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  1. phaxtris

    Tips/Techniques Deck structural question - simple

    yes 1 sucks, i wouldn't do it either, but it was mentioned thats why i drew it 2 is the same width as 3, they are both 4 ply, there is 2 existing joists drawn, i recall @slow-poke saying he had some double joists, that is what is depicted, it may be hard to see if your looking on a phone. I...
  2. phaxtris

    Tips/Techniques Deck structural question - simple

    These are your 3 ideas ? Detail 2 is the best, both 1 & 3 add a lot of twisting force to the existing joist, probably ok, but not great. 1 would likely need carriage through bolts to keep that stack together, the other 2 options would be fine with standard .120 hot dipped framing nails You...
  3. phaxtris

    4140 crankshaft modifications - propeller hub build

    I have seen a bench like that on a house site before! it was super cool, it was either trim carpenters or cabinet guys who had built it, i don't recall. The guy was very excited to tell me about it when I commented on it. I think the rounded spar looking holes are somewhat a matter of pride in...
  4. phaxtris

    4140 crankshaft modifications - propeller hub build

    The weather was questionable for a third flight today figured I would make a second identical work bench for the hangar, i still had a partial stick of that 2x2 hss 1.5 angle so you know....I did have to buy 1 more stick of 2x2hss and 1.5 angle (i ordered it previously in the week) I Thought i...
  5. phaxtris

    What socket does this take?

    it honestly just looks like a 12pt fastener, like what ARP sells
  6. phaxtris

    Tips/Techniques Deck structural question - simple

    Am I missing posts or your are glazing over the answer as to how you intend to support the ends of the long boards? You definitely don't want to have that unsupported in the middle of the deck for 12.5 inches
  7. phaxtris

    What socket does this take?

    looks like to many points for an e trorx, have you not tried a 12pt? because its either a 12pt or a triple square
  8. phaxtris

    Tips/Techniques Deck structural question - simple

    Unless @Susquatch and I are both missing something, this is your problem This is the proper solution If you can afford trex you can afford a few extra 2x8's
  9. phaxtris

    Tips/Techniques Deck structural question - simple

    I agree with both statements, you wont get the width assuming he's using 5/4x6 deck boards
  10. phaxtris

    Colchester Master 2500, making the missing 56T change gear

    boy that pantograph makes a nice job of engraving
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