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Step 6 – Assemble and Stand the Carport Post and the Rafter
Bolt the Rafter to the carport posts temporarily with the framing bolts supplied, one per column.
Stand post in footing holes if embedded or insert the post over the post sleeve with base plate if not
embedded. Refer to the Engineering Plans for specific footing requirements. Plumb the post and
hold in place with 2 frame screws through the rafter into the post. Adjust and plumb the post as
required. The bolts for this sidewall frame can now be completed and permanently tightened. Refer
Diagram F. Repeat this process to erect the other Rafter.