3.
Install the other 83-3/4" (82-3/8")
long 2x4 over the fillers.
4.
Install another pre-cut 2x4 on top.
5.
Repeat to assemble another beam
support.
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83-3/8" When using
western wall studs.
LAP
Edge
Install Siding
Flush
8.
Square Wall Frame. Install a 4x8 panel with the 'LAP' edge flush with the left wall stud.
9.
Install more 4x8 siding panels.
10. Cut siding from door opening.
5/8" OSB Filler
1.
Cut (2) two pre-cut wall studs to a length of 83-3/4" (83-3/8" if using western
wall studs). Nail one of the 2x4s to a pre-cut wall stud. Use 10d sinkers.
2.
Nail (3) three 3-1/4" x 16" long OSB fillers to the 83-3/4" long 2x4 as shown.
Use 6d common nails.
Pre-cut 2x4
83-3/4" 2x4
Pre-cut 2x4
Step 3
Build Beam Supports
Step 2
Assemble Front Door Wall Continued
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Plate
Siding Flush w/ Opening