in a 2x6 you can drill a hole up to 7/8" in the center of the stud
but not more than 2 consecutive studs.
but you can not drill a hole through a header.
you are better off drilling down into the bottom plate and back up in a
different bay.


"MartyZ" wrote in message
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|I need to run wiring for my home entertainment setup thru an exterior
wall.
| This is obviously a load bearing wall and I assume that it's 2x6
beams, I
| am not sure what the code is in NJ. This is the first floor of a two
| story house and I wood need to drill holes in approximately 3 beems to
go
| accross a four foot span. I would appreciate any advice on if I can
drill
| or notch the beams and to what extent. Also these beams are above a
| window, so I would also have a header beam to contend with. I
appreciate
| all advice.
|
| Thanks;
| Marty