That time of year....

[James2]

It comes around every year, Fall, the changing leaves, cooler temps and more rain, then that four-letter word we all love. SNOW! I have noticed, for me it means more bench time. Less time outdoors and more time building models. 

When it comes to building, do you slow down, increase or stay the same year-round? My painting slows way down due to the fact my equipment is in the garage, but bench time! It goes up....

[TonyK]

I probably spend more time building as there's less to do outside. But.....just like you, I paint outside so spraying has pretty much stopped. My work bench is in the garage and I can build and brush paint all I want. I have a small heater when it gets real cold. I try to prepare for the winter by painting bodies and interiors and chassis so all that's left is detail painting.

[Biggu]

Great question, James…. I probably do a little more and as long as the walk is shovelled, Dishwasher has been emptied ( apparently thats ‘my’ job ) I can do as much as I like and I can do it with NO guilt. Winter is not my favourite season and I tend to hibernate. 38 years of highway snow plowing taught me to stay in and warm when I can, and if I don’t want to go out , I head for the model room. So this winter the plan is to do WAY more. Life is short..

Jeff

[slusher]

If I’m feeling god I just have to dodge the wind. I have a carport, front porch and rear deck in different areas of the compass. My deck is not covered. I make out well paint and step in the house".

[rattle can man]

I spray a few projects in spring and fall when It's not too hot or too cold. then hide in the AC/ heat and build the rest of the year

[stitchdup]

i just need a west or south wind so i can open the booth window. when its in the north ot east it blows through the vent pipe and defeats the purpose of the booth

[atomicholiday]

I think I do a little more in the winter.   But only because there's less to do outside. 

Since I got my paint booth,  the seasons don't have much effect on that aspect anymore. 

[James2]

8 minutes ago, atomicholiday said:

I think I do a little more in the winter.   But only because there's less to do outside. 

Since I got my paint booth,  the seasons don't have much effect on that aspect anymore. 

That is why I believe my bench time increases, less of other things to do outside. It is true, the older I get the less a care about winter. Stuck in Ohio....

[atomicholiday]

11 minutes ago, James2 said:

That is why I believe my bench time increases, less of other things to do outside. It is true, the older I get the less a care about winter. Stuck in Ohio....

I hear ya.  Indiana is just as exciting as Ohio in the winter.?

[johnyrotten]

6 hours ago, stitchdup said:

i just need a west or south wind so i can open the booth window. when its in the north ot east it blows through the vent pipe and defeats the purpose of the booth

 

6 hours ago, stitchdup said:

i just need a west or south wind so i can open the booth window. when its in the north ot east it blows through the vent pipe and defeats the purpose of the booth

You may want to look into a "blast gate". I used one on my setup, but that's permanent. 

[stitchdup]

6 minutes ago, johnyrotten said:

 

You may want to look into a "blast gate". I used one on my setup, but that's permanent. 

that would be ideal but the landlord wont like me cutting holes in the window

[Ace-Garageguy]

What's "bench time"?

[Mike 1017]

I work in my basement. I just turn up the heat and I also use a Ceramic Space Heater.

Mike

[johnyrotten]

59 minutes ago, stitchdup said:

that would be ideal but the landlord wont like me cutting holes in the window

My situation a one off. I built a box and attached it to the window,  and had to lift the window up to the box. These are old windows, single pane that drop into the wall. A similar box made to fit the opening,  sealed from the weather could  remedy your situation,  I know the landlord issue all too well. Here's a shot of how I took care of my situation until I replace these windows. 

[stitchdup]

10 minutes ago, johnyrotten said:

My situation a one off. I built a box and attached it to the window,  and had to lift the window up to the box. These are old windows, single pane that drop into the wall. A similar box made to fit the opening,  sealed from the weather could  remedy your situation,  I know the landlord issue all too well. Here's a shot of how I took care of my situation until I replace these windows. 

my windows swing out from the side. to get it to work i'd have 3 sides to block and the less said about my neighbours down the street, the better

[John M.]

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[slusher]

I have plenty of time some times motivation and a good day makes a difference . Car shows and Barrett -Jackson, and contest coverage get me motivation to start a build…

Edited November 5, 2024 by slusher
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