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STEP 10
Nesting Box Assemble
10.1 Using 1 1/2 " x 2 1/2 " material, assemble the frame for the nesting boxes using the illustration
below as a guide. Make sure to take note of the 9 degree slope needed for the roof of the nesting boxes.
10.2 Cover the top and bottom of the nesting boxes with 9/16" plywood and secure with 2" wood screws.
10.3 Prepare and install starter courcer from the pressure-treated lumber with cross section 1/4" x 3/4".
Prepare the 1/2" x 6" wood siding boards in the required amount according to the drawing. Cut the shield's
top part according to the angle of rafter slope. Assemble siding shields with 2" galvanized nails to the
frame beams.
10.4 Prepare wall's trims from the boards with a cross-section of 3/4" x 1"; 3/4" x 2 1/2"; 3/4" x 3".
Cut the boards at the required angles along the siding contour for the framing.
10.5 Assemble the door frame using 1 1/2 " x 2 1/2 " material according to the illustration.
10.6 Install two 3" door hinges using 6x1" wood screws. Finish the door installation by attaching
4" surface bolt and 6" door pull.
10.7 Cover the roof of the nesting boxes with corrugated roof panels and secure with 1 1/2 " sheet metal
screws and neoprene washers.
10.8 Install nest box assembles with the help of two corner braces and 8x1" wood screws.
Connect the box frame and coop's frame by 5" wood screws.
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