Postby ptjs1 » Fri Aug 23, 2019 10:24 am
Hi Dave,
Congrats on the garage purchase!
The biggest killer of our cars tends to be moisture rather than temperature. I'd suggest that a dehumidifier is more important in protecting a car in a garage than a heater. There are 2 types of portable dehumidifier. The first is a condenser-type which collects the moisture as water in a container, or a pipe can be fitted to drain to outside the garage. The second is the more modern dessicant-type which binds the moisture to a dessicant or gel-type cartridge. I use an older condenser-type which are quite cheap to buy 2nd-hand. If I was buying a new one now, I think I might go for a dessicant-type. Definitely worth investigating.
Also, think carefully about the garage insulation. if you completely seal it, then you can trap cold air after leaving the garage which can condense onto the metal surfaces of the car. Ventilation is as important as temperature.
I would also paint the walls with a nice white masonry paint. It will mitigate dust and make it so much easier and brighter to work there.
Good luck
Paul
1995 XJS 4.0 Convertible
1980 XJ-S Pre-HE
Jaguar 4.2 Supercharged engine (but not with a Jaguar body..)
