Yes, generally the vent space is an inch on both sides, and
you don't want to limit that by restricting the opening space
from the roof peak.

Jeff Cochran wrote in message
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On 02 Nov 2003 17:15:47 GMT, (Randd01) wrote:

Yes one inch is more then enough!!!!!

He may be talking 3" total, or 1.5" on each side. Last ridge vent I
installed recommended a 1.5" opening on each side.

Jeff