5.
Install a 67-1/2" door header between
the front wall frames on top of header
supports. Secure with 10d sinkers.
6.
Cut a 72" long 2x4 to 64-1/2" and install
over the door header. Nail through studs
with 10d sinkers.
2x4 Wall Brace
Step 5B
Set Walls Continued
67-1/2" Door Header
64-1/2" Wall Plate
3.
Install front wall frames between the end walls.
4.
Temporarily install (2) two 2x4-72" boards at both sides of the door opening to hold the wall
straight. These boards will be used later for tie plates.
2x4 Wall Brace