BUILDING MY OWN GARAGE LOFT!!
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Honestly once a month you should try and do a shop mod, I don’t think any of us would mind and it’s great for tips/tricks!
Like you said, it's basically free square footage in the space making it worth more for you which is always a plus for sure!
Nice idea to clean stuff up and take advantage of the vertical free real estate!
Lost of wasted space if you dont have a lift.
Definitely like the bathroom office idea
wobbly sauce hahaha 😂😂
I miss content like this!
Looks sweet! It would be sweet to frame walls up there and actually turn it into an office!
MotionAutoTv would be awesome if he strengthened the roof over the toilet and could frame that section as an office.
ikr he could Insulate all the framing and put a ac window unit underneath and it’ll be a great place for the tv and the whole top will me storage
Yeah, but to make it even better, why not also put a sliding pole there like the firemen so you can just drop down to the bathroom if you need to. LOL. Just make sure to have a lighted sign that says occupied when the light is on down there so they don't just drop on you.
Nice to see you here
It’s August 20th 2022 at 1:24 am
and this video popped up. It feels like yesterday that I watched it. Time goes by so quick. By watching it it gives me flashback of things I did around this time as well. It’s insane 💯
It's a trip how music and things can do that huh? Aha
just popped up for me sheesh time flys man
When tossing up whether to choose between a size like a 2 x 6 and 2 x 4, be confident in the 2 x 4 but just reduce your stud spacing. Just a note for anyone interested.
Great job Jimmy! Please think about some joist hangers for the floor joists. Looked like sheetrock screws. Those will snap if they have the load going the wrong way. 16d nails and joist hangers will make it much safer. Making moves!
If you are sick of looking at the boring ceiling, an easy fix is to stretch a camo net against the I beams, did the same in my own chill-loft, and for a nice light effect you could use cheapass rgb ledstrip between the net and the ceiling.
This was awesome man loved watching this was always wondering why you didn't have one! Good work guys! Can't wait to see it all set up
As an architect, I can say well done. You did look at the right tables and even I checked the ones I have saved and you did it exactly right. 2x10's @ 12" on center is what I came up with too. The only thing I would've done differently is use joist hangers to secure the joists in a more "standard" way. But all in all, good work.
why not put 2x10's around perimeter and use 2x6 joists running the short span across instead of the full length 2x10's?
You should anchor the TV on the wall [the one you share with drew and jips garage], the couch in the middle facing the tv and put your desk and storage on the side closer to the bathroom. Great video bro!! I look forward to watching your uploads everyday. You’re truly an inspiration 👌🏼
I wish I had a Jimmy O in my circle!
Smart dude with ambitions!
Keep it up man
Why wouldn't you use joist hangars? So much stronger (especially when you mount the stairs to the loft).
I make my living as a carpenter. Could sit here and call out mistakes, but im seriously impressed. Might not pass inspection but id hang out with my kids on a trampoline all day up there!
Looks great! Need the railings and support beams under the stairs, like you said. I'd put support beams under it and railings on the top.
*Jimmy good idea with the couch as the back line for the bathroom frame. Be sure to put a 2x4 or a wood stopper so the couch does slide back when people sit down. Speaking from experience, its necessary. Keep up the awesome content brother!
Watched some other set- ups. This was an easier construction than what I’ve watched. I’ll be able to go this route. Great work.
“I can weld it together”😂
Add support on the back wall too, and under the stairs (like acollumn), with all the stuff you will put onto it + multiple people....you're never too carefull !
Never seen a RUclipsr start and finish a build in one vid 😂🤪
Jimmy the engineer, the mechanic, and now a carpenter. What a Legend.
That workmanship is a million times better then some contractors out there
Only thing I recommended is some metal hanger brackets for the stair stringer's
Awesome video. I'm in the same boat here, about to do the same thing being a car guy and not really a construction guy. This made it seem way less intimidating. Thanks a lot!
I definitely think you need to put more support under the top of the stairs.
If you wall in, or partially wall in that bottom part, say a couple feet from the stairs, you’ll have both more support for the top, and a more separated space (whatever you choose you use it for)
now frame up some walls up top and insulate it so you can have a nice warm room to edit in/take naps/castingcouch/game/chill in your shop for the winter
So, basically move to the garage? Not saying it's a bad idea..
Casting couch 😬
Nice work and good use of vertical space! For future builds note that you should use nails to frame structural members. Screws are brittle and have no shear strength. Your loft is a compression load, so the screws will hold.
As a carpenter myself. I gotta say I'm proud of you Jimmy, nice job on building the loft. Minus the 12" gapping in the walls instead of 14"/14.5", nonetheless.
I’m so eager for my shed to go up now! Planning on building my own dry car storage off the front for my workable area!
We neeed a lift in the shop
Anndy Diaz he could store more cars in that shop lol, pull an Adam lz and store a car on the lift and one under it lol
Jimmy Oakes killing it again 🤘🏻 kudos man , some paint to match the bathroom, some carpet for the top and some lights for underneath in the work space and your set !! Can’t wait to see what you do man, keep it up 👌🏻
I don’t normally comment but I have to on this one because of how awesome this turned out, one of my favorite videos you’ve made
Not only jimmy can teach your cars but can also teach you about being bob the builder , great job on the extra space
JimmyO does what Damian only daydreams about.... shots fired lol
Its the democrats fault Damien can't get a wall.
The wall is there now tho
Love how Jimmy just just gets his shit done but Damien just talks about it, like you can create a loft without plywood or drywall. It's actually easier that way that you have just the frame so you know exactly where the frame is instead of measuring every 16"
Atta boy for finally doing the loft mod! You can do above photos of cars from the loft too!
Loft is mint, good job there. You could do with some wheel dolly’s in the shop to move the cars ie the cappuccino side on under the loft, without having to drive them in order to reposition.
Youve come so far since these days, never ever stop dude
It makes the shop look bigger and definitely worth it great job Jimmy
Jimbo the Mechanic, Engineer, and Carpenter!! Is there anything this man can't do
Beast of the East Isn’t he amazing?😍❤️
Steph Field Yes!!!
Jimmy you kill the car game and the construction game as well. This is why I love your channel doing awesome shit all the time.
Definitely shorten the stairs up, you'll get more room and also put some hangers underneath the stairs that's connected to the beams so if the screws do "fail" then it's got a metal hanger so it can still be supported . Also wood tends to sag once being used that's also the reason but great job!! No need 2x4 supports underneath the actual staircase. The staircase is designed to actually support all the weight it is intended for.
Coming from a professional Carpenter and redseal you did a great job don't listen to the hater's. Next time put two top/cap plates on the support wall. But due to the josits being right above the stud it shouldn't be a problem And will last.
Where do I purchase josits?
I watched the whole 2 minute unskippable ad just for you Jimmy!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good call on the loft! Literally making more usable space.
I'd definitely add some metal support right under the center to help the flex of the wood and add some structural regidity and no damage with time dope man ! i'm really looking to do the same thing to my room
So this just popped up on my feed... Daaaaaamn Jimmy without a beard is a culture shock 😂😂😂😂
Man that was so satisfying! Since i saw tokyo drift as a kid ive allways wanted a garage space with a loft
You could build a little hinged door under the stairs for even more storage. Use it for Miscellaneous items so it makes your shelves look more organized and less of a cluster fuck.
Looks pretty good. Only a couple recommendations, when you have lumber in contact with concrete it should be pressure treated. It would have been good to put a membrane between the wood and concrete, usually either foam sill-seal or scrap asphalt roofing. Straight 3/4” decking like you used will work, but tongue-and-groove would have been a little better and a little stronger. Also, make sure you get that blocking in between all those floor joists! It will increase the rigidity of the floor greatly.
Not my vid, but thanks for the tips. I am considering a build like this myself.
Tucker is the cutest dog ever, I love him
You are such an underrated RUclipsr, keep up the mean videos brother
Yes a railing would be awesome and some bracing underneath would be sweet
I've been waiting patiently for you to tackle this very project!!! The idea's that can be stemmed from the very mod being done..... Very excited to see out come here on out!
New to the channel, really enjoying it. One tip: Screws are easy, but they split wood. Use nails for anything designed to carry real weight.
Nice, I'll take how you put it and put it a little bit better. You made a loft which now serves as chill spot/slight storage area, making the old chill spot more square footage for cars, or full time storage, possibilities are endless. Getting to the storage area atop the bathroom has never been easier as well. Nicely done!
I have a feeling this is going to get a shit ton of views
Same
Not going to lie, I miss your Z32 content.
The pain and suffering was very relatable.
OMG I LOVED IT!!! LIT CONTENT🔥 this makes the shop sooo nice paint it the same red like the bathroom wall, make railing for the stairs and the side make it look like a balcony!
Yo jimmy glad you finally fixed up the garage. Looks hot!! The shop definitely needs a lift and you’re Gucci
That's pretty cool man. I kept thinking about putting stairs on the side there and then bam, you did exactly that. That's using your noodle as my niece once said to me. LOL. now that's a more useful space. Just need to get that cleaned up and get yourself a lift and that should be pretty nice. Just don't get full of too many cars that they take all the space and you have nowhere to work. I see so many shops like that and it just baffles the mind because then they can't even walk into their shops.
Holy shit i admire you for getting that done in that amount of time
Welcome to the Jimmy Oakes garage its the we can do it all channel . Remodeling? We can Do it. Professional car builds we can do it. Wash the Tucker. Done. Hit the thumbs up button.
Great idea with the loft. can you just for laughs throw the cappuccino under the loft lol gotta shoutout Justin tho he gave all the ideas lol
You can make a long loft at the side of your shop. Right were the red Z is.. you did a great job, i watch your video every day!
Should make a standing bar at the top to overlook the shop! Dual purpose handrail/ bar top.
Rebuild the bathroom roof. Worth the extra space. GOOD JOB JIMMY. virtual high five
bhall coming out of nowhere lol 10/10 enthusiasm on that one
If i was single and didnt have a kid this would be my home my cars i work on and my living spot on top with everything i need
Cool work jimmy worth the money the garage looks better !
Just need a lift now get one make your life easier man !
Very good job for a beginner, you should be proud of yourself
Well done man. Your happy that’s all that matters man!
I'm so proud of jimmy 💖 it's like watching my child grow . P.s. b-halls entrance was awesome
Yo Jimmy nice loft build bro! Just a tip - for your cross beams you should use a joist hanger. It’s specifically designed so that you can screw directly into your wall and also helps to create more strength by tightening the fit of the wall you made with the cross beams as well as adding more support for your cross beams instead of the screws taking the weight itself. Either way dude well done for a first time. You’d make a great carpenter. Peace and love from 🇦🇺
came for the loft, stayed fot Tucker. PLS MORE TUCKER CONTENT
You should put lights on the bottom of the loft and have a nice work bench area for detail work
Loved this video so much, never disliked a video you have done! My favourite youtuber
The loft is sick, finish it up!
This is actually sick. I don’t mind seein more like this
This channel just keeps getting better way to go jimbo
Really thinking about setting up a live-in shop space sort of like this but with an enclosed room and loft above
That's a dope ass loft in the making!
good work. looks legit and like you said, it's like buying more square footage and 500 bucks for another 150+ square feet is tops!
one reason i fuck wit jimmy oakes is cuz if he got a idea he gon actually follow thru n get shit done 👍🏾
I liked the shop mod wish there’s more shop mods like this. Keep up the good work.!
you can build another frame to put over the bathroom top so you can put the tv and couch it would give you more space
Dude this is so sick.. always loved lofts but put a loft in a garage and it’s so much better!
The loft looks so great dude.
TUCKER IS ADORABLE
i've done this before, except i did it a wee bit differently. instead of every 12 inches, i did every 16 inches with 2x4. the bottom pieces i had used Tapcon screws through the wood and the floor for the extra stability. Regardless though, your loft should hold up just fine
Congrats!!!!!!! Looks amazing! Finish the loft!
Looks nice and the idea is great but you need more support in the middle. 2x10 can only span 10 feet and you need more support on the corners also.. double studs on each corner will do the job.
Jesus christ. Work at 4. Looking around for a engine hoist to pull the miata engine! But Jimmy has to upload! Oh well time for a break. Hot af in florida today
That’s sick, I definitely wouldn’t mind if you put up the handrails and stair supports
As much as you paint engine bays, you could get some nice lighting and setup the area underneath the loft as a mini paint booth.
Awsome job bro. Looks good. Just add some brackets to the floor joists. And especially to the stairs. Other then that you should be good. I've done construction for about 15 years.
very badass loft, i feel like it would need more center vertical rigidity... maybe... i guess you can look for bowing once you get a good amount of weight up there... keep up the good work my dude
Let's go Build that loft Jimmy O
awesome content. I’d add one more support leg in the middle, add lights and move your tool boxes underneath. Free up a lot of room in the shop for activities.
It’s alil sketchy and cool, but need a support beam on the back to help with the center weigh.. I would be up there with gain of heads but I would in close the top so I can be heated and cool for winter and summer months and so no ones stupid ass falls off lol good job!!
Very cool! Now slam the bathroom on tarmacs and zinc coat it.