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  1. mecheng19777

    Problems with J or L bolts?

    Hello, I came across this thread when researching L bolts to secure a 2x4 wall to a concrete block foundation for a single car garage project I am working on. I don`t understand the issue with L bolts, I thought they would be superior to a regular bolt with washer. CSA shows you can use them...
  2. mecheng19777

    Expansion of Holes Question

    I have a 39 ft piece of steel, which will expand/contract 5/16" over an operating temperature of -20C (-4F) to 40C (104F), using the steel coefficient of expansion. In that piece of steel, I have 1 3/16" (1.1875") holes, and I'd like to know how much the holes will expand/contract. Is it only...

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