Step 12A
Install Trusses
Step 11
Install 2x4 Truss Headers
1.
Place a 72" long 2x4 on top of the siding on the front wall. It will butt against the siding on
the roof gable. Nail this 2x4 to the 2x4 tie plate with 10d sinkers.
2x4-72" Board
Roof Gable
Front Wall Siding
2.
Install a 48” long 2x4 next.
3.
Cut to fit a 72" long 2x4 to finish
against gable.
4.
Repeat to install 2x4 on the back wall.
1.
Starting from left end wall install the first truss measuring 21-3/4" from the face of the 2x4 on
back gable and the face of 2x4 truss. Secure the trusses using 2-1/2" screws and 10d sinkers,
See Detail 'A' on next page.
2.
Install the remaining trusses 24” on center, see detail below.
24"
21-3/4"
24"
2x4 Truss Header
Front Wall
End Wall
