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He nailed or otherwise mounted up that transverse 2x4
what's that for Bob support? Shelf or bracket or something on the inside to support the A/C?
what's that for Bob support? Shelf or bracket or something on the inside to support the A/C?
bulldogchesty
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I do appreciate the support. I am glad I am not selling a car on here, dam. I was having one of those days when nothing went right. I tried bolting the 2x4 to the outside of the shed, but my screws were not long enough. I used 1x2 to bolt to my existing shed and then screwed the 2x4 to the 1x2. Of course I couldn't find the tools I needed, hence the small shed. I was soaked to my undies in sweat. hopefully I will get a little bit done today. Be gentle.
commando1
Old Man with a Hat
Very similar to the 15 minute thermostat change.
Two hours later..........
Two hours later..........
If you didn't waste your time removing the compressor....
commando1
Old Man with a Hat
It depends on the year.
In the Formals, the compressor bracket is in the way.
On my '67, the compressor bracket wasn't.
The T-stat change in the Newport was less than 15 minutes.
EVERYTHING is harder in a Formal.
It separates the men from the little boys....
In the Formals, the compressor bracket is in the way.
On my '67, the compressor bracket wasn't.
The T-stat change in the Newport was less than 15 minutes.
EVERYTHING is harder in a Formal.
It separates the men from the little boys....
greasemonkeyman
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bulldogchesty
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I got some more done today. Dam it's f'in hot out.
bulldogchesty
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I know it looks like it is leaning, but it isn't.
polara71
Old Man with a Hat
Dave, are those footings under each end?
C Body Bob
Old Man with a Hat
You're a better man than me. I no longer start projects in the summer. I prefer to try out beach chairs....see which one I like best.
C Body Bob
Old Man with a Hat
I wasen't gonna say anything. I promise.
67Monaco
Old Man with a Hat
Damn it. Now I have another project. I expect progress report so I may determine if I wish to copy this idea. Damn it. Compressor and lawn mower could go out there. Damn it.
And what about a door from the back to the lean to?
bulldogchesty
Senior Member
Yes, those are footings. I may keep it open, I haven't decided. I can't build it permanent, I didn't get a permit, and if the code nazies find out, I may have to take it down. Bastards. Did I say it was f'in HOT!!!
polara71
Old Man with a Hat
Maybe, maybe not. . . . . . Depends on the inspectors and their interpretation of the codes.. Great idea but please support the center of that wall, without a header in there reaching out over the footings....its gonna sag, I'm sorry, don't wanna see you waste time and money.
greasemonkeyman
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Looking good Dave! Space is at a premium.Maybe you should have built a second level onto that shed! lol. I used to have a few of those portable garages from Harbor Freight but the ones they sell now are not long enough and too tight inside.Maybe you can build something off the side of your shed using removeable piping and a tarp.I'm thinking of doing something similar to gain a little more space.
bulldogchesty
Senior Member
Polara, what header are you refering to. I don't want anything of mine to sag.:sSig_thanks:
polara71
Old Man with a Hat
There is nothing supporting the bottom of the wall except your footings at both ends of the wall.. Your roof is being supported by that wall so the weight of the wall and roof are all resting on that bottom plate (2 x 4).. Without support under that whole wall (footing) it will sag, eventually. A header at the top of the wall going from end to end will carry your weight of the roof above and transfer that weight to your footings below.
A header with minimal weight such as what you have could be something as minimal as 2 2x6s nailed together flat to flat. ( 2x8s would be better) and the studs underneath become nailers for your sheathing and nothing more......
A header with minimal weight such as what you have could be something as minimal as 2 2x6s nailed together flat to flat. ( 2x8s would be better) and the studs underneath become nailers for your sheathing and nothing more......
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