I'd say pull off the pieces at each corner, square up the framing
and replace the sheathing with construction grade 3/4" plywood.
This will add some rigidity to the framing, hopefully preventing it
from leaning in the future.
Jim
Currently working on my family room. It's down to the studs and
trusses. Building out the walls to 2x6 and adding a boatload of
insulation. Now if I only had more time....
Phil Ethier wrote:
> The garage was built in 1972 as far as we can tell. The sheathing
> was this black stuff which I don't have a name for. It is not outstandingly
> strong. The
> garage has picked up a lean over time. I have put up some diagonal cables
> and
> turnbuckles across the back and front to straighten the garage.
>
> Unfortunately, the sheathing which has had 26 years to deform is not being
> too
> cooperative about coming back. Anybody ever deal with this black stuff?
>
> Phil Ethier Saint Paul Minnesota USA
> pethier@isd.net http://www.visi.com/mac/
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