Got it, I was having a moment's doubt, but the structure's lateral support is sound. The rollover may be an issue that I need to add blocking for. The only design elements that are keeping the rafter from rolling other than the through-rafter-screw is a 2x6 fascia (18" from the connection point)...
phamENG The porch roof is connected to the home on two sides by 2x10 ledger boards (90 degree corner of the house) which we're relying on to anchor the structure's lateral loads. I haven't questioned the lateral resistance because of this, is this a reasonable assumption? Rafters at 16" OC...
What are your thoughts on screwing through a 2x8 rafter (bird mouth notched) on edge vertically down the entire length with a 3/16" pilot hole, 10" structural screw? Top down to connect to header, beam or top plate? Will this connection weaken the strength of the rafter? I'm using FastenMaster...
