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[Gene GeRue <genegerue AT ruralize.com>]

> One method would be to use a couple of 2 bys sistered together set 
> vertical with one end on solid ground and braced to the existing 
> structure.  Hang another couple of 2 bys sistered with one end braced with 
> a rope to a solid anchor and the other bolted to the verticle, leaving a 
> few feet hanging beyond.
>   Use a clevis or chain to hold one end of a block and tackle.  Hook off 
> centered to the beam to be raised then lift one end.  When it is near 
> where you want it then set that end close to where you need it and maybe 
> lash it in place.  Raise the other end, set in place then unlash and do 
> final positioning.  Easier to do than write about.

Yeah, I think I get the picture but it's not clear. Sounds precarious.