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Section 5 - Setting Beams
18.
If using the original post locations, a
line is drawn on each of the four 2x8
beams. This is a mark that will align
with the outside edge of each post as
shown. If the posts are moved, they
will need to be measured at the
bottom where the outer edge of the
beam will be located. Simply set the
beams against the bottom of the posts
(above the bases) and measure to
make sure that both ends extend
beyond the posts by the same
distance. Use the dimension on the
first post and transfer the new line to
the other 3 beams. Be sure that the
new line is the same distance on all
the beam ends from the factory
marked line on the beam. Erase the
original line using an eraser, or
lightly sanding.
19.
A helper (or two) will be needed
when setting the beams. The marks
will face the posts. Lift into place,
setting in the notch at the top of the
post, and make sure that the ends
over hang the same on both ends.
Attach using one screw on each post
for now. (more will be added later)
Repeat with the other side of the
post, and make sure that the ends are
aligned.
20.
Measure the distance from the ends,
and do not align visually. Even the
slightest difference will not allow the
runners to sit in the notches on the
top of the beams. When all 4 beams
are in place, test to make sure all the
runner notches are aligned.
NOTE: If the pergola is longer than 16 feet, set a total of 8 beam pieces. The flat ends will butt
together in the center of the middle beams. Attach to the post with 3 screws on each side of the
seam. When testing the notch alignment, add runners at the notches on either side of the middle
seam.
Using 2½" screws
4 per side
11.) Continue with the rest of the beams.
Repeat with the other side of the post, and
make sure that the ends are aligned. Measure
the distance from the ends, and do not align
visually. Even the slightest difference will not
allow the runners to sit in the notches on the
top of the beams. When all 4 beams are in
place, test to make sure all the runner notches
are aligned.
12.) Now you would be ready to install the
return beams. These go in between the
header. Keep it flush on bottom of 2’x8’ header
center of post. Attach it with (4) 3½” screws.
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21.
Now you would be ready to install the
return beams. These go in between the
header. Keep it flush on bottom of 2x8
header center of post. Attach it with 4
3½" screws.
Section 6 - Setting Runners
22.
Use a level to insure that the posts are
parallel with the other posts. Check
that one of the posts is plumb.
Measure the distance between the
posts at the bottom, by sliding the
post base up and measuring the
distance at the bottom of the post. Be
sure that the posts are the same
distance apart near the top. Double
check all posts with the level before
attaching runners.
23.
A helper may be needed to hold
the posts in place when positioning
the first runner. Make sure that the
overhang is the same on both ends of
the runner. Measure from the beam
to the end of the runner, or to the
beginning of the scroll cut on both
sides. (as shown to the right) Slide the
runner until the overhang is the
same on both ends.
24.
Attach one side using a screw on an
angle as shown. Attach each runner
to both beams on each side.
Using 3½" screws
4 per runner
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