Step 12 Layout Roof Trusses & Install Soffit Blocks
1.
Starting on back corner measure from the backside of the 2x4 gable frame when marking
the location of the first truss. Continue 24" spacing to other gable. Important: When marking
the opposite wall, place the 'X' mark on the same side of the line so your trusses are parallel
when they are installed.
2.
Install metal hangers to the tie plate with 1-1/2" hanger nails . The opening should line up
with the 'X' mark, the bottom of the opening, flush with the 2x4 tie plate. Detail 'D'.
24"
19"
Measure from
Backside of 2x4
Detail 'D'
2x4 Tie Plate
3.
Set roof trusses. Secure trusses to metal hangers with 1-1/2" hanger nails.
2x4 Block with
Gable Frame
Inside of Building
2x4 Block
4.
Gather (18) eighteen short 2x4
blocks and install one at both ends
of each truss. Secure 2x4 blocks
to the soffit panel using (2) two
1-1/2" long exterior screws.
5.
Gather (4) four more 2x4 blocks.
Install one 2x4 block at each end
of the soffit, flush with the 2x4
gable frame.
