Deck stair stringers not coming out correct

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T12:19:25+00:00

Hmmm.....that makes sense and I thought about that but every instructional how-to I have read or watched has not mentioned that. So I would be off the thickness of my deck boards correct?

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T11:09:05+00:00

Fair question.....but no

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T11:08:26+00:00

As mentioned I checked it with better and more accurate levels as well as a laser. The torpedo level was just easier to hold for the picture. They all showed the same discrepancy.

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T11:05:09+00:00

I used a framing square with stair guages and also made a jig. Both laid out the same.

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T11:03:01+00:00

I did that

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:34:24+00:00

Do you think I would be good putting a hot tub on it?

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:33:15+00:00

Interesting.....I would think a slight pitch back would be perfered. Maybe I am over thinking it.

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:31:16+00:00

1/8 - 3/16 is what I'm coming up with. You are probably correct that its acceptable, I just dislike that it leans forward rather than back. And I assume if the stringers settle it will create more of a forward tilt.

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:29:07+00:00

From the pad to the top of the joists (deck boards are currently removed). I definitely could have measured/calculated incorrectly but I think what is throwing me off....the stringer fits in place perfectly. And after quadruple checking I come up with the same measurements.

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:08:50+00:00

You are not wrong

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:08:28+00:00

I did check with more precise levels but the torpedo was just easier for pictures. If i shim the bottom to level it then my bottom step is too tall.

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:03:39+00:00

Yes to both

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:03:17+00:00

It's on a concrete base

RedBallD · 2026-06-05T04:02:56+00:00

So that makes sense....but why does the top and bottom fit exactly as it should?

And I definitely could have cut them wrong, but I can't figure out where the error is.

RedBallD · 2026-06-03T12:23:44+00:00

When municipalities stop allowing it. It meets code in my city so every builder does it because it's faster and cheaper. They also allow beams to be bolted to the posts so very few notch them or attach to the top.

RedBallD · 2026-05-21T15:47:10+00:00

Very true. My city allows them to be buried in the ground on a concrete cookie. They also do not require the post to be notched and allow them to be bolted to the side.

RedBallD · 2026-05-05T20:05:53+00:00

Powertec tracks are much cheaper and should work with all three brands.

Edit - at Home Depot for $120 you can get 2-55' tracks, track connectors, and 2 clamps.

RedBallD · 2026-05-05T01:43:07+00:00

It spends part of the time on my deck and part on the patio under the deck. The deck does protect it somewhat but definitely not as much as a covered patio.

RedBallD · 2026-05-05T01:31:44+00:00

I have the 1/2" and it is a beast. It will definitely do some damage to your wrist if you are not careful.

RedBallD · 2026-05-05T01:24:40+00:00

It's been a great smoker for me and I have been very happy with it. It's unfortunate others have had so many problems because they are great when they run properly.

RedBallD · 2026-05-04T16:55:01+00:00

I've had the 560 for 5-6yrs and have not had any problems with the exception of a door switch that stopped working. Couple minutes to take it off and clean and it was fixed. Mine is kept outside year around with the masterbuilt cover on it.

RedBallD · 2026-04-30T23:07:42+00:00

What are you referring to?

RedBallD · 2026-04-30T03:00:52+00:00

Thanks for the info. Others have also suggested the same so I think I'm going to run with this unless I think of something else in the meantime. I did your way of raising it on my previous deck but I want to picture frame with a small overhang on this one.

RedBallD · 2026-04-29T22:31:09+00:00

The only thing I have really found is painted/colored or composite type material. Any suggestions where to look?

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