FOS REA Building, kit bash and scratch build.

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I then held the new roof in place and drew a line on the inside of the roof and onto the roof panel.

I glued 8X8s inside the lines for roof supports.



Hey, it actually fits as intended!

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I also needed to cut a new roof panel for the loading dock section.



Back in a few, Diet Pepsi time.

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Here is how the gabled end of the main structure looked.



I'm always looking for ways to improve the look of my builds. On this one, I decided to add exterior rafters. I think you'll agree, it changes the entire look!

I stained and weathered 2X6s, measured and cut them to the correct length.



 

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You also want to try to get a nice tight angle fit on the top.



Here is how it should look on the gable end. I added a 2X6 horizontally. You can see this board just above the windows.

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Here is a close up view of the exterior rafter.



I also needed to cut a new roof panel for the enlarged side subassembly.

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It is a little longer and wider. Old one shown on the bottom, new roof panel on top.



I extended the 2X6 horizontal board to the ends of the structure. I added them just below the freeze board.

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I next glued the new roof decking in place and added 2X6s flush with the edge of the roof.




Done for today.

[GPdemayo]

All you need now is a roofing contractor.....

[Bruce Oberleitner]

You also want to try to get a nice tight angle fit on the top.



Here is how it should look on the gable end. I added a 2X6 horizontally. You can see this board just above the windows.

Hi Tom,
Love the tip on cutting the gable roof ends.  I always have problems doing the perfect 45 degree cut and this is so much easier!  Thanks.  Put another Diet Pepsi on my tab....

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All you need now is a roofing contractor.....

Greg,

Yes, I know on such a person.

Tom 

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You also want to try to get a nice tight angle fit on the top.



Here is how it should look on the gable end. I added a 2X6 horizontally. You can see this board just above the windows.

Hi Tom,
Love the tip on cutting the gable roof ends.  I always have problems doing the perfect 45 degree cut and this is so much easier!  Thanks.  Put another Diet Pepsi on my tab....

Cousin Brucie,

Thanks  very much. I need to finish this thread as I've finished the build months ago.

Tom

[GPdemayo]

We await the Big Finish.....

[MartyO]

Tom,

Your builds are always so clean and sharp with excellent detail that stands up to closeup photography. A true sign of a master craftsman.

Great work.