hbragg
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I am building a monitor style pole barn. I have a question about setting the headers for the shed portions of the barn. The sheds are 12'6" wide and are on a 3/12 pitch. I have noticed several builders put a 2X10 on each side of the post. Is this better than doubling the 2x10s and notching the post. Also the birds notch would have to be 8 1/2 inches to hit both headers. I know this would be quicker, but not sure about stronger. Anyone have any insight on which method is better. Does anyone have any experience using the reservoir type water level. I just built one and noticed sometimes it gets an air buble in it. Any advice would be appreciated.