I don't know of any mechanical fasteners that would allow you to connect the
rafter to the ridge as a straight cut. Also, those hurricane ties are not
meant to replace the birdsmouth cut, they are to keep tension between the
rafter and top plates on the structure in the event of a hurricane or
earthquake, thus keeping the roof system attached to the wall system. I'm
unsure of what you are trying to build here, but cutting the correct angles
for a simple gable type roof is well within the realm of something your
average DIY'er can do. If you are trying to avoid this, try getting a
Swanson speed square with directions, I think you'll find it's not as hard
as it appears.--dave



"Phil" wrote in message
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"Kenneth" wrote in message
...

Howdy,

There is a gadget called a "saddle bracket" (or so I
thought...)

It is a sheet metal assembly that allows the use of "square
end" rafters. Instead of angling then end of the rafter
appropriately, this sheet metal hanger is used.

Snip...

Sincere thanks,

--
Kenneth

If you email... Please remove the "SPAMLESS."


Try this link:

http://www.strongtie.com/

Phil Davis
247PalmBeachRE.com