Think Racing

I have to be careful or I will over plan a project and fall short in executing it – kind of like working for the government or a large company. Plan, plan and plan some more, but never actually do anything.

I have been carrying around a white binder that has numerous dividers. SVRA specs, so I build according to SVRA’s rules. I have created a build schedule, so I make sure that I do everything in the appropriate order, especially when it comes time to start removing parts from one car and placing them in the second. I have a tab that is keeping track of necessary parts and tools that I don't have, and I have a tab that is keeping the current copy and design ideas for http://www.thinkracing.net/ – a site designed to pay tribute to the Think Racing Team.

Of most importance prior to major build work has been the preparation of the work space. My garage is a dream. There are only two bays, but the space is large. Despite its size, it was not organized in a way that was conducive to a major build like what I am attempting to do.

I needed a larger work bench area, more shelf space for spare parts, plenty of room for sandblasting, places to put wheels, fenders, doors, etc. as well as keep two MGs leaving enough room to actually work, weld and paint.

I think I have accomplished that goal to the best that can be done. I have taken pictures but have not had any success uploading them. I built a new work bench complete with peg board and space to store the motor, transmission and air compressor. I have a permanent spot for my vise and drill press, as well as plenty of storage for nuts and bolts, spare/leftover part and other garage memorabilia that needed a home. The shelf units have been moved and the cars are sat horizontally in the garage bay.

I bought two wheel dolly sets from harbor freight (check out http://www.harborfreight.com/), my new tool mecca, so I could store my cars in the garage horizontally vs. vertically. They are great. However you need to move your cars around, stick them on the dollies and in direction desired. The benefit to me is that it gives me plenty of space between cars to do what will need to be done throughout the build.

I would include pictures, but currently they are not uploading.

So the work space is done. The car has been emptied of its parts boxes and awaits the next step. Guess I better go consult the build schedule. I have a feeling I am about to do some actual work on the car.