Toe nailing advice

[Jupiter01]

I think that’s the term for this type of fixing?
I always opt to screw through the end when I can but that wasn’t possible for this.

I predrilled the cls for these screws and wanted to check if this looks correct? It’s a 80mm screw. I usually whack two on one side and one on the opposite side. I could go deeper with the impact driver but thought it would crack the timber. Can I get some advice on this please.

Thanks for your help

 

[DAZB]

Wouldn't hurt to go a little deeper, just so the countersink is snug in the timber as the more surface area in contact with the wood, the firmer the grip.

 

[Jupiter01]

I can try but fear that it will split the wood.

 

[DAZB]

There is a fine line between just enough and too much and it is just down to practice. If you set your clutch on a cordless drill you can get it right.

 

[Jupiter01]

If you set your clutch on a cordless drill you can get it right.

I have a Makita impact driver. How do I do the above with that?

 

[DAZB]

If you only have an impact driver then put it on the lowest speed and take it slow and steady, you will soon pick it up.

 

[Jupiter01]

If you only have an impact driver then put it on the lowest speed and take it slow and steady, you will soon pick it up.

Aah, I have a makita drill driver too. What torque should I set this at?

 

[DAZB]

Start at about 6 or 7 and give it a go driving a screw on a scrap piece of timber and if it still overdrives then adjust it down to suit. You are aiming for the drill to stop itself from overdriving and the clutch will engage accordingley ( you will hear the noise ). It is easy to alter it and you will find a setting that works best for your job.

 

[big-all]

general comments
measure the unthread bit to the head [i assume about 30mm]
so when the the threaded bit is clear off the timber it will stop jacking up the timber and fully pull home so aim for 5-10mm less than unthreaded section to get good grip so on a 30mm unthreaded the head will be 20-25mm from the joining timber

try and avoid excessive splitting but not to the extent the timber hasnt pulled tight and will float rather than grip

you also say an 80mm screw in general too long for i assume into 45mm as the threaded bit will still be in the timber whilst 80s are correct for into the end 70s may be better for scew screwing but others may have other thoughts

 

[Deluks]

Nails woulda been quicker/cheaper/more fun!

 

[Munroast]

Nails woulda been quicker/cheaper/more fun!

and better - drill a hole for the nail and spray the nails will oil, better stronger joint and less faff