
Building Tip: To aid in the assembly of the trusses, temporarily screw 2x4 blocks to
the floor. There are short 2x4s, that may have an angle on one end, supplied in kit.
This will insure that all the trusses are assembled the same.
2x4 Block
2x4-12' Gable Plate
4. Nail the 2x3-32" board where the trusses meet at the top. Secure with a 32" wood gusset.
Apply wood glue between the gusset and 2x4s. Nail gusset using (20) twenty 6d common nails.
5. Turn the truss over and install a gusset to the other side of the truss.
6. Repeat to assemble (6) six more trusses.
32" Top Gusset
1. Framing lumber may be shipped long; cut (2) two 2x4-12' boards to 12' - 0". Position one on
the floor with the narrow edge side down. Use 2x4 blocks to hold the 2x4 plate straight.
2. Position (2) two truss halves (2x4s connected with a metal plate) with the short legs against
the 2x4 Gable Plate : DO NOT attach the Gable Plate to the truss. It is temporarily used to help
hold the 2x4 truss parts in place. It will be attached later when building the roof gables.
3. Secure 2x4 blocks around the perimeter of truss to hold truss parts in place.
Do Not Fasten Truss Legs to the 12' Board
Step 3 Assemble Trusses
32" Long 2x3 Block
Truss Half
Metal Plate
2x4 Block
2x4-12' Gable Plate
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