just a FYI thread on my upcoming upgrade/downgrade.

[mark]

I'm with powerboy, seems rather unsized if only 2"x6". Is it short spans?

If the basement ceiling is finished, to check the depth of the joists, just drill a small hole (1/8") either on the main floor (in a closet) or in the basement ceiling. Use something like a piece of coat hanger the measure the depth. If it's a 2"x6" you'll have some work to do.