Originally Posted by LinfieldPA
WOW nm! Thanks for the VERY fast response!
Just so I'm clear with all of that: What is shown in the pic should be sufficient even without the additional 2x10 added to the existing rim joist, UNLESS interior cracks have appeared indicating that the single rim joist was not adequately supporting the load? Single-sheet horizontal sheetrock spanning the entire window span would help to prevent cracks due to minor shifting? Is that pretty much correct? Sorry if I'm dense, it's Monday!
Thanks again,
Brian