Extending WiFi of ATT 2Wire modem w/ Apple Express modems?

We have residential / small business internet via AT&T DSL. We run a phone line into a 2Wire (Gateway 2701 HG-B) modem/router (804.11g/n) which provides internet connectivity for an older Mac via an ethernet cable and via wireless for my MacBook (n) when I am w/in 25 - 40 feet of the 2Wire.
But I use my MacBook mostly about 95 feet away in a separate building (ie the garage) and that is where I really need the internet connection. Sometimes I can connect to the 2Wire when I am in the garage but very rarely.
Can I buy an Apple Express Modem and place it half way to the garage as to extend wireless coverage out to the garage? I think even buying 2 Express modems would be cheaper and much easier than running cat 5 cable in this case because of the building obstacles.
Or would another brand of modem be better for this style of daisy-chaining (without the chain!) ?? Someone recommended the Zyxel Adsl2 Gateway 802.11n modem for Daisy-chaining. Should I buy a replacement for the 2Wire modem to be sure this approach will work?
TIA, Allan

Can I buy an Apple Express Modem and place it half way to the garage as to extend wireless coverage out to the garage?
Sorry, but that won't work as most non-AirPort routers are not WDS-compatible with the AirPorts.
Or would another brand of modem be better for this style of daisy-chaining (without the chain!) ??
Any modem that is Ethernet-capable can be used. In this case, you can connect one AirPort directly to this modem by Ethernet, and then, extend it wireless range with another AirPort.

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