1x4 Trim
Step 13
Layout Roof Trusses
Step 14 Set Rear Gable
1.
Install gable on the back wall. Secure
bottom of gable by nailing gable
blocks to wall plate.
2.
Nail the bottom edge of the siding
into the 1x4 trim. Use 8d galv. nails.
Important: Bottom edge of gable
siding extends over 1x4 trim
1.
Measuring from back wall. Draw a line
where the trusses will be positioned.
Mark an 'X' to the side of this line.
2.
From the first line, draw more lines
24" apart and put an 'X' to the side of
these lines. This will place the trusses
24" on center.
3.
When installing trusses, position the
wood gusset on the line.
24"
22-3/8"
Back Wall
Important: When installing trusses
place the gusset on the line.
When marking the wall plates, place
the 'x' on the correct side of the lines
to keep the trusses parallel.
24"
Measure from outside of 1x4 Trim
