12' truss
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11-26-09, 08:26 PM
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12' truss
Hi, I am going to be building sum 12' wood trusses. I've done alot of searching on web but cant find any free plans.
Do any of you know any sites ? Or do you know what kind of webing style I should use. Iam in northeastern MN so there will be a snow load to think about. I will be useing 2x4 constrution.
Do any of you know any sites ? Or do you know what kind of webing style I should use. Iam in northeastern MN so there will be a snow load to think about. I will be useing 2x4 constrution.
#2
11-27-09, 07:41 AM
Trusses are designed by structural engineers. They aren't a do it yourself project. You may want to consider a more traditional stle of constructions if you don't want to hire an engineer.
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11-27-09, 11:11 AM
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Is the roof intended for an occupied building, i.e. residence or an outbuilding, i.e. a shed?
You can find some free truss designs here
You can find some free truss designs here
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11-27-09, 03:50 PM
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Its for a shed/garage, 12x18', the roof pitch will be 6-12. In one end there will be a 8x7' over head garage door. trusses will be 2' on center spacing. With 5/8" OSB sheating.
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11-27-09, 04:29 PM
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Did you price out trusses at a lumber yard or big box store? The cost difference might not worth the trouble to build your own because truss companies get the lumber for wholesale.
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Yes, I did price them. I figured I could build them for less maybe about 50-60% savings. Plus I have alot of shorter 2x4 for the webing already. And have the 3/4" plywood scraps, for the plates.
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Thanks to all who posted, I started building my trusses today. Got 3 of them done. Life is good !Beer 4U2
#10
12-02-09, 09:08 PM
As others have said, make sure they are designed for your application. Your County Building Department MAY want to see the design, if the shed is big enough to warrant it. At least let your Homeowners Insurance know about it so you will be covered in case of a claim from a strong wind or mishap.
Be safe, Gary
Be safe, Gary
