Only option 4 gives post proper bearing capacity. 1st 3 options are nothing more than a 6 x 6 sitting on dirt along with inevitable failure from rot. Cant believe a professional engineer would approve option 3 .
matthunting, you are correct in your observation that option number three as shown in the video does not offer the proper bearing capacity. If you look however at the engineered drawing in the video closely you will see that the drawing calls for the post to be elevated up so as to give the bearing capacity you were referring to. The cutaway display for reference may not have properly illustrated that. Quick on your feet sir, great observation. Kudos!
It blows my mind that anyone would use anything except wet set brackets and would still bury a post below grade level.
I’ve got a 40 year old house on a post foundation as described in your video. Your “10 year lifespan if you are lucky” is a bit off.
Only option 4 gives post proper bearing capacity. 1st 3 options are nothing more than a 6 x 6 sitting on dirt along with inevitable failure from rot. Cant believe a professional engineer would approve option 3 .
matthunting, you are correct in your observation that option number three as shown in the video does not offer the proper bearing capacity. If you look however at the engineered drawing in the video closely you will see that the drawing calls for the post to be elevated up so as to give the bearing capacity you were referring to. The cutaway display for reference may not have properly illustrated that. Quick on your feet sir, great observation. Kudos!
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I came to write the same comment. I would love for Jackson Steel to explain this.
You took the words right outta my mouth. Happy Hunting 😁