Parts Cache

In Missouri, you will likely get condensation on parts in that uninsulated sheet-metal building, unless protected in sealed bins. I got slight rust on tools in my detached garage in Atlanta, and it was fairly stable temperature with concrete block, half in the earth and insulated roof. If you plan to flip parts, it can take many years to connect with a buyer. If not local, buyers might balk at high shipping costs. On craigslist, you must refresh the ads every 30 days and if close to the end, they often lose your photos so must reload those to the ad. Nice to have parts, but can get out of hand. I'm in "get rid of stuff" mode the last few years.

Will be getting the big shops trusses redone and then will finish insulating it soon. It has a big shop fan in it now. I’ll also be adding an air conditioning/dehumidifying system in the big shop. I have a smaller insulated shop that will probably house all of the parts….


A small dehumidifier would be a better choice. 40-50% RH is a good target. I have maintained my collections of "stuff"for years that way. Good luck!

I’ll grab a couple of dehumidifiers for the smaller shop.