Re: OT - Post Beam barn rework

Posted by NE IA Dave on January 11, 2007 at 17:56:51 from (12.206.8.41):

In Reply to: OT - Post Beam barn rework posted by Jon (IN) on January 11, 2007 at 11:41:16:

From what I see in the picture, you have no problems to speak of. A 3/8" cable making a complete loop will drag that barn anywhere you want to put it. A come along is what we use to tighten the cable, or should I say get rid of the excess slack. A large turnbuckle has limited movment after you hook up. You will need approx ten cable clamps to get the first pull, you will get them all back after movement is done except two if you do it correct, as well as the turn buckle. If it is what I think, a simple RR jack, or a handy man will move it also (set off level towards your direction of push). You are not dealing with alot of weight, my first try (if I can see by the picture) would be to try a big pry bar and a block. I think you are only trying to basicly skid it. Grab a 6 x 6 20 ft long and some RR ties as the base of a pry point- bet you can lift it without even filling your pockets with sand. Another option is a large tractor with a hydrolick bucket / loader. For crying out loud do not try to use the clutch, put tractor in park a pry it over with the bucket as the clutch is not steady enough. I am assuming the posts are going outward, seldom see them going inward. The bucket will work with a log chain, again not a clutch thing.

You may want to scab some 2 x 8s along side the plate if they are rotten (judging from your picture again). You will need to fur out the outside anyway so you can attatch your new siding anyway. If you go to say a 2 x 12 you can anchor the post --kill two bird with a single stone--

You probably will need a lot of toilet paper if it is your first try at this, it will snap and pop pretty loud. Always limit your pulls at any one point to not exceed probably eight inches ahead of the next post or you could get a little structural strain. Rotted items must be considered. As they are the most unpredictable.

Sorry the word foundation takes in alot of meaning (not meant to be rude) a lot in our area have only a big flat rock under them, some a stacked pier of morted rocks. I can not tell by the picture again. If indeed it is off the ground by more than a foot, that is another very unstable situation, not necessaraly a problem if you are aware.

A option to less out of the pocket cost is to ask the Amish to assist you, or pay him for his advise on a limited basis. The Amish in our parts do pretty crude work, but is enough for them to get by. I am always puzzled that by being born Amish somehow gives them the edge on wisdom. That question is one I always ask a few of my amish friends, they remind me they have more time to think as they walk behind their big butted best friend--no this particular time I'm not refering to their wifes. This one guys wife could pull a beer wagon without breaking a sweat.

Good luck, and will try to review your next pictures. NE IA Dave

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