Rafter Hangers

[pete_schweaty]

I used rafter hangers to help me attach to the ridge board. I used the ones that are only about 3 inches long so the bottom 3 inches or so of rafter just sits on theridge board. Do I also need to nail this part of the rafter, or is the hanger sufficient?

 

[firebirdparts]

I am absolutely a nail fan. If you do a good job at the walls, This part of the structure should be without much of a need for them, but I would still use them. I don’t like to toe nail, I would drive from the opposite side of the rafter I am nailing.

 

[mike93lx]

If there is a hole, it needs a nail

Edit, I misread, you are asking about the rafter to the ridge, not in the hanger. Yes I would nail it

 

[pete_schweaty]

I am absolutely a nail fan. If you do a good job at the walls, This part of the structure should be without much of a need for them, but I would still use them. I don’t like to toe nail, I would drive from the opposite side of the rafter I am nailing.

Appreciate the input. The rafters are all hung so toe nails it will be.

 

[Zeke]

You want to nail the bottom so the rafters don't roll or twist.

 

[nadogail]

Don't cheat your project on Fasteners.

 

[Michigan Mike]

You don't need to toenail. Just angle the nail from the opposite side.

 

[pete_schweaty]

You don't need to toenail. Just angle the nail from the opposite side.

What @Zeke is saying is to use a piece of PVC or Trex like material to provide a support under the threshold after installation. And yes they are made that way by design. The doors jamb would typically be set flush with the wall framing, not inset.

Oh, I see. Good advice, thank you.

 

[Renegade1LI]

This is really the hanger to use for that connection.

Galvanized Slopeable Light Rafter U Hanger for 2 in. x 8 in. Nominal Lumber

 

[Youngandfree]

This is really the hanger to use for that connection.

Galvanized Slopeable Light Rafter U Hanger for 2 in. x 8 in. Nominal Lumber

Having the hanger connect to half the height of the board should work right?