ben91
10-31-2008, 02:00 PM
Since there is much talking but little planning, here is a fresh and unencumbered place to discuss the proposed upcoming Tech Day.
When/Where
Out of the goodness of my heart, I will drive the 35 miles and open up Mazmart on a Saturday. The Saturday that seems to be favored by most is 11/22. I know that 11/15 was also discussed at one point, but I will not be available that day.
Mazmart is located at
4917 New Peachtree Road,
Atlanta (Chamblee), GA 30341-3122
Google/Mapquest will give you decent enough directions. Look for the big wooden fence. There are double wide swing gates in 2 areas. I will probably have 1 side of 1 of the swing gates open. There is plenty of parking up front.
Attire
This should go without saying, but prior experiences show otherwise. End of November is going to be COLD in a shop. Remember a shop has big bay doors and does not have central heat. You will be cold, so dress appropriately. IE, coat, sweatshirt, long sleeve t-shirt, undershirt. When you warm up you can take your coat off, possibly even your sweatshirt too. You'll want a hat, long pants, and suitable shoes. I usually wear 2 pairs of socks.
Heater
We have a propane heater. If some people each want to chip in a buck or two for propane we can use it. Heating propane is $4.xx/gallon. This would be a good idea.
Tools
I'm not a technician, so my tool collection is not thorough.
I have a small toolbox at work with basic handtools such as ratchets and sockets, open/box combo wrenches, ratcheting wrenches, screwdrivers, and assorted pliers. It is a decent set, but I certainly do not have everything that will be required for the day. So if you have a tool bag or portable tool box, bring it.
Flashlights are good to have. Bring one if you can.
I do not own a spring compressor, so if you do, bring it. If you need suspension work done on your own car and do not own one, buy one in advance.
We do have an air compressor. A rather large one. I do not own air tools myself though. So bring them if you got them.
Lifts
We have 2. 1 will absolutely be open for us. The 2nd may or may not, as it has our shop's project car on it. It will depend on if we can make progress on it or not in the meantime. If the car is rolling, we can probably push it out of the way, then push it back to the lift.
Logistics
I'm not sure how many people want to come, and how much time each person will need on a lift. So it would be wise if people could follow up with their interest in coming and what they expect to get done. Obviously not everyone will be able to get everything they want done.
Wandering
There are a lot of places and things here that could get you injured. Don't explore stuff away from the main lift area.
Food
We have a fridge and a microwave. Feel free to bring something for yourself or to share. There are plenty of restaurants within a few minutes drive from here too.
Liabilities
Basically, Mazmart has none. You agree to come at your own peril.
OK, that's what I got for now. Your input is welcomed.
When/Where
Out of the goodness of my heart, I will drive the 35 miles and open up Mazmart on a Saturday. The Saturday that seems to be favored by most is 11/22. I know that 11/15 was also discussed at one point, but I will not be available that day.
Mazmart is located at
4917 New Peachtree Road,
Atlanta (Chamblee), GA 30341-3122
Google/Mapquest will give you decent enough directions. Look for the big wooden fence. There are double wide swing gates in 2 areas. I will probably have 1 side of 1 of the swing gates open. There is plenty of parking up front.
Attire
This should go without saying, but prior experiences show otherwise. End of November is going to be COLD in a shop. Remember a shop has big bay doors and does not have central heat. You will be cold, so dress appropriately. IE, coat, sweatshirt, long sleeve t-shirt, undershirt. When you warm up you can take your coat off, possibly even your sweatshirt too. You'll want a hat, long pants, and suitable shoes. I usually wear 2 pairs of socks.
Heater
We have a propane heater. If some people each want to chip in a buck or two for propane we can use it. Heating propane is $4.xx/gallon. This would be a good idea.
Tools
I'm not a technician, so my tool collection is not thorough.
I have a small toolbox at work with basic handtools such as ratchets and sockets, open/box combo wrenches, ratcheting wrenches, screwdrivers, and assorted pliers. It is a decent set, but I certainly do not have everything that will be required for the day. So if you have a tool bag or portable tool box, bring it.
Flashlights are good to have. Bring one if you can.
I do not own a spring compressor, so if you do, bring it. If you need suspension work done on your own car and do not own one, buy one in advance.
We do have an air compressor. A rather large one. I do not own air tools myself though. So bring them if you got them.
Lifts
We have 2. 1 will absolutely be open for us. The 2nd may or may not, as it has our shop's project car on it. It will depend on if we can make progress on it or not in the meantime. If the car is rolling, we can probably push it out of the way, then push it back to the lift.
Logistics
I'm not sure how many people want to come, and how much time each person will need on a lift. So it would be wise if people could follow up with their interest in coming and what they expect to get done. Obviously not everyone will be able to get everything they want done.
Wandering
There are a lot of places and things here that could get you injured. Don't explore stuff away from the main lift area.
Food
We have a fridge and a microwave. Feel free to bring something for yourself or to share. There are plenty of restaurants within a few minutes drive from here too.
Liabilities
Basically, Mazmart has none. You agree to come at your own peril.
OK, that's what I got for now. Your input is welcomed.