replace 2x6 jams around garage

06-17-2010, 01:05 PM	#1
Tom241953 Newbie   Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	replace 2x6 jams around garage I want to replace the 3 pieces of 2x6 jams around my garage. The 2 side pieces look easy to pull out but I'm wondering about the top 2x6 jam attached to the bottom header. Is that ok to replace with concerns of the header coming down? The jams are rotted.. TIA, Tom

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06-17-2010, 01:13 PM	#2
canadaclub Handyman   Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oakville, Ont, Canada Posts: 782	replace 2x6 jams around garage Yes, its ok to remove that but you may want to use a reciprocating saw with a metal blade to cut through the nails...lots easier than prying.

06-21-2010, 06:38 AM	#3
Tom241953 Newbie   Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	replace 2x6 jams around garage Thanks canadaclub.. Jams came out easily using the reciprocating saw..

06-21-2010, 10:26 PM	#4
Gary in WA Moderator   Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 8,786	replace 2x6 jams around garage Don't forget to replace the head flashing, if rusted through.... Be safe, Gary __________________ Clothes taking longer to dry? Clean the dryer screen in HOT water if using fabric softener sheets. They leave a residue that impedes air-flow, costing you money. Clean the ducting in the last six months? 17,000 dryer fires annually!

06-22-2010, 06:35 AM	#5
Tom241953 Newbie   Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	replace 2x6 jams around garage thanks Gary for pointing that out. head flashing was in good shape. no rust. Have a great day. Tom