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This is what the final Beam Modules will look like.
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Start with 4, 14' 2x8s.
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Cut each of the 2x8s to 13' - 10 3/4" in length.
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Make 6 short 2x8 pieces for both ends of each beam, each 11 3/8" in length. Cut these from 8' 2x8s.
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You will make 24 of these pieces total.
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Also make 4 end caps, one for each end of both beams. You can make this from the left-over sheet material from the door or window modules (5/8" plywood).
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The plywood endcaps measure 7 1/2" by 12"
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Begin assembly by pairing the long 2x8s and attaching them together with nails. Use 2 1/2" long nails, and nail in groups of three approximately every 16" along each beam.
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Next, add one of the short 2x8 blocks to each end of both beams. (The first image shows just one of the beams).
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Keep the block flush with the top, bottom, and end of the beam.
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