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(104) Repeat with other window
openings.
(106) Align the rafters, then as-
semble each rafter by attaching
one gusset to each side of the raf-
ters as shown, using a total of ten
2” nails per gusset.
(105) Fasten a block to the wall
and space it 135” from the gable
wall, then lay out the rafter pieces
and the gussets.
(110) Screw rafter to top plate,
using a 3” screw, making sure rafter
is flush with the wall siding. Repeat
for opposite end of rafter.
(111) Repeat these steps for the
other gable rafter.
(112) Install the rest of the rafters,
24” on center, or in every dado
groove on the top plate. Repeat, till
all rafters are installed.
(107) Note: Assemble two raf-
ters, using only one rafter gusset,
The remaining rafters, assem-
bled using two rafter gussets.
(108) Begin with end rafter keep-
ing single gusset facing to interior
of shed as shown.
Important: One person needs to
hold the rafter while another
person fastens it.
(109) Align rafter flush with edge
of soffit, then screw soffit to rafter,
using 2” screws. Repeat for oppo-
site end of rafter.
Assemble Rafters
Install Rafters