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mrsmart
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Re: Setting up a new Car Shop

Mon, 04 April 2005 11:31

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any sites on equipments with prices???

Good luck. The trade still thinks EFI is a fad. I don't think they're on the internet just yet.

On the other (more helpful) hand, visit Repco and ask for a workshop equipment catalogue. It's got everything you'll need.

And as long as we're on equipment:

2x hoists
2x toolkits
Insurance for mechanics/employees
Wideband ego sensor w/laptop for road tests
Snapon OBD computer + cards (I insist)
Fire extinguishers (A, B and C)
4 gas analyser (if you're keen)
Lead lights
Insurance for customers cars
Big sturdy benches
Creepers
Great big container for used oil
Steam pressure washer
3 way interceptor (big $$$, EPA req.)
Weatherproof industrial air compressor
Press
On-car brake lathe
Bench drill
Sundries (ie angle grinder, g clamps, drill bits, SST's, jacks, stands)
Big bins for scrap metal as well as ordinary workshop rubbish
Insurance for customers onsite
Personal computers for admin
Fire and villainproof safe

Not to mention a decent clean joint to put it all in; with a seperate lunchroom, loo and reception. Remember insurance for the building and all the crap in it.

The above list is by no means comprehensive. Perhaps I may compile a more concise list for you, if you havent been scared by this one?

When you've taken out a loan to pay for all of that crap, it's dealing with your whinging bitch mechanics and the rest of the trade that's the BIG HEADACHE. Customers can wait.

For the record, light vehicle technician award is $14.88 an hour. No No No

[Updated on: Mon, 04 April 2005 12:27]

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