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54.
Installing Soffits prior to completing Facia and Roof Panels makes for an easier installation.
Rafter location may vary slightly so Soffits will have to be measured and cut to size. Locate
Front Wall
Soffits
(2 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 39”). Place between Front Hip and Front Mid Rafters,
measure, mark and cut Soffit so when sitting flush against Top Wall Plate, it will be tight against both
rafters.
55.
Align Soffit tight to rafter.
Important:
Soffit should not ride above Rafter or will impede with
correct Roof Panel alignment later. When aligned properly, attach Front Wall Soffit to Top Wall Plate
with
4 - 1 1/4” Screws.
tight
Flush to top of
rafter but not
above.
56.
Complete attachment of remaining Front Wall Soffit. Locate 12 Side and Rear Soffits (28” Long).
Follow
Step 54
to measure and cut to fit, to complete Soffit Section. Use
2 - 1 1/4” Screws
for shorter
Soffits.
Cut Soffit
