In article ftoTd.9301$7z6.5443@lakeread04, "JackRabbit" wrote:
I agree with the bad layout plan.
Can I run two 12 gauge nm wires through a 3/4" hole ?? This way, I can
backtrack a little and avoid the joist problem.

Yes. Two 12-2 NM cables will fit snugly through a 5/8" hole, and easily
through a 3/4" or larger hole.

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Regards,
Doug Miller (alphageek at milmac dot com)

Nobody ever left footprints in the sands of time by sitting on his butt.
And who wants to leave buttprints in the sands of time?