Eric Stated:
"First, let me preface this: I do know the difference between a rafter tie and a collar tie. "
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Eric, the difference is that a 'Collar Tie' is installed at the TOP 1/3 of the rafter span between the floor joists and ridge, while the 'Rafter Ties' are installed on the bottom 1/3 between the ridge and ceiling/ floor josts.


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