A
A
B
B
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B
A
Step 4
Install Siding on Gables
1.
Select one of the gable frames, Turn the gable over letting the bottom
plate overhang the floor so the gable lays flat.
Siding Extends 3/4"
Below Bottom Plate
3.
Install siding on the other gable frame.
Install Siding Flush
2.
Install gable siding. The siding should extend 3/4" below the
bottom plate. Tip: use a 1x4 trim board as a gauge. Use 6d galv.
nails across the top of the gable frame and gable studs. Use 8d
galv. nails along the bottom edge.
2.
Install 55-1/2" wall studs (red ends) between the top and bottom plates. Assemble wall frames
with 10d sinkers, two (2) nails at each stud end. Nail both wall frames together. Use 10d sinkers.
3
Repeat to assemble another sidewall frame.
Step 5
Assemble Sidewall Frames
1.
Position (4) four 2x4-68-1/2" boards together and indicate with 'X' marks, where the wall
studs will be located. Mark the ends that will butt together with the letters 'A' and 'B'.
68-1/2" Wall Plate
24"
19-3/4"
24"
23-1/4"
68-1/2" Wall Plate
