Earthquake construction

[HADave]

Thanks Cat, for that link, it also reiterated the lack of concern for corossion when SBX/DOT and Zinc Borate treated lumber is used, of course this was an answer to a question about maintaning a moisture content of 19 % or less.

I recently went through a corrosion experience on my deck's joist hangers and band board flashing The CCA copper/corrosive effect is suppose to be less than that of ACQ but more than SBX/DOT. The deck was 12 years old and the hangers were only showing signs of galv. reaction/rust, never-the-less I replaced them and primed the mating surfaces.
Although Simpson makes no claim as to the effectiveness of sealers It somehow made sense to me especially where it was a deck and exposed to the elements. It also added an extra 24 hours to the project for application and drying time.

With respect to the salt air effect, Is there any evidense that this is as much of a concern the further away from the coast that you go? Also why wouldn't a primer/sealer work in this situation as well and I refer to the strong tie being coated. I realize Simpson can't make comment on this simply because the treatments haven't been around long enough to show evidence of one way or another...

Aloha HADave