Wood Gusset with 2x4 Block
Step 1
Assemble Trusses
2x4 Truss Half
Top Gusset
Lower Gusset
2x4-116-1/4" Bottom Cord
1.
Position (2) two truss halves together so that a 116-1/4" long 2x4 bottom cord may be placed
between them.
2.
Hold truss parts in place by temporarily screwing 2x4 blocks to the floor. There are short 2x4
blocks supplied in the kit for this purpose. Use 2-1/2" wood screws.
3.
Secure the tops together with a 22-3/4" long ridge block and wood gusset. Nail the gusset with
(16) sixteen 6d common nails. Space nails evenly.
4.
Secure the truss bottom legs to the bottom cord with wood gussets. Note: You may have to
spread the truss bottom to fit the bottom 2x4. Use 12 nails per gusset. Space nails evenly.
5.
Assemble (5) five more trusses.
6.
Turn trusses over and apply wood gussets to the opposite side.
2x4 Block
2x4 Ridge Block
7.
Assemble another truss without a bottom cord.
Locate wood gussets with a 2x4 block attached
to one side.
8.
Attach this block/gusset to the bottom of each
truss leg. Secure to leg with 6d common nails.
9.
Turn truss over and apply gussets.
Do Not remove blocks from floor until Step 2 is completed.
2x4 Block
Metal Plate
