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TIE DOWN ENGINEERING • 255 Villanova Drive SW • Atlanta, GA 30336 www.tiedown.com (404) 344-0000 Fax (404) 349-0401 Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems by TIE DOWN ENGINEERING Installation Instructions For Wind Zone I, II& III Version 8/19/2008 Approval 081908,D1030 Section Page Release Number Date General Installation 2 8/19/2008 High Pier Sets 3 8/19/2008 Pitch Slopes 4 8/19/2008 Parts List 5-6 8/19/2008 Ground Instructions 7-8 8/19/2008 Metal Pier & V-Drive Installation 9 8/19/2008 Concrete Installation Instructions 10-12 8/19/2008 Asphalt Installation Instructions 13 8/19/2008 Single Section Home, Wind Zone I 14 8/19/2008 Double Section Home, Wind Zone I 15 8/19/2008 Triple Section Home, Wind Zone I 16 8/19/2008 High Pier Sets for Double Section, Wind Zone I 17 8/19/2008 Single Section Home, Wind Zone II 18 8/19/2008 Double Section Home, Wind Zone II 19 8/19/2008 Triple Section Home, Wind Zone II 20 8/19/2008 Single Section Home, Wind Zone III 21 8/19/2008 Double Section Home, Wind Zone III 22 8/19/2008 Triple Section Home, Wind Zone III 23 8/19/2008 NOTE: To inquire about the use of the Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems with homes of four or more sections, other widths, or on homes requiring pier heights which are not included in these instructions, contact Tie Down Engineering, Inc. at 1-800-241-1806.

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Page 1: Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems081308,D973 Unit Width Max. Max. Pier Height Sidewall Max. Unit Length for Number of Vector Systems Each Section 2 3 4 5 6 136 32" 96" 28' 41' 55

TIE DOWN ENGINEERING • 255 Villanova Drive SW • Atlanta, GA 30336www.tiedown.com (404) 344-0000 Fax (404) 349-0401

Vector DynamicsFoundation Systemsby TIE DOWN ENGINEERING

Installation InstructionsFor Wind Zone I, II& III Version 8/19/2008

Approval

08

190

8,D

1030

Section Page Release Number DateGeneral Installation 2 8/19/2008High Pier Sets 3 8/19/2008Pitch Slopes 4 8/19/2008Parts List 5-6 8/19/2008Ground Instructions 7-8 8/19/2008Metal Pier & V-Drive Installation 9 8/19/2008Concrete Installation Instructions 10-12 8/19/2008Asphalt Installation Instructions 13 8/19/2008Single Section Home, Wind Zone I 14 8/19/2008Double Section Home, Wind Zone I 15 8/19/2008Triple Section Home, Wind Zone I 16 8/19/2008High Pier Sets for Double Section, Wind Zone I 17 8/19/2008Single Section Home, Wind Zone II 18 8/19/2008Double Section Home, Wind Zone II 19 8/19/2008Triple Section Home, Wind Zone II 20 8/19/2008Single Section Home, Wind Zone III 21 8/19/2008Double Section Home, Wind Zone III 22 8/19/2008Triple Section Home, Wind Zone III 23 8/19/2008

NOTE:To inquire about the use of the Vector Dynamics Foundation Systemswith homes of four or more sections, other widths, or on homesrequiring pier heights which are not included in these instructions,contact Tie Down Engineering, Inc. at 1-800-241-1806.

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IntroductionThese instructions describe the proper use of the lateral and longitudinal foundation system. You may also refer to the home manufacturer’s installation manuals that include the Vector Dynamics system as an alternate foundation system.

GeneralThe Vector Dynamics Foundation System resists lateral & longitudinal wind loads by anchoring the two longitudinalmain rails. The system is approved to be used on single or multi section homes: • Nominally12feetto16feetwide-(singlesection)withmainrailspacingof95inchesorgreateroncenter; multi section main rail spacing of 75 inches or greater on center. • Nominal8footorlesstopplateheightatsidewallswithmainraildepthof12”orless. • Maximumroofslopeof20degrees(4.4”in12”slope). • Additionalsystemsmaybeneededforroofslopesgreaterthan20degrees,4.37”in12”pitch.Seepage4. • Maximumeaveswidth(roofoverhangofsidewall)of12”forZoneI,8”forZoneIIand6”forZoneIII.

TheVectorDynamicsFoundationSystemhasnotbeendesignedforuseonexposure“D”homeswithin1500feetofthecoastline. Additional vertical anchor ties that are unique to a home’s design may be required by the home manufacturer. These locations may include shear walls, marriage line ridge beam support posts, end frame ties and rim plates.

GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Site PreparationIt is necessary that the home site be properly graded and sloped to prevent water and moisture from standing or flowing beneath the home.

Footings and Frost LinesTheVectorDynamicsFoundationSystemwasdesignedtobeplaceddirectlyontopoftheground(orpouredconcrete)after clearing all loose vegetation. In areas with frost heave, use Vector for Poured Concrete and check with local requirements for footer depth.

Foundation/Footing Specification for Vector PadsVector Pads are used in place of conventional foundation pads. Vector pad sizes provide two or three square feet of bearing support. Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrically as possible along the length of the home. For pier locations in between the Vector Systems, use the normal foundation pads.

Compression StrutTocutlumber(2-2x4’sor1-4x4perVectorsystem)forthecentercompressionsection,whenusingconcrete blocksforpiers,measurecentertocenterframe(I-beam)distanceandsubtract16”.3-1/2”or4”nominalschedule40PVC pipe meeting ASTM D1784 or Tie Down’s steel compression struts may be substituted for lumber as the center compression strut under certain conditions described above. Pipe adapter bracket, part #59281 must be used with PVC pipe simultaneously with the Inside Tie Brackets. The pipe adapter bracket is used on top of the pipe and under the Inside Tie Bracket.

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50 in. max.

Figure 1

50 in. max.

24”

26” Maximum

Unequal Pier Heights

Homeswithunequalpierheightsarelimitedto50”maximumpierheight.Thedifferencebetweenthetallerpierandtheshorterpiercannotexceed26”.

Figure 2

Maximum Pier Height

Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems may be used on single section homes in Wind Zone I which require pier heights(fromsurfaceofVectorpadstotopofconcreteormetalpier)nottoexceed50inchesunderoneorbothmainrail(s).NotethatagroundanchormustbeusedateachVectorsystemlocationwherethepierheightexceeds24inchesforsinglesectionhomes.Onmulti-sectionhomesinWindZoneI,ananchormustbeusedateachVectorSystemlocationwithpierheightsabove46”withthefollowingexception:doublesectionhomesthatare24’wide,inWindZoneI,haveamaximumpierheightwithoutanchorsof38”.Seepage16fordoublesection home high pier set instructions.

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08

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8,D

973

Unit Width

Max. Pier

Height

Max. Sidewall Height

Max. Unit Length for Number of Vector Systems

2 3 4 5 6 136 32" 96" 28' 41' 55' 69' 80' 1 142 36" 96" 28' 42' 56' 70' 80' 1 156 44" 96" 28' 43' 58' 72' 80' 1 164 56" 96" 27' 40' 54' 68' 80' 1 176 56" 96" 28' 42' 56' 70' 80' 1 180 56" 96" 28' 42' 56' 70' 80' 1 186 56" 96" 28' 42' 56' 70' 80' 2

2 3 4 5 6136 32" 96" 25' 38' 50' 62' 76' 1142 36" 96" 25' 38' 50' 63' 76' 1156 44" 96" 25' 38' 50' 64' 76' 1164 44" 96" 26' 40' 53' 66' 80' 1176 52" 96" 26' 38' 52' 64' 76' 2180 52" 96" 26' 38' 52' 64' 76' 2186 56" 96" 25' 38' 51' 64' 76' 2

2 3 4 5 6136 28" 96" 24' 36' 48' 60' 72' 1142 28" 96" 25' 38' 50' 63' 76' 1156 36" 96" 25' 38' 50' 62' 75' 1164 36" 96" 26' 38' 52' 64' 76' 1176 40" 96" 26' 38' 51' 64' 76' 2180 40" 96" 26' 38' 51' 64' 76' 2186 40" 96" 26' 38' 51' 64' 76' 2

99 1/2" I-Beam Spacing (Maximum)Diagonal Tie Anchor Spacing = 12'-0" O/CMaximum Roof Slope = 5/12

99 1/2" I-Beam Spacing (Maximum)Diagonal Tie Anchor Spacing = 12'-0" O/CMaximum Roof Slope = 6/12

99 1/2" I-Beam Spacing (Maximum)Diagonal Tie Anchor Spacing = 12'-0" O/CMaximum Roof Slope = 7/12

Pier Height

Double Section Home

Vector SystemDiagonal Tiesw/Stabilizing Plates

I-Beam Spacing

Vector Dynamics System

Pitch Slopes for Wind Zone I

Vector LSD Systems Each Section

UnitWidth

Max.Pier

Height

Max.SidewallHeight

Max. Unit Length forNumber of Vector Systems

UnitWidth

Max.Pier

Height

Max.SidewallHeight

Max. Unit Length forNumber of Vector Systems

VectorLSD SystemsEach Section

VectorLSD SystemsEach Section

Federal Manufactured Home Construction & Safety Standards

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Vector DynamicsFoundation SystemsComponent Parts List

Vector System 2000Part # 59018Single piece pads with strapsand slotted bolts

Concrete Vector SystemPart # 59036Single piece pads withswivel straps and slotted bolts

Concrete Vector SystemPart # 59049Double block pads withswivel straps and slotted bolts

Longitudinal StabilizationHardware Kit for ConcretePart # 59023(forusewith59036&59049)

Longitudinal StabilizationHardware Kit for Single PansPart # 10733(forusewith#59018)

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Longitudinal Hardware KitPart#59026(forusewith59271)

Vector Lateral Hardware KitPart # 59024(forusewith59271)

Struts for Longitudinal SystemsPartNo.StrutLength PierHeight59016 30” upto2Blocks59012 39” upto3Blocks59013 44” upto4Blocks59014 53” upto5Blocks59015 65” upto6Blocks

Orthese products available

at your local hardware store

Center Compression Strut#48612-SingleSection62”-108”#48613 - Double Section,34”-60”Or

these products availableat your local hardware store

Center Compression Strut#48612-SingleSection62”-108”#48613 - Double Section,34”-60”

Orthese products available

at your local hardware store

Center Compression Strut#48612-SingleSection62”-108”#48613 - Double Section,34”-60”

Orthese products available

at your local hardware store

#48612 - Single Section 62” - 108”#48613 - Double Section, 34” - 60”

Center Compression Strut

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Orthese products available

at your local hardware store

Center Compression Strut#48612-SingleSection62”-108”#48613 - Double Section,34”-60”

Vector 2000 3 Sq. Ft. PadPart # 59271(fordoubleblocklongitudinal)1 required with 59026 Longitudinal System2 required with 59024 Lateral System

Vector 2000 3 Sq. Ft. PadPart # 59276 for doubleblock sets with strap and hardware.

3/4"

17/32"

from end

Strut

orSwivel StrapConnection

Frame TieConnection

Struts can be cutto any size needed

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A

C

B

Long U-Bolts

#59018System

#10733 Hardware

Tie Bracket

Beam Clamp

Longitudinal Strut Longitudinal Bracket

Vector 2 sq. ft.Pad for singlelongitudinal set

Outside Tension Bracket

Compression Member

Set-Up Instructions forVector Ground System

1. Set Vector PadsClear all vegetation where pads will rest. Place a long U-bolt in pad as shown. Attach longitudinal bracket to pan. Press or hammer pad into the ground.

2. Set Block or piers on padsCenter support blocks or piers on pads. Place metal strut between blocks, resting on pads, centers between U-bolts as shown.

3. Outside Tension BracketAttach outside tension bracket as shown tooutside of pads.

4. Inside brackets & strapsAttach the inside tie brackets to the U-bolts over the compression member. Place strap protector over I-beam and bend into place. Attach a strap w/hook orswivel strap w/nut & bolt. Place other end of the strap over opposite I-beam & down to outside tension brack-et. Cut strap 12 - 15 inches past bracket. Attach strap & slotted bolt in bracket. Tighten strap until tight with 4-5 wraps around bolt. Repeat with opposite strap.

5. LongitudinalInstall beam clamp to I-beam and attach longitudinal strut to pan using nuts and bolts provided. Pull beam clamp outward to remove any slack and tighten all nuts and bolts.

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I-Beam

Beam Clap

Strut

3 Sq. Ft Vector Padfor Double Block Set

Longitudinal Bracket

AB

D

C

Outside TensionBracket:

Set-Up Instructions forDouble Stack Vector Ground Systems

with Longitudinal Combo

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For metal piers, place the piers in the center of the Vector pads. Setthesingle4x4ortwo2x4’sthroughthepiers,centeredintheU-bolts,sothattheboard(s)overhangsthepierbaseoneachsidebyabout2”.OutsideTensionbracketsattachthesame,Insidetiebracketsmount“upsidedown”asshownindrawing.Metalpiersusing the Vector Ground System can only be used on level ground sets. Concrete pad sets would be set normal.

Conventional pier adjusters must be placed under beam with upturned edge directed towards the outside of the home.

Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers’ installation instructions and/or state requirements.

Tocutlumber(2-2x4’sor1-4x4per,or1adjustablesteelcompressionmember)forthecentercompressionsection,whenusingMETALPIERSTANDS,measurecentertocenterframedistanceandadd16”.OptionalMoistureTermiteShieldmayberequiredincertainregions.ALLWOODMUSTBEPRESSURETREATED,GROUNDCONTACTRATED.

Tip: Pre-cut your lumber and mark as to brand or model of homes you will be installing. If frame widths are the same, the pre-cut boards will also be the same length in each Vector set-up.

Metal Pier Ground Set Foundations

V-Drive Systemfor Rocky Soil Conditions

V-Drive anchors are used only in Zone I, single section homes in areas where rocky soilconditionsdonotallowhelixstyleanchors to be installed.

Vector Systems are set following thegeneral set up instructions provided. With theV-Driveanchor,theshort2x4boardsusedwiththeoutsidetensionbracketsarediscarded.Inplaceoftheshort2x4’s,alonger2x4isusedasperthediagramabove.This2x4boardshouldextendfromthebaseoftheVectorpiersetto5inchesfromthesidewallof the home.

Place the V-Drive head over the end of the longer board. Using a heavy hammer or electric hammer gun, drive thethreeV-DriveanchorrodsthroughtheV-Driveheadsatanangleofapproximately45degreesunderthehome.The rods must come to a complete stop on the V-Drive head. Attach a strap with hook, buckle or swivel to the frame and attach to the V-Drive head with a slotted bolt. Cut the strap end about 12 to 15 inches past the anchor head to allow at least four or five wraps around the slotted bolt. Continue tightening strap until all slack is out and strap is tight.

V-Drive Anchors are used only inZone I, for Single Section Homes

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Vector Dynamics Systemfor Concrete ApplicationsInstructions (1 of 3)

The Vector system for concrete pads applies to concrete footers, runners and slabs. Minimum sizeof concrete per Vector pier is 24” x 24” x 4” or 18” round (min) x 10” deep. The bottom offooters must be below the frost line or a minimum of 4” below finished grade whichever is greater. Concrete must be cured sufficiently to prevent spalling at anchors and allow proper installation. Refer also to ACI-308 standards.

1. Determine location of pier sets where the Vector systems will be located.2. PlaceoneVectorconcretepad(galv.metal)ontheconcretewherethepierwillbelocated,centered under the I-beam of the home. Place the upturned edge towards the center of the home and directed to the opposite Vector pier. Do the same for the opposite Vector pier.3. Measure the distance between the two Vector system pads at the base where the Vector pad meets theconcrete.Cuttwogroundtreated2x4’sorSchedule40PVCpipe,oradjuststeelcompression member, to this length and place between the piers as shown.4. Placealongu-boltunderthe2x4’sandthroughtheholesoftheVectorpadasshown.5. Place the concrete pier blocks on the Vector pad. Center the blocks under the frame. The upturned edge end of the Vector pads should be up against the inside of the pier blocks.6. Build vector piers but do not wedge at this time.7. Using a concrete drill bit, drill two holes on each side into the concrete using the holes in the Vector padasaguide.Drillthe3/8”diameterholes3inchesdeep.8. Place an outside tension bracket on the Vector pad as shown in Illustration one. Line up the holes in the bracket, Vector pad and concrete pad.

Vector padfor

concrete

Tension Bracketfor Longitudinal

Strut

OutsideTensionBracket

Concretefooter

Illustration Oneof a Single SectionSet-Up

WedgeBolt

Wood Capand wedge

Inside of home

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9. Putawasherandnutononeofthe3/8”x3-3/4”wedgeanchors.Thenutshouldbescrewedon enough to have 1 or 2 threads showing on the top of the bolt. Place the wedge end of the bolt into one of the holes, going through the outside tension bracket, metal Vector pad and into the concrete.10. Usingahammer,tapthewedgeboltintothehole.Maximumheightforexpansionboltabove concreteis2”.11. Repeat for the other hole in the outside tension bracket and the two holes on the other Vector system pier set.12. Place an inside tie bracket over the u-bolt so that the lip of the bracket is between the Vector plate andconcreteblocks.PlacewashersandnutsoneachU-bolt.Donottightenyet(seeillustrationtwo). If adding longitudinal stabilization, drill the two holes on the side using the pad as a guide. Insert wedge anchors using the same method as 8-11.13. Install strap protectors over I-beam and bend into place. Attach a hook or swivel strap to the inside tie bracket, with sufficient length to go over strap protector on opposite I-beam and down the outsideofthepiertotensionbracket,plus12inchesforwrappingbolt.(Ifusinghook,place hookunderneaththeinsidetiebracketflatagainstthecompressionboard)repeatforoppositeside.14. Tighten inside u-bolts at this time. 15. Use the outside tension brackets to remove any space between the outside tension brackets, concrete blocks and the inside edge of the Vector pad, by tapping the brackets with a hammer. Wedge the pier set at this time.16. Usinga9/16”socketwrench,tightenallofthewedge/anchorbolts,securingtheoutsidetension bracket and Vector pad to the concrete. 17. Using a slotted bolt in the outside tension brackets, insert strap through slotted bolt with end of strap aligned with outside edge of bolt. Turn slotted bolt until straps are tight using at least 4 to 5 turns on the slotted bolts.

Vector Dynamics Systemfor Concrete Applications Instructions (2 of 3)

Vector Padfor Concrete

CompressionBoards,

PVC Pipe orSteel Strut

ConcreteFooter

InsideTie Bracket

U-bolt

Illustration Two

Inside of home

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Vector Dynamics Systemfor Concrete ApplicationsInstructions (3 of 3)

Single Longitudinal System#59036

Double Longitudinal System#59046

18. InstalllongitudinalframebracketstoI-beam(donottighten).19. Attach longitudinal strut to frame bracket and vector pad.20. Pull frame bracket clamps with fastened strut outward to remove any slack.21. Tighten all nuts and bolts on struts and beam clamps.

3/4"

17/32"

from end

Strut

orSwivel StrapConnection

Frame TieConnection

Struts can be cutto any size needed

3/4"

17/32"

from end

Strut

orSwivel StrapConnection

Frame TieConnection

Struts can be cutto any size needed

3/4"

17/32"

from end

Strut

orSwivel StrapConnection

Frame TieConnection

Struts can be cutto any size needed

3/4"

17/32"

from end

Strut

orSwivel StrapConnection

Frame TieConnection

Struts can be cutto any size needed

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Asphalt Installations

These instructions are for portable classrooms, offices or other structures using I-beam frames. Read and follow all applicable manufacturers standard set up instructions. Minimum depth of asphalt is 2 inches with suitable base material compacted under asphalt.

1. TheAsphaltKitisusedincombinationwiththeVectorConcreteKits59036and59049.Theexpansionbolts provided in these kits are not used. Assemble the asphalt bracket as shown in figure 1, using the carriage boltsandhexnutsprovided.Theheadswillbeontheunderside(flat)oftheVectorpad.Theasphaltbracket will be positioned between the Vector pad and the tension bracket. Repeat for second pad.2. Determine location for piers and place-assembled pad on asphalt, centered under the beam with upturned edge facing to the inside. Place second pad under opposite beam, parallel with first pad. Stack concrete blocks against up turned lip on pads and wedge at this time.3. UsingtheAsphaltbracketasaguide,drillthree5/8”holesintheasphaltata45-degreeangleunderpier. Using a sledgehammer or electric hammer drill, drive rods supplied through the bracket and into the asphalt, leavingoneinchofrodabovethebracket.Repeatforsecondpad(seefigure2)4. Measure the distance between the two Vector system pads at the base where the pad meets the asphalt. Cut twogroundedtreated2x4’sora4x4thislengthandplacebetweenthepiersasshownonpage11.Placea longu-boltunderthe2x4’sandthroughtheholesintheupturnededgeofVectorpad.Beforesecuringwith nutsprovided,place1/2”x1”carriageboltthroughsquareholeinupturnededgeofVectorpad.Thecarriage bolt will be installed with the head of the bolt under the upturned edge with threads showing upward. (Seefigure2,Page11)5. Attachswivelstrapto1/2”boltandsecurewithnut.Strapshouldbeofsufficientlengthtogooveropposite I-beamanddowntotensionbracketwith12–15inchesextra(seefigure.2)6. Insert slotted bolt in tension bracket. Cut strap so there is 12-15 inches available. Insert strap in bolt so that itisflushwiththeoppositesideofbolt.Tightenfourorfiveturnsuntilstrapistight.Secureboltandrepeat for other side.

Figure 1

Figure 2

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Example of a Single Section 14' x 72' Home

WIND ZONE I for Single Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required: 30"with2-4"helixanchors(#59095)&12"StabilizerPlates(#59292) with 1-1/4" Frame Ties

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required 24+” Piers Longitudinal Required Per Side Up To 24” Pier Systems* (LSD)

0 to 72’ 3 2 3 1(2Struts)

73’ to 90’ 4 3 4 1(2Struts)

Vector Systems

Longitudinal(LSD)

Longitudinal(LSD)

Anchors & Stabilizers

Wind Zone I

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

* One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

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Example of a Double Section 28' x 72' Home

Vector System

Longitudinal (LSD)

Longitudinal (LSD)

Vector Systems Vector System

Wind Zone I

WIND ZONE I for Double Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required: None(*Marriagewall and sheer wall anchors may be required byhomemanufacturer)

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side Systems1 (LSD)

0 to 48’ 2 0* 1(2Struts)

49’ to 71’ 3 0* 1(2Struts)

72’ to 84’ 4 0* 1(2Struts)

85’ to 90’ 5 0* 1(2Struts)

NOTES:*Noanchorsrequiredforpierheightsupto46” for 28’-36’ wide,38” for 24’ wide. When a pier height at the Vector location is exceeded, an anchor must be installed outside that location, and 1 longitudinal Vector System added per house.

Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

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Example of a Triple Section 32' x 72' Home

WIND ZONE I for Triple Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required*: None(*Marriagewall and sheer wall anchors may be required by home manufacturer.)

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side System1 (LSD)

0 to 48' 2 + 2 on Tag 0* 2(4Struts)

49' to 71' 3 + 2 on Tag 0* 2(4Struts)

72' to 84' 4 + 2 on Tag 0* 2(4Struts)

85' to 90' 5 + 2 on Tag 0* 2(4Struts)

NOTES:*When a pier height at Vectorlocationsexceeds46”, an anchor must be used on the outside wall/beam at thatapproximatelocation.Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Vector Systems

LSD

LSD LSD

LSD

Tag or Full Triple

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Example of a Double Section 28' x 72' Home

WIND ZONE I for Double Section Homes (High Pier Sets)Using Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required: 30"with2-4"helixanchors(#59095),12"StabilizerPlates(#59292) & 1-1/4" frame tie with connector

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side System (LSD)*

0 to 48' 2 2 2(4Struts)

49' to 71' 3 3 2(4Struts)

72' to 84' 4 4 2(4Struts)

85' to 90' 5 5 2(4Struts)

NOTES:Pier height is measured from top of the Vector Pad to the bottom of the I-beam. Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrically as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

* One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Vector System

LSD LSD

Vector System

Anchors &Stabilizer Plates

Unit WidthSee belowchart

I-BeamSpacing

45˚Min.

156”156”156”164”164”164”

180”Min180”Min180”Min140”Min140”Min140”Min

82.5”95.5”99.5”82.5”95.5”99.5”82.5”95.5”99.5”82.5”95.5”99.5”

88”70”65”98”81”76”

119”101”96”66”48”43”

86”69”64”96”80”74”117”100”95”64”47”42”

85”68”63”95”78.5”73”115”99”94”64”47”42”

Wall Height & Trib

Max. Pier Height

7.0’Trib=19’

7.5’Trib=18’

8.0’Trib=17’

UnitWidth

W

I-BeamSpacing

IBS

Wind Zone I

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Example of a Single Section 14' x 72' Home

WIND ZONE II for Single Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required: 30"with2-4"helixanchors(#59095)with1-1/4"Vertical Ties

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side - 6” Eave over 6” Eave Systems* (LSD) 0 to 48’ 4 4 5 2(4Struts) 49’ to 60’ 5 5 6 2(4Struts) 61’ to 72’ 6 6 7 2(4Struts) 73’ to 84’ 7 7 8 2(4Struts) 85’ to 90’ 8 8 9 2(4Struts)

VectorSystems

Longitudinal(LSD)

Longitudinal(LSD)

Anchors

VectorSystems

Wind Zone II

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible alongthe length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

* One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

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Example of a Double Section 28' x 72' Home

Longitudinal (LSD)

Longitudinal (LSD)

Vector Systems

Anchors

Wind Zone II

WIND ZONE II for Double Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side Systems1 (LSD) 0 to 48’ 4 4 2(4Struts) 49’ to 60’ 5 5 2(4Struts) 61’ to 72’ 6 6 2(4Struts) 73’ to 84’ 7 7 2(4Struts) 85’ to 90’ 8 8 2(4Struts)

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required: 30"with2-4"helixanchors(#59095)with1-1/4"Vertical Ties

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Example of a Triple Section 32' x 72' Home

WIND ZONE II for Triple Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required*: 30”with2-4”helixanchors(#59095)with1-1/4” vertical ties (*Marriagewall and sheer wall anchors may be required by home manufacturer.)

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side System1 (LSD)

0 to 48' 2 + 2 on Tag 4 3(6Struts) 49' to 60' 3 + 2 on Tag 5 3(6Struts) 61' to 72' 4 + 2 on Tag 6 3(6Struts) 73' to 84' 5 + 2 on Tag 7 3(6Struts) 85’ to 90’ 5 + 2 on Tag 8 3(6Struts)

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Vector Systems

LSD

LSD LSD

LSD

LSD

Tag or Full Triple

Vertical Anchors

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Example of a Single Section 14' x 62' Home

WIND ZONE III for Single Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required: 30"with2-4"helixanchors(#59095)with1-1/4"verticalties

VectorSystems

Longitudinal(LSD)

Longitudinal(LSD)

Anchors

Wind Zone III

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible alongthe length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side Systems1 (LSD) 0 to 54’ 6 6 2(4Struts) 55’ to 63’ 7 7 2(4Struts) 64’ to 72’ 8 8 2(4Struts) 73’ to 90’ 9 9 2(4Struts)

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Example of a Double Section 28' x 62' Home

Longitudinal (LSD)

Longitudinal (LSD)

Vector Systems

Anchors

Wind Zone III

WIND ZONE III for Double Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side Systems1 (LSD) 0 to 54’ 6 6 2(4Struts) 55’ to 63’ 7 7 2(4Struts) 64’ to 72’ 8 8 2(4Struts) 73’ to 90’ 9 9 2(4Struts)

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required*: 30"with2-4"helixanchors(#59095)with1-1/4"Vertical Ties (*Marriagewall and sheer wall anchors may be required byhomemanufacturer)

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Example of a Triple Section 32' x 72' Home

WIND ZONE III for Triple Section HomesUsing Vector Dynamics Foundation Systems

Soil Classifications: 2, 3, 4A & 4BSoil Bearing Capacity: 1,000 PSF MinimumAnchors Required*: 30”with2-4”helixanchors(#59095)with1-1/4” vertical ties (*Marriagewall and sheer wall anchors may be required by home manufacturer.)

Home Length Vector Systems Anchors Required Longitudinal Required Per Side System1 (LSD)

0 to 48' 3 + 2 on Tag 5 3(6Struts)

49' to 60' 4 + 2 on Tag 6 3(6Struts)

61' to 72' 5 + 2 on Tag 7 3(6Struts)

73' to 84' 6 + 2 on Tag 8 3(6Struts)

85’ to 90’ 7 + 2 on Tag 9 3(6Struts)

NOTES:Vector Systems should be spaced as symmetrical as possible along the length of the home. Pier spacing must be consistent with home manufacturers instruction and/or state requirements.

Maximumallowable working load for metal strut: 3150 lbs.

1 One Longitudinal Vector System is made up of 2 struts, which can be used separately.

Vector Systems

LSD

LSD LSD

LSD

LSD

Tag or Full Triple

Vertical Anchors

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