75mm Truss clip?

Discussion in 'Carpenters' Talk' started by James V, May 16, 2015.

  1. James V

    James V Member

    Hi

    Can't seem to find 75mm truss clips anywhere... Only hangers. Any idea where I'd get them? I'm using 75x200 timber which will sit on top of double top plates, for a outbuilding with a 5m span.

    Cheers

    James
     
    James V, May 16, 2015
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  2. Big Dunk

    Big Dunk Active Member

    As far as I'm aware you cant get them, can't you use a 75mm joist hanger upside down to anchor the joist.
     
    Big Dunk, May 16, 2015
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  3. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Truss clips only in 50mm width, never seen a 75mm.
     
    KIAB, May 16, 2015
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  4. chippie244

    chippie244 Super Member

    Band
     
    chippie244, May 16, 2015
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  5. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    KIAB, May 16, 2015
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  6. James V

    James V Member

    The high wind ties look the best bet - thanks.

    Thinking about it, I'm wondering how important using any steel is?
     
    James V, May 17, 2015
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  7. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    In the old days, it was toe nailing roof rafters, none of these fancy clips.:)
     
    KIAB, May 17, 2015
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  8. Phil the Paver

    Phil the Paver Screwfix Select

    I was going to suggest a 4" galvanized nail. :)
     
    Phil the Paver, May 17, 2015
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  9. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Use to drive in two 4" nails either side of the rafter many years ago.
     
    KIAB, May 17, 2015
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  10. James V

    James V Member

    Thanks fellas, 4" nails it is. My garden outhouse studio project doesn't hit the scope for building regs so I have a little flexibility; but obviously dont want to take any risks with safety.
     
    James V, May 17, 2015
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