Siding Extends
3/4" Below Plate
Tip; Lay 2'x4' OSB sheathing under
the studs to prevent gable studs
from being knocked loose when
nailing the siding.
Step 2
Assemble Rear Gable
4.
Screw (3) three 16" long 2x4 blocks
across the bottom of the 2x4 bottom
cord. Use 2-1/2" screws.
LAP
5.
Turn the gable over. Install the siding extending 3/4" below the bottom 2x4.
Use 6d galv. nails. Space 12" apart.
34-1/4" Long Gable Stud
21-1/2" Long Gable Stud
35-3/4" Long Center Stud
1.
Place (2) two 47" long and 38" long 2x4 gable rafters, packed in extension kit, in the truss
jig and secure with 1"x4" drive-on plates. Toenail a ridge block at the ridge.
2.
Secure 2x4 gable studs to the truss with (10) ten 1"x4" metal plates.
3.
Install wood gusset to bottom of truss and the ridge.
1"x4" Drive-on Plate
38" Long Gable Rafter
47 Long Gable Rafter
1"x4" Drive-
on Plate
1"x4" Drive-
on Plate
Wood Gusset