How to attach framing to rough opening?

[mrshanes]

The title says it all. My garage was built on rearward sloping land, so the concrete block foundation basically forms a walkout basement. I had the block layers leave a rough opening so an overhead door could be installed and provide a place to store my tractor, tools, atvs, etc... I now need to prep this so an overhead door can be installed. I need to attach treated 2x8s around the opening. The top is a steel lintel and the sides are concrete block. These treated boards will be covered with PVC trim boards. What method should I use to attach all of this?
Thanks,
Shane

 

[ynned]

Lead anchors in the block...maybe just drill & tap the steel.

 

[JakeKohl]

tapcons screws? I have a block house and used these to refram a couple of door openings. They have held up well.

 

[Bondo]

The title says it all. My garage was built on rearward sloping land, so the concrete block foundation basically forms a walkout basement. I had the block layers leave a rough opening so an overhead door could be installed and provide a place to store my tractor, tools, atvs, etc... I now need to prep this so an overhead door can be installed. I need to attach treated 2x8s around the opening. The top is a steel lintel and the sides are concrete block. These treated boards will be covered with PVC trim boards. What method should I use to attach all of this?
Thanks,
Shane

Ayuh,.... Tap-con the side pieces on, 'n bolt the top piece to the steel,...

 

[Woody610nb]

.22 caliber powder actuated fasteners;


http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ramset-MasterShot-0-22-Caliber-Powder-Actuated-Tool-40088/202046595

If you have block foundation, this will come in handy to hang lots of things.

 

[JCfreak]

Tapcons, PL400, Wedge-alls. Mix and match if you have too. I always use glue. The mechanical anchors are only holding till the glue dries. You will need to provide a place inside the wall (2x6) for the door tracks to mount to. I'd use Wedge-alls and glue here. You'll need 2x4 header on top to hold the weatherstriping. Then a 2x10 or 2x12 on top of that for an opener, if you desire.

 

[JakeKohl]

.22 caliber powder actuated fasteners;


http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ramset-MasterShot-0-22-Caliber-Powder-Actuated-Tool-40088/202046595

If you have block foundation, this will come in handy to hang lots of things.

I've seen that used a lot on a slab but I would be concerned that this tool might shatter block.

 

[deter]

Ayuh,.... Tap-con the side pieces on, 'n bolt the top piece to the steel,...

THIS. and maybe a little glue or urethane sealant

 

[Fishplate]

Those 2x8 boards around the opening need to be secure enough to resist the torquing of the garage door spring. You'll want to make sure that they are /really/ secure...