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Module 9a & b

Written By: Eric Powell (and one other contributor)

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Moderate

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00:01:30

Introduction

We are going to break down the framing into 11 framing modules that will be assembled on the ground in parallel with other construction processes.

This is the how-to for the modules of the 2nd floor. Starting from the south, they are labeled 4-9 with an "a" and "b" distinction referencing their location on either west or east respectively.

Step 1 Module 9a & b

Gather materials for mod 9a&b (these are enough materials for BOTH walls)

Gather materials for mod 9a&b (these are enough materials for BOTH walls)
8:2x4x8
2:2x4x10
2 sheets of 3/4"x4'x8' OSB for exterior sheathing
2 sheets of 1/2"x4'x8' plywood for interior sheathing
~buncha 3-1/8" construction screws
~buncha 1-5/8" coated deck screws

Step 2

Cut Framing Members
4: 2"x4"x5'5/8" (verticals)
2: 2"x4"x4'3/4" (horizontal top/bottom)
3: 2"x4"x2'9" (window frame top/bottom)
2: 2"x4"x3' (window frame sides)
1: 2"x4"x1'7-5/8" (blocking over window)
1: 2'8"x3.5"x1/2" plywood

Step 3

Assemble Framing
Place vertical studs (60-5/8") inside horizontal top and bottom plates (48-3/4")
Sandwich plywood strip between two of the three 33" pieces and screw together (three screws across length is fine)
Use sandwich to form top of window box, use 3' members to form sides and remaining 2'9" member for the base; screw together with 3-1/8" screws (toe-in screws at a diagonal into top plate from side members)
Screw one stud (60-5/8") to either side of window box; letting top of studs hang free off the top of the window box but making sure they are all aligned at the bottom
Toe-in center vertical above window box
Place top and bottom plate such that vertical studs at edges leave a gap of 7" to one side of window, and 2-3/4" on the other.