Setting up your garage to work on your car at home – how to go about it.
Setting up your garage to work on your car at home
If you’re a lover of cars and enjoy spending your time tinkering away, having a dedicated space in your garage can be the perfect solution. If you don’t have an area already and own a garage, why not consider transforming it into your very own workshop!
Setting up your garage to work on your car at home
Here are some top tips on how to set up the perfect garage space for you to work on your wheels.
Space is everything
First things first, you’ll need to make sure that not only you car fits into your garage, but that there’s also enough space around the car for you to work. Don’t forget, you’ll be going in and out of tight spaces, so you’ll need room to move.
To make the most our of your space, why not start off by decluttering your garage, taking out all the things you don’t need and storing away the things you do want to keep.
Another great option is to upgrade your storage solutions, for example if you have rafters in the ceiling, why not board these and add a drop down ladder, so you’re able to store things up high. You could also mount any bikes and tools onto the wall so they’re out of the way too.
It’s important to remember that depending on the type of car you choose to work on first, you may need to do multiple repairs, especially if you’re buying a more vintage model. Newer cars require a lot less maintenance, whereas older cars (understandably) usually involve more maintenance.
However, if you opt to buy a used car from a reputable dealer, it’ll give you some peace of mind knowing that the car is unlikely to fall apart soon after you’ve purchased it!
Getting the right equipment when setting up your garage to work on your car at home
The right equipment can mean the difference between a good and a bad job. Having the perfect garage is one thing, but you’ll need all the essentials to be able to actually work on your car. Among the most important pieces of equipment is the car jack stand. This will enable you to lift the car up from the ground and do any work you need to underneath.
Beyond the jack you’ll need to get yourself a good quality wrench set as these will help you to remove a lot of the different parts. Of course you’ll need the space to store everything too and keep your new tools organised. Grab yourself a tool organiser or set of sturdy drawers to give everything a home! There’s nothing worse than not knowing where the tool you need has gone.
Above all, make sure you enjoy tinkering away on your set of wheels. Whether it’s new or old, you’ll be able to find so much joy out of knowing it’s a job well done by you.
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