52.
Attach Rafters in porch area into Top Plate of
porch with 1 - 2 1/2” screw per Rafter. Once again,
measure 91” from inside of wall plate to wall plate
for correct Rafter alignment prior to attaching. Drill
pilot holes in rafters on angle first to prevent
splitting and then screw down.
54.
Slide gusset up, use level to square gusset and attach to rafters with 4 - 1 1/2” screws. Complete
remaining Gusset. Locate
Simpson Strong Ties
with 22 degree angles (8) . Place underneath Rafter,
flush against wall plate. Attach Tie with 4 - 1 1/4” screws to secure.
91” across
55.
Complete attaching remaining
Simpson Strong Ties to Top Wall
framing and underside of the rafters.
There are 4 Ties per side.
53.
Roof Gussets
are positioned on middle
rafters. Prior to attaching
,
make sure walls are
properly aligned. Have two helpers push walls at
the top from the outside of shed until inside to
inside measurement between front and rear plates
is 91”.
2 Gussets
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