When you have a shed where you store large pieces of equipment and bicycles, it is almost essential that you have a ramp to make it easier to take these things out and put them back in. You need to make a shed ramp that is solid and will not shudder as if it is going to fall apart when you drive your riding lawn mower or tractor over it. It is not difficult to make a ramp for your shed, but you do need a circular saw for some of the unusual cuts you may have to make.
The first thing you have to consider is the steepness of the ramp. If you have it too steep this could be a safety issue. Look at the height of your shed from the ground and the number of steps you have there. If it is high, you may have to build a long ramp to decrease the steepness. When the wood gets wet, it also makes the ramp slippery, which is another safety factor you have to consider when you feel that the steepness won't be a problem for you. However, trying to drive a piece of equipment up a slippery ramp could cause it to slip over the side causing damage and possible injuries.
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Because the ramp will be outdoors and exposed to the elements of the weather, you should use pressure treated lumber. The usual pieces of lumber you need are 4X4's 2X4's and plywood as the overall covering. The number of the pieces you need will depend on the size of the ramp. For a ramp 6 feet in width, you will need four pieces of 4 X4. These need to be spaced on the center so that they project away from the ramp. You should notch the ends of the 4X4's with a circular saw so that they can rest on a 2 X 4 that you bolt to the end of the shed. This notch needs to be 1.5 inches deep and about 1 inch high. When you bolt the 2 x 4 to the shed, it should be 2.5 inches lower than the top of the shed floor joists. If you have 3/4 inch flooring on the floor of the shed, this measurement will enable you to line up the ramp with the level of the flooring. Once you have the notches made in the 4 x 4's, you can then lay them in place on the 2 x 4 and nail them into the side of the shed joist using galvanized nails. Now that you have the 2 x 4 and the 4 X4 secured, you can measure the sheet of plywood to cut it to fit the size of the ramp. Nail it to the 4 x 4's so that you have four rows of nails going across the ramp.
The best mails to use are 2.5 inch hot-dipped galvanized nails. Use a nail set to drive the nails into the plywood so that the tires of your equipment won't get punctured when you drive over the ramp. You can paint or stain the plywood so that it matches the color of your shed.
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Makita 5007MGA Magnesium 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Electric Brake Feature
- Quick change from 0° to 45° and back using positive stops that are connected to easy-to-grip-levers
- Electric brake for maximum productivity
- Easy-to-read number and ruler markings on base and depth guide allow user to measure and follow cuts accurately
- Reinforced power cord withstands jobsite abuse
- 1 year warranty
Makita 5007MGA Magnesium 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Electric Brake Overview
Most refined saw with magnesium components for less weight, better balance and jobsite durability. With a proven 15 amp motor this saw is powerful enough to cut through the densest lumber. Two built-in LED lights illuminates the line of cut for increased accurancy. Includes: carbide tipped blade, hex blade wrench, rip fence and tool case.Makita 5007MGA Magnesium 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Electric Brake Specifications
The Makita 7-1/4-Inch Magnesium Circular Saw with Electric Brake features highly durable magnesium components and a powerful 15 AMP Makita-built industrial motor. The 5007MGA seamlessly balances weight, power, durability, and ease of use, making it the most refined circular saw on the market. | ||||
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The 5007MGA features a Makita-built 15 AMP industrial motor that delivers 5,800 RPM, combined with well-balanced magnesium components for a lighter weight saw that delivers true power the professional user demands. The saw has a large cutting capacity (2-1/2 inches at 90°) with a maximum bevel capacity of 56° and positive stops at 22.5° and 45° for quick back-and-forth changes. The 5007MGA includes an electric brake to stop the blade quickly for maximum productivity.
Ergonomic and Ease-of-Use
Features Magnesium components allowed Makita to engineer a saw with less weight (10.1 pounds) that is well-balanced and jobsite tough. Additional design details include greater clearance between the rear handle and the blade case to provide a better grip for larger hands or for users with gloves, as well as a wider space between the blade and housing for a clearer view of the blade and measurement scale. The saw features twin L.E.D. lights for better illumination, as well as ducting designed to blow dust away from the line of cut. Makita also engineered ergonomics and ease-of-use into the saw, including clearly visible depth and bevel markings and ergonomic hand grips to improve overall control while minimizing operator fatigue. The large rubberized levers provide quick, one-handed adjustments for more efficient work.
Includes Ultra-Coated Framing Blade
The 5007MGA includes a Makita 7-1/4-Inch Premium Ultra-Coated Framing Blade with Advance Tooth Design. The "M" shaped tooth design features a two-pointed tip and two 10° bevel faces to maximize cutting performance for a faster, cleaner and longer lasting cut. The carbide tips are specifically set to withstand the harshest conditions such as plowing through nail-embedded wood. The blade is also ultra-coated to reduce heat and pitch build-up for faster, smoother cutting, with special Makita heat vents strategically set to dissipate heat and increase performance. The 5007MGA also include a blade wrench attached to the saw for fast and convenient blade changing.
Engineered for a Range of Applications
The 5007MGA is built for framing walls, floors and roofs using a range of dimensional lumber and dense engineered lumber, including LVL, PSL and I-Joists, headers, and microlams; as well as ripping panels such as plywood, OSB, particle board, and dense structural panels. Other applications include plunge and bevel cutting, as well as masonry and metal cutting. The 5007MGA is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
About Makita's Magnesium Series
Magnesium components are stronger and lighter than conventional materials, resulting in saws that weigh less with improved ergonomic features. There's plenty of power thanks to Makita engineering, and a precision balanced design that delivers clean, accurate cuts.
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
Warranty
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Each Makita tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
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Makita 5007MGA 7-1/4-Inch Magnesium Circular Saw, 24T carbide-tipped framing blade, hex blade wrench, rip fence and tool case.
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