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Old 9/8/10, 11:23 PM
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It's poor quality framing no matter what it's age. If there is no visible failure, I wouldn't recommend additional work, but I'd suggest that additional framing (purlin bracing) be considered.
Agreed, George and Kenton, in addition to adding purlin bracing, I would also recommend adding collar ties.
Note: Is there anything (beam, interior walls) to brace purlins off of since you shouldn't brace off of ceiling joists, or are they going to have to add a beam to brace off of ?


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