[targa911man]

Dear Pee Wee,

If you build a cool playhouse I will come and play.

Seriously Rick, I like the idea of (somebody else) setting up a commercial DIY garage, but I think your concept, great in theory, would have a lot of practical problems. I've seen a lot of friendships end over these great sounding joint ventures. Some guys in the club think other guys are not pulling their weight, or are taking more than their share of the benefits, or are taking things home and are not bringing them back, etc., etc. I don't have a lift, but my garage is open to anybody on this board any time (well, wrap it up by midnight), no strings attached, and we certainly know just about everybody on the board feels the same way. And another thing: you're a great guy and I value your friendship, but as a married guy with kids I can't be hanging around the clubhouse all the time with my Porsche buddies. I have no idea if a commercial setup would be a viable business, but I would patronize that type of place. Frankly, if you owned something like that I would have no problem paying for my time there, even though you're my friend, because it's your business, not a charity. Of course, I'm speaking only for myself, and some of the guys might want to try it. If so, I'd be happy to help out with the legal hurdles, but I can't see myself joining.