wanted to sheet rock I would use mobile home sheet rock which is like 3/8 inch thick instead 1/2 inch, it weighs a lot less. but i use small structures like this all over the farm for line shed, tools, etc. I might build one of these to bring in the new year in my farthest pasture.

[@heycooley]

@@gibbsfan7180 good information sir ty

[@handyscapersllc]

How has this thing held up the past 2 years. I got the 17 x 10 the tarp is shredded an I seen ur video an thought shit i can do this with the frame. My frame is actually connected to 4x4's that r concreted n the ground.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

@@handyscapersllc we had 80mph winds one night several months ago and it is still standing. Didn't even move. gotta run the panels the way I did or it wont be that strong.

[@jafinch78]

@@mikesrandomvideos Awesome! Was just about to ask. Thanks for sharing!

[@richfaircloth906]

In most of the states in this country it’s not illegal to keep the full size of the original structure frame as long as one side is not closed on one end except with a tarp or something to that effect. It is in the national building code.

[@bonniebonkers4779]

It would be good for a motorcycle , tools, riding lawn mower or other garden equipment. :)

[@reaperronin8898]

Simply genius...!!!!! Thanks for posting... This is perfect for what I need. 👍👍👍

[@cindyjohnson5242]

Awesome engineering and use of materials! Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@HoodHandyman]

I bought the 10x20 version of this canopy from harbor freight. after 2 years the tarp splits in half and there is no replacement canvass available. So to solve this problem I would buy a 10x20 tarp and tie it down. It looked horrible but it worked. never thought of this but hense , I probably would have just ordered a shed and paid monthly even for it or bought a carport thats bigger then that for a little more if I was going to do that. In my opinion the only way I would have invested 500 bucks into that frame is if the tin was free. All in all not a bad idea but I would not have done it , a new tarp once a year is 20.00 maybe 2 tarps in a bad storm season. That frame is not even made for that kind of weight .

[@outoftime788]

i think all tarps r like that. i used to do it

[@mikesrandomvideos]

check out the strength video thanks for watching enjoy your views on the subject might help someone new strength video gotta see this you will be shocked. else.kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWHEk5WOfL5km7s

[@TheUserid82]

If you make it just wide enough to get a vehicle into but would not be able to open the door you need to think outside the box and install a swing door where the door would open so you can open the wall to give yourself enough room to get in/out but then close it back up when not in use with a simple gate latch to keep it closed. When you are making it up as you go you are not limited to what a manufacture made as long as you have access to materials and tools to let you do what you can think up.

[@bigd5749]

Great idea. I just happen to have one that my son gave me because the tarp that came with it was eaten up by the sun and elements, but the pipes are good. You gave me the idea of setting it up at my ranch to park my riding lawnmower and the kids go-cart. Thanks for the great idea.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

new video of how strong it is kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWHEk5WOfL5km7s

[@sandmanbub]

That's ok for any place that doesn't see any snow. If you ever get more than a few inches of wet snow, those will collapse as did my greenhouse which was built the same way.

[@tomm9860]

Pretty nifty you think out the box like many of us. Thanks, your clever.

[@igotajopamerica3040]

Good VIDEO!!! A friend of mine did the same thing on a 24ftlong square frame(rounded top style). Its about 10ft. High in the center.cost $820 to do the roof without the sides. Uses it to park his boat in during the summer.

[@nancyselzer628]

In my hometown if you pour a slab under your shed it is taxed as part of your property taxes. But if you use wood, bricks or something less permanent it is not taxed yearly. Check out your codes and rules.

[@jamesmcgill744]

They role the material off a big role. Material comes off a role, through a role press that shapes the ridges in it, then come out the other end where it is sheared to whatever lengths you want.

[@jamesmandrell6065]

When the panel is made it comes in a coil . Goes through a series of rollers till it gets to the shape of the panel and it gets cut to length by the shear.

[@thelouiebrand]

I got one of these from tractor supply. The wind blew it across my property and totaled it. I was new here to southern Ohio and didn’t realize the wind storms we get. It lasted only a few months. I will use better anchors next time. Lol

[@bowercabin8540]

Thanks for this video just completed this upgrade on mine. I've kept mine from collapsing under Colorado snow for 5 years using heavy duty tarps. I kept my footprint original since it's secured to 2x6 redwood boards base and added 2x2 purlins (3 per side) on the roof to handle the snow load. It looks great and I'm excited to see how it handles this Winter.

[@DivaBClub]

do you have pictures you could share please of what you added

[@bowercabin8540]

@@DivaBClub finally made a video for you showing how I did this on my garage, hope it is helpful. We had lots of snow this Winter and it held up like a champ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zquup6p6aK9_prM

[@Dan-yw9sg]

Wow I love this! I had looked at the Harbor Freight carport but the reviews were not that good due to flimsy construction. This adds a whole new dimension to the strength of the structure. Quick question, did you bend a panel to overlap the roof crest or is there another way to join the top and make it waterproof? Thanks for any info! New Sub!

[@jetenginethrust863]

Great idea, thanks for sharing. Good thing I saved my old Costco 10' x 20' canopy tubing. It's approx. 2.250" Dia. heavy duty white powder coated thick wall tubing they don't make anymore. The tubing they make now for them is the size you have approx. 1.50" and thinner wall thickness also. Why didn't I think of that!? LOL

[@herbhall3830]

Nice looking shed! Hope it lasts for a long time for you! Those panels are very strong ive sold thousands and thousands of them! The framing however doesnt last too long here in Pennsylvania and new York are due to heavy wet snow! My sons collapsed the first big snow storm ! The poles gave out! I was thinking he shouldve filled the with cement!

[@cbkidd]

Nice Build Mike, I own my home but garages cost so much to build. I need something for the wintertime so I don't need to be outside in the snow working on vehicles lol. I have permanent never damage. Thanks for the ideal can always make it bigger if need too. I hope the garage has worked out for you.

[@wesallen4228]

Nice job. As soon as my tarp crapps out i'll do the same thing. Nice idea.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

Yeah just start looking for those panels now I put a link are there for some of the places that have them

[@mikesrandomvideos]

check out the strength test. it is really stong and pretty stiff.

[@RoseUnseen]

YOU DID THIS IN CALIFORNIA INSANE !!

[@piratetaylor29]

Okay, so if I understand what you described... You shortened the width from 10' to 8' wide to fit the concrete slab. Is that right? Great for farm and mowing equipment and vehicles being stored. But as a day to day garage car parking not so much because it's so narrow. Got it! 👍🏻🇺🇲 Thanks

[@danielanderson2030]

Hah. About 2 moths ago i just did the same to make a new horse shelter. Took a pole tent i already had (i have atleast 20 frames worth of pipe and fittings) cut it down, took the scrap sheets they used to cover my roof panels in transit when i did my roof 2 years ago, and some plywood since its a horse, id rather she mess up wood then the metal and possibly slice herself severely. I bought a box of screws and some hat track for extra support/mounting locations. Was into it for about 150 bucks not including the cost of what i had laying around.

[@gizmotony1234]

THIS is genius man !!! I LOVE IT !

[@altha-rf1et]

This is what I need for the back yard, for a utility building

[@rubetube4727]

You could still use the vinyl under the "tin roofing" for the colder climates.

[@motorv8N]

Nice job. Need something like this for the boat. They charge a fortune to shrink wrap and this would be paid for in just a few seasons of paying for that wrapping.

[@campgoerOne]

This is really cool! Thanks for the video! 😊

[@John-xeyvfkwieba]

Definitely was considering doing the exact same thing. Nice to know yours turned out decent! Thanks

[@frotobaggins7169]

the panels are rolled in to shape. they pull the roll of metal through a series of rollers each creating a slight bend in the panel, that's how they can make any length, not stamped.

[@theotherJarvisx51]

FYI, keep your eyes out for steel roofing after storms. Picked up a full roof with screws for $5 that I've used to skin my Hazard fraught carport since the tarp shredded. $40 in purlins and I have a snow rated roof!

[@mikesrandomvideos]

cool that is a deal

[@davidshettlesworth1442]

Thank you for this excellent video. I learned a great deal.

[@RogerSayers]

Great job! I have one of the larger frames and have been thinking about doing this same thing. This is the very first I've ever seen. You done a great job putting it together. Yep my frame is from the tent type storage shed and I will be honest, it was ok But the tent fabric lasted only two years. The sun rotted the fabric in no time. So now after seeing your video I'm gonna do the same thing but when it comes the roof panels, I might ask the metle company if they can groove only one section of a sheet and leave the rest flat. That way I can have a smooth roof rain and snow run off. Again great job. Thanks for sharing. You now have a new subscriber.... Thumbs Up !

[@magicone9327]

Goodolboy One no grooves/ribs equals no strength. Just add wood or metal purlins to the roof at 90° to the frame and install the metal parallel to the frame or opposite to what this Video shows. End result is rain and snow will run off. Could gutter it also! With the wood purlins the strength of the roof will increase dramatically!

[@andreamara8542]

Thank you. I have a stronger frame but have to replace the cover every year. I might do this.

[@kelliehoyt7579]

I could never get away with this where I live. Our wind raising is 130 mph.

[@piratetaylor29]

So you're using those clamps because you cut off the crimped end of the pipe that would have fit into the peak pieces. 6" off each side. Is that right?

[@leseverman9251]

needs horizontal perlins out of hat channel , sheds water and snow better . it would make eaves posable and sealed outside corners . it would add to cost but also rigidity .

[@hooks4nooks]

Dude... Right on... Very helpful. Thanks for sharing. Really appreciate the info. Nicely done.

[@d.j.9961]

Had a house with a bare garage pad. Wish I woukd have seen this video years ago However, After being defrauded, that's just more money I would have lost. I was always looking for this!!!!!

[@kevinroberts781]

That would make a nice work shop/tool shed.

[@kingfordexpedition95]

Were the screws a pain to go threw the pipe? How did you insert them looks like trouble

[@cynthiaayers7696]

The only problem with the roof of it, is that the ribs are running the length of the building and if you have snow where you're at, that'll hold the weight of the snow on it and smash your roof in. My husband built pole barns for 30 years. He says you would be better to screw some one by fours at least one foot apart from the ridge to the eve then put the metal on the correct way. Then you can also put on a gutter each side and run them into a collection barrel if you're so allowed..?

[@RobertJohnson-th2yf]

He's located in California, so snow probably isn't a concern there.

[@centralcoastcamper9631]

Nice conversion to siding. I remember when I used to get several years out of these type of vinyl sided sheds but now the vinyls last a year at most and shred due to lack of good UV inhibitors and thin mils. Even the tubing and joints are thinner and flimsy. Setting one up on a concrete slab is the only way too go.

[@Ej1chris]

Question, by only putting one red head per post be enough or putting all 3 red head in each post be good or bad

[@tabscovey8056]

Great idea. Might do it for livestock shelter

[@mikesrandomvideos]

Go for it!

[@utah133]

Fortunately, my city's limit is 200 square feet. Might build a garage using this idea.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea you could make it a bit wider and full 17 ft then it would be more usable.

[@jrmaatta]

HF has a 10x20ft canopy kit that would be perfect. It's also $100 on sale right now. The cost is lower on these because it only comes with a tarp roof, not canvas walls like the 10x17 garage - which you won't use anyway, so why spend more money on a smaller kit? Lol www.harborfreight.com/10-Ft-x-20-Ft-Portable-Car-Canopy-62858.html

[@sambarton202]

Good idea! I'd also put an X brace across the back wall with conduit pipe

[@jamminjim1208]

I agree. Good idea !

[@sambarton202]

Sometimes an outside point of view helps

[@jimtylergla]

Cuba mo caves and mines

[@mikesrandomvideos]

I was planning on that but it is super strong without it. Search the channel for the strength test video I t is impressive.

[@1BlubeTube]

What is the limit for a wood garage, how many square feet? You can buy lumber to build a garage I believe it would be low cost. The hardest thing to build would be the Roof Angle, cutting boards at a angle.

[@royrobbins3377]

metal studs are cheap you could turn them so they only take a inch and a half of your space

[@murraymadness4674]

It looks nice. I am thinking it won't stay that way, wind will shake it apart, and make a lot of noise while it happens, that is a problem with the steel buildings. Wood shed is sturdy and quiet.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

yea I get it but cant use wood to get a car to fit inside. Plus I used the rubber washer style screws so they wont back out. constantly holds pressure so the wind wont shake them apart.

[@murraymadness4674]

@@mikesrandomvideos All the local rules around here (sacramento) say 120sf FLOOR AREA, so as long as the inside is 120sf, you can have a thicker wood wall. Another material choice is to use foam sandwhich walls, like a boat, but cheap foam and thin wood.

[@randywells4674]

they send a flat sheet through a set of pressed rollers there is no stamping the roller form the ridges for strength and shape

[@heavymetalmadness666]

I have something like this and the tarp is failing after 2 years. Putting steel on it might be cheaper than a quality canvas for the roof. For snow load I just used rated cable for the rafters. Easier to do that, though conduit and fabrication would likely be cheaper.

[@georgescillia2364]

Great job, what kind of screws did you use to fasten metal to poles?

[@johnnelson9309]

Outstanding project, fine craftmanship. Thank you for sharing this with us, I'm adding this to my list of must haves. Great job, you show off.

[@mikesrandomvideos]

great hope it helps get stuff out of the weather.

[@AB-nb2ic]

FINALLY at 10:35 he gets to the price $360 for the panels, plus hardware, etc

[@mikesrandomvideos]

I may have included the screws I think it's also in the description