I recently started working on a project in Chicago and had to temporarily relocate from California. After a few months, I decided to drive one of the pagodas to Chicago from LA. More to come on the actual drive in a future “Pagoda World” article.
After the 2150 mile (3460km) drive, over about 3 1/2 days, I wanted to do a few things to the 250sl and couldn’t really work on it in a community apartment complex garage.
I found this DIY garage located in Chicago and only a few miles from my “south loop” apartment.
I just have to say — what a great place. I was able to rent a space with a lift by the hour and they have all the tools. Pretty cool. I have no connection to them except being a customer.
The place is owned and run by Tim & Molly - Porsche fanatics - hence all metric stuff I needed including 14mm hex for trans. They are both incredibly nice and accommodating.
Their website for those in Chicago who may want a place with a lift.
https://gearheadworkspace.comI rented a bay with a lift and it includes most tools. I think they have a slight extra charge for welders or special items. I was there about 4 hours.
Work completed:
—Lubed with grease all under carriage zerks ( my grease, their gun)
—Replaced a few exhaust rubber donuts - want a pain.
—Drained and replaced Manual transmission fluid (ATF) - used their pump, with my ATF
—Drained and replaced Clutch Fluid (used my own pressure unit)
—Drained and replaced Brake Fluid - bleeding at 4 corners, ( used pressure unit)
—Rotated Tires
—Checked everything underneath and brakes etc while I had wheels off
Highly recommend this place for those that may need a bay with a lift.
