On Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:13:33 -0400 "k2vi" <k2vi@cox.net> writes:
> Im going to errect a 38' rohn tower next to my house. The house is
> brick exterior. Should i drill straight through the brick into the
> attic then put a 2x6 across or just used 6 anchors made for brick
> that expand and just lock em in with 3/8 all thread.
Hi Tony,
It would be best to go thru to your attic. Spread
the load with the 2x6 fastened over several studs...I think
you were going to do that. More....
The brick, probably just a "brick veneer" (like
on my house) is secured with "brick ties" that are nailed through to
the wall studs, then grouted into the various courses as they
are layed. So, personally, I wouldn't trust the brick to
lend any substantial support. When you do go through to your
attic, keep in mind that there would normally be an air space between
the back of the brick and the sheathing. So, you would
NOT want to over-tightnen the bolts. You should consider
placing washers and nuts on the BACK of the 2x6, so there's
no load on the brick, brick ties, etc when the nuts on the
FRONT are tightened. Finish the connection with washers
and nuts on the front of the 2x6. Doing that will place
all the load on just the wall studs, both inward and outward
stress. Again, use a long 2x6 spanning over several wall
studs for the "ultimate" support.
Just my "barbershop" advice. :D)
73,
Charlie, N0TT
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