DanG...I agree this should be done slowly over time, and yes there are a
few load barring walls involed that will have to adjust to the
change....actually the whole house needs adjusting.
I have a photo of ithe house at my yahoo 360 site....just scroll down
about half way and click (enlarge) the pic if you have time.
I think this house is older than 1958, but on the bright side I just
added vinyl siding....just need to fix the floor.

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