Detail 'D'
4.
Place reference marks 49" from the peak
of the trusses on both sides. These marks
will be used when installing the first row
of roof sheathing.
5.
Set the front gable as per rear gable.
49"
1.
Layout the truss spacing from the rear of the building as shown below. Measure from the
backside of the 2x4 gable frame when marking the location of the first truss. Continue 24"
spacing to front wall. Important: When marking the opposite wall, place the 'X' mark on
the same side of the line so your trusses are parallel when they are installed.
Detail 'D'
Inside of Building
2x6 Tie Plate
24"
18-1/4"
Measure From Backside of 2x4
Step 17 Set Roof Trusses
3.
Set roof trusses. Secure trusses to metal hangers
with 1-1/2" hanger nails.
2.
Install metal hangers to the tie plate with 1-1/2"
hanger nails . The opening should line up with
the 'X' mark, the bottom of the opening, flush
with the 2x4 tie plate. Detail 'D'.
