Re: Off Topic - I need a pole barn for my tractors

Posted by Kevin (FL) on November 02, 2005 at 12:10:05 from (12.77.199.39):

In Reply to: Off Topic - I need a pole barn for my tractors! H posted by CL Sanders on November 01, 2005 at 17:53:45:

We've built a few down here using utility poles on 8 ft centers, set a minimum of 5' (better yet 6') in the ground (no concrete, use gravel or shells instead). Around the top perimeter, use two runs of 2x10's, through-bolted with 1/2 galvanized bolts. Install chocks in between the 2x10 at the 4' mark (halfway 'tween the poles) and more if the 2x10's seem to wobble too much. Set the poles for at least a 10 foot ceiling height, so 15-16' long poles are needed. (used ones in good shape free from local utility company)

Our framing system is a little different from others--we build our trusses with 2x6 and for the diagonal braces we use 2x4's. Trusses are set on 4' centers. Bottom and center bands are 2x6's. At the midpoint between the poles we also install a doubled-up 2x6 in the ground about 2 feet (with ready-mix concrete) to add an intermediate "stud" for the bands. We also drive old spike nails or scrap re-bar pieces through the 2x6 to help secure to the concrete and provide a good anchor. For the sides you can use T-111 siding (treated if you can afford the price) or get some 1x12's at a local sawmill (we can get rough-cut pine or cypress down here cheaper than the #2 junk pine from the local megachain building supply store). On the bottom band take treated 2x4's and rip a bevel along their lengths to provide a good landing spot for the siding. (All lumber we use for pole barns is treated, unless the siding is sawmill pine or cypress.) Trim the excess pole lengths at the correct height and then land your trusses and then for your tin, place 2x4's on edge on 18-24" centers. Finish up corners, "facia" area etc as needed for looks. Install doors/windows as needed and adjust pole spacing as needed for large door clearances. Install hurricane straps on all trusses and rafter clips on the "rafters". This won't be a $100 shed but I've never lost one to a hurricane. We don't have snow down here, so tighter 2x4 spacing may be needed for the snow weight. I didn't mention roof pitch but that can changed to suit your needs when the trusses are drawn up.

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