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Removal and relocation of a queen post/diagonal bracing of a truss?

Removal and relocation of a queen post/diagonal bracing of a truss?

Removal and relocation of a queen post/diagonal bracing of a truss?

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I have a queen post truss above my garage. I would like to relocate 3 queen posts back 2ft. creating a inwall/cavity and construct a new diagonal bracing. The plan was approved by a structural engineer, but I'm looking for a second opinion.

How would you approach in removing a metal gusset plate safely without damaging the trusses?

below are pictures for my current trusses and the modified plan

http://www.innovisdesignlab.com/files/trussatticsideview.jpg

http://www.innovisdesignlab.com/files/trussesfrontview.jpg

Does the modified plan in the images look safe to do?

Thanks.

RE: Removal and relocation of a queen post/diagonal bracing of a truss?

That would definitely change a few things.  Without knowing all lumber sizes , grades, loadings, bearing locations, etc - I would be remiss to give an opinion.

That would not normally be called a "queen post" truss - more like a room-in-attic truss.

My gut reaction is this is probably not a good idea.  Was the engineer familiar with wood trusses or just a drinking buddy.

You might see if you can find the original mfg and get their opinion.  Seems like a lot of work for little gain??

RE: Removal and relocation of a queen post/diagonal bracing of a truss?

I look for the truss company that made them or the builder. I quick call to your local building code official should be able to tell you the builder.

To answer your question though, it looks like it can be done. You would have to ask for a "repair" on your current truss. Most likely you will brace the members to be cut, attach tight fitting pieces of lumber in place and then glue and nail plywood gussets to both sides of the truss. You would need to remove any wiring or pipes that are in the bottom chords of the truss.

What I described above and in my drawing is not meant as an action plan. It is only a simplified repair what what "may" be prescribed by a qualified/licensed Professional Engineer. - you need to consult the company who designed the truss or a PE to design or prescribe a repair.

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