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Carl S.
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Registered: January 2009
Location: Tucson, AZ.
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Rob,
2 X 6 exterior wall construction has been the standard in the Southwest since the '70s. The concept started out with the studs at 24" centers and a single top plate, but was soon replaced by more conventional 16" centers and double top plates.
Those DIY construction "reality shows" are ruining the construction business in my opinion. People, who don't know any better are getting the impression that you can do almost anything, on a shoestring budget, in a two or three day timeframe. I recently received an email 'lead' from someone who wanted to do a complete kitchen remodel: New cabinets, granite counter tops, new fixtures and appliances, and new flooring. The budget was $15,000.00. Seriously????
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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