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23.
Finally, attach
Mid Rafters
to
Skybox. There are 8 Mid Rafters and
each is positioned on the edge of the
Skybox. Attach as per other rafters.
22.
Toenail the Center
Rafter to Skybox with a
2 1/2” screw. Rafter will
be flush at the bottom.
Complete all other
Center Rafter/Skybox
attachments.
Important-
Be careful
not to bend or scratch
attached Simpson
Strong Ties.
Toenail
with 2 1/2”
screw
Center Rafter
Center Rafter
Inside
of Skybox
Strong
Tie
Mid Rafter is
positioned
on edge of
Skybox
Mid Rafter
(no cleat)
Mid
Raf
ter
21.
Prior to attaching Center Rafters,
find the Skybox midpoint (18.5” on
center). Secure rafter at midpoint with
2 - 2 1/2” screws from inside of Skybox
into rafter.
MAKE SURE RAFTER IS FLUSH AT
BOTTOM OF SKYBOX.
Skybox Midpoint
2 - 2 1/2”
screws