My SyTy Garage

--SyTy Jim--

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Hey guys, here I go again. I'm going to do my garage SyTy style, just like my last one. :p

Here is the opener that I'm going to install. The Liftmaster 3800. I have read about it and I'm going to go with that model versus the i-Drive from Wayne-Dalton. I had the i-Drive in my other house, but heard from the new owners a few glitches they ran into. Also, my door is much bigger and not sure if the i-Drive would be able to handle it.

Liftmaster 3800

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Here is a little write-up on it from the website:
Today's garages go far beyond a place to merely park your car. So no matter if you want the extra storage space up above, have an oversized garage door, or even a cathedral ceiling, the LiftMaster® model 3800 Residential Jackshaft Opener is perfectly engineered solution to fit your specific garage door opener requirements. It mounts easily on the wall beside the garage door, and comes with a remote 200-watt light that can be positioned anywhere in the garage. The optional EverCharge® Standby Power System – that continues to operate your opener even when the power goes out – makes it even more convenient.
  • Powerful 24V DC motor provides ultra-quiet operation, along with variable speed smooth start and smooth stop
  • Easy wall-mount installation means no rails to hang
  • Auto-force feature constantly monitors garage door system and adjusts forces to temperature fluctuations, floor height, and door track movement
  • The Smart Garage Door Opener® lets you electronically program security codes from the Smart Control Panel® or the powerhead
  • Enclosed gear case provides continuous lubrication and protection for longer life and smoother operation
  • A 6-foot power cord makes connecting to a power source easier than ever
  • New optional Alternate Power Source (580LM) is a safe, permanent option to power the 3800 when an outlet is not within 6 feet; UL approved
  • Remote light delivers 200 watts of light with adjustable light time delay
  • Meets all UL325 requirements
SAFETY & SECURITY FEATURES
  • The Protector System® safety sensors project an invisible light beam across the garage door opening and automatically reverse the door if anything interrupts the beam while the door is going down
  • Sensing technology will stop the door from closing if contact is made with a person or object
  • Opener light turns on automatically when The Protector System's infrared beam is broken
  • Security+® rolling code technology assures a new code is sent every time the remote control is used
  • Manual release handle in case of power failure
Basically, it mounts next to the door versus in the middle of the garage, saving space! I'll be installing this next week once I get it. I'll post pics once its up.

Jimmy
 

White97SVT

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Re: My SyTy Garage

please take pics as you go with the install..I would like to see how it goees. I may look into something like this for my 3rd bay.
 

--SyTy Jim--

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Re: My SyTy Garage

Here are a few pics taken today with what I have done so far.

Installed Upper and Lower cabinets. Purchased at Lowe's. Also added countertop that I made out of some MDF.

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Installed (3) Industrial Fans. They have metal blades and whip up pretty quick. Also added a pulldown extension cord.

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Installed air compressor and hose reel. Also added a vacuum cleaner. All three were installed on the wall to have a better organized look in my opinion.

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Here is a pic of the floor tile that I'm going to put down. 16" x 16" ceramic tile. Almost looks like marble.

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A few pics of what it looks like from outside.

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Third car side...mostly for things that have to go outside in a shed. Will get to that once we put up a fence...patience grasshopper. This side bugs me. I want it to be clean and organized, but can't be done until the fence goes up. Oh well.

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Thats it for now. I'll post more once I get the door opener.

Jimmy
 

jpalmer

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Re: My SyTy Garage

Damn thats clean! very nice. I want to put real white marble and absolute black granite 12x12's in my garage when my projects are done. Natural stone looks sweet. and i can get it fairly cheap, but its hard to maintain(keep oils and chemicals out).

keep us updated when the other side is done, so far it looks like a tweeker went through there and spent a lot of time:lol:
 

vinnieTy

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Re: My SyTy Garage

Here are a few pics taken today with what I have done so far.

Installed Upper and Lower cabinets. Purchased at Lowe's. Also added countertop that I made out of some MDF.

DSC05970.jpg



Installed (3) Industrial Fans. They have metal blades and whip up pretty quick. Also added a pulldown extension cord.

DSC05976.jpg



Installed air compressor and hose reel. Also added a vacuum cleaner. All three were installed on the wall to have a better organized look in my opinion.

DSC05977.jpg



Here is a pic of the floor tile that I'm going to put down. 16" x 16" ceramic tile. Almost looks like marble.

DSC05969.jpg



A few pics of what it looks like from outside.

DSC05967.jpg


DSC05966.jpg




Third car side...mostly for things that have to go outside in a shed. Will get to that once we put up a fence...patience grasshopper. This side bugs me. I want it to be clean and organized, but can't be done until the fence goes up. Oh well.

DSC05974.jpg


Thats it for now. I'll post more once I get the door opener.

Jimmy

Jimmy looks great!! wish you and the family best of luck with the House. I was going to ask what people recommend for a door opener because that is my next thing to get. Garage doors are expensive but maybe i can just keep the garage door i have and add some inner panels to make it look nicer from the inside and just replace the door opener. Let me know how it works out.

once again best of luck and hopefully we talk soon.
 

--SyTy Jim--

GAST Member
Re: My SyTy Garage

Jimmy looks great!! wish you and the family best of luck with the House. I was going to ask what people recommend for a door opener because that is my next thing to get. Garage doors are expensive but maybe i can just keep the garage door i have and add some inner panels to make it look nicer from the inside and just replace the door opener. Let me know how it works out.

once again best of luck and hopefully we talk soon.
Hey Vinnie, Thanks! :tup:

One thing about the opener I'm getting, you have to have a torsion bar. It will only work with that.

Jimmy
 

--SyTy Jim--

GAST Member
Re: My SyTy Garage

Damn thats clean! very nice. I want to put real white marble and absolute black granite 12x12's in my garage when my projects are done. Natural stone looks sweet. and i can get it fairly cheap, but its hard to maintain(keep oils and chemicals out).

keep us updated when the other side is done, so far it looks like a tweeker went through there and spent a lot of time:lol:

I actually wanted a slate tile, but it was way more expensive. I went with something a bit cheaper and looks good, IMO.

Jimmy
 

SYO237

SyTy Registry
Re: My SyTy Garage

I cant wait till you have a meet at your place. After its done, you will remember me by all the filthy hand prints on those nice white cabinets and walls, and the stains all in the tile grout.

Dude, I cant have a garage like that.... at least, just not in white. Nice work Jimmy :tup:
 

--SyTy Jim--

GAST Member
Re: My SyTy Garage

I cant wait till you have a meet at your place. After its done, you will remember me by all the filthy hand prints on those nice white cabinets and walls, and the stains all in the tile grout.

Dude, I cant have a garage like that.... at least, just not in white. Nice work Jimmy :tup:

Hey Adam, Thanks! I am hoping to have a Meet/BBQ here just like I did up in CT. I'll work on it and see what dates are available.

Jimmy
 

White97SVT

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Re: My SyTy Garage

hell depending when it is maybe I'll swing down for some of that chicken and rice dish that I love.
 

autoaddictions

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Re: My SyTy Garage

I have two of those Liftmaster openers. hey work great. I wanted to put 2 lifts in my garage and i needed all the height i could get. They worked out good. I also like the fact with a torsion bar setup if the spring breaks it just spins on the rod and wont crash down on you parked car. My garage doors can now sit 1" below the celing, maximizing clearance for the lifts when there up.
 

92TYPHOON937

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Re: My SyTy Garage

way to clean to be my garage looks good but i could nvr keep a garage that clean even if i tried i couldnt
 

--SyTy Jim--

GAST Member
Re: My SyTy Garage

I have two of those Liftmaster openers. hey work great. I wanted to put 2 lifts in my garage and i needed all the height i could get. They worked out good. I also like the fact with a torsion bar setup if the spring breaks it just spins on the rod and wont crash down on you parked car. My garage doors can now sit 1" below the celing, maximizing clearance for the lifts when there up.

Yeah, I got it all installed and took some pics. I'll post them up soon. Pretty easy, a few kinks, but hey, it came out right!

Its amazing how similar this is looking to the old CT Mecca already. Nice job so far Jim.

Hey Tim, yeah, I tried to rekindle some of that SyTy style in my new garage...its getting there.

Jimmy
 

--SyTy Jim--

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Re: My SyTy Garage

Some pics of the newly installed garage door opener. Took about 4 hours to do. I like to hide all my wiring, so that took most of my time.

Enjoy....


Wall mount..it has the time and temperature.
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The opener itself, mounts directly to the torsion bar.
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Once the door closes, it has its own lock. (Black Box)
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I bought some wire channels from Lowe's. Cost is $4.48 for 5'. Gives it that clean finished look.
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Jimmy
 
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