1.
Install a 6' long 2x4 board as a tie plate over the side wall plate. Use 10d sinkers.
2.
Install a 7' long 2x4 and cut another 7' long 2x4 to finish.
3.
Repeat to install tie plates on the opposite side wall.
Rear Gable
2x4 -6' Tie Plate
2x4 -7' Tie Plate
1x4 Trim
Bottom Edge of
Gable Siding
1.
Install the rear gable on the rear wall. The
siding on the gable must extend over the
1x4 trim board. See detail. Nail the gable to
the 2x4 wall plate with 10d sinkers.
2.
Install gable on front wall.
Step 10
Install Roof Gables
WARNING: The roof gables are
heavy and awkward. You'll need
helpers to lift and set gables in place.
Step 11
Install 2x4 Tie Plates on Side Walls
