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snapdown91 OP t1_j61tuwo wrote

Reply to comment by Anydudewilltellyou in How can I make this junction box suitable for a ceiling fan? by snapdown91

Would this work if the stud runs directly adjacent to the hole in the ceiling? Or you think I should move the hole?

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Intelligent_Ebb4887 t1_j638x8c wrote

Home Depot sells a few varieties for either floating between joists or butted against a joist. Also make sure you get a retrofit box if you don't have access to replace it from above.

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snapdown91 OP t1_j63jvc2 wrote

I’ve been searching there - is something like this what you mean? Looks like this could work.

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GrimResistance t1_j63w03q wrote

That would be perfect. This type would also work.

Your old box is probably nailed into the ceiling joist, like this box, so expect that it might be a bit difficult to remove. I've sometimes had to use an oscillating tool to chop it to bits in order to remove them before.

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snapdown91 OP t1_j644wdk wrote

Appreciate the reply. I figured so, I’ll have to see what I can do to get access to those nails. Thanks again!

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