Figure 18.—Rafters in position and temporary lashings:

a, left rafter showing points marked off where 8 pieces of bark touch: 1, rafter; 2, temporary struts (te'e) of two long poles on either side to relieve weight on rafter join and maintain approximate position; 3, two horizontal battens (talava) about 2 inches wide and 1 inch thick, tied to the under surface of rafters about 10 inches from either side of ridgepole; 4, wall plate in position on rafter; b, temporary lashing, working hank slipped through circumferential turn to hold lashing and left hanging for later permanent lashing: 1, rafter; 4, wall plate; c, working hank tied with running noose to a marked spot on rafter.