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• A mating flange: I realized, no way a solid piece will make the bend,...
  • I think you could have done it if you steamed the piece
    • Probably would have been more elegant, but this should work.
      • Well....
      • Strength? I don't solid is stronger?
        • You're an architect; think of hanging one end of a floor, with a 20" span.
          • The span is affected by fastners on "plate" that the deck provides;and where it's attached otherwise
            • The dynamic load of two JRTs, for example.
  • Re: A mating flange: I realized, no way a solid piece will make the bend,...
    • I hadn't, but that's a good idea.