you could create your lintel as a separate family, then nest that family
into individual window families. Then link the parameters and the lintel
will flex with the window as the size changes.
"Chris Broda" wrote in message
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> Anyone have a suggestion as to how to add a precast lintel to windows?
>
> I've done it with a door by adding it in the door family , but wanted a
more
> flexible thing for adding to windows no matter what size they are or type
> (casement vs. sliding, etc.). Otherwise I guess I need to construct one
for
> each window family I create. Can this be done as an addition to a wall?
>
> On a side note, any idea why a family parameter that is derived from a
> formula (adding various dimensions detemined by other family parameters),
> does not update in a project when that family is loaded? I have a width
> based on adding door width and frame width and it will not update if I
> change the door width when creating another type. Hmmm.
>
> TIA
>
> Chris Broda
>
>
