Recent content by bobbywolf

This is what I'm going to model my shelf off of. I'd love to buy their kit, but I'm sure I can make it for much less. I'm no longer sold on using cables now lol. My mind changes like the wind...

I'm skipping out on attaching to the trusses at all. As others have suggested, the wall itself will take the load. matt_i, Id love to see some pics. More than one way to skin a cat. Rob

How would you feel about these type of of mounts for the cables. 2 lag bolts into each on on a 2x6" stud, every 3rd stud (4'). http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200326985_200326985 Rob

I think I'm sold on this idea. Not really stoked about having angled supports below, but its likely for the best. Rob

That is an older picture. The ceiling is insulated and vapour barrier'ed. However, I would not be opposed to opening it up to add some lumber to spread the load across multiple trusses. Or I could run the cables back to the wall at a 45deg angle. Tripping isn't a worry as it is only storage...

Hi everyone. Been lurking for awhile, and I now have something I need opinions and advice on. I am finishing the interior of a 26x30' garage with cathedral ceiling 15'6" at the inside peak. I want to put a large hanging shelf up high on one end of the garage, with the front edge supported by...