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Malco FCMS 5-Inch to 8-Inch Exposure Facing Gauge and Overlap Gauge Set
"MALCO PRODUCTS, INC. " SIDING TOOLUse while working across the width of the plank assures greater accuracy of the desired exposure and guards against sagging May also be used in combination with the Malco overlap gauge to prop up one end of the plank for one-person application More accurate and easier to use than home-made wood "preacher" blocks Adjustable for precise 5", 6", 7", or 8" exposures Gauging block easily snaps in to desired exposure position without use of tools or fasteners Easily held with one hand while steadying new plank for nailing May be used with Overlap Gauge for 1-person application Manufactured of tough, long-lasting, weather-resistant nylon material throughout Carded
The Malco FCMS Facing Gauge and Overlap Gauge Set offers two popular tools for fiber cement siding -- a facing gauge and an overlap gauge. The fiber cement facing gauge is used to accurately measure the exposure of the siding and guard against sagging, it can be set to exposures of 5, 6, 7, and 8 inches. This facing gauge is easily adjusted without the need of tools or fasteners, and it can be held with one hand when steadying a new plank for nailing. The facing gauge is made of tough, long-lasting, weather-resistant nylon. The metal overlap gauge is used to support one end of a plank and give it the proper overlap, a pair of overlap gauges can be used to support the entire plank if desired. This overlap gauge can be removed without damage to the siding. When used in combination, the facing gauge and overlap gauge allow you to prop up one end of the plank for easy and accurate 1-person installation of fiber cement siding.
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Malco FCMS 5-Inch to 8-Inch Exposure Facing Gauge and Overlap Gauge Set Reviews
Remove the hanger from the first end after you set the nail and remove the second hanger BEFORE you set the nail on that end. This product works great. It works like a champ. Use the hangers to hold the plank in place. (You can remove the first one before nailing too if you want to). Check it every 5 rows or so and sneak it back in if you have to. Use the guide to adjust it for the desired spacing. Several people had negative things to say about these tools.
If they would think about what they were saying before making a statement they would realize that the answer is right in front of them. If you were careful then it should be consistent regardless of the tolerance of the planks. If you set the first line properly the entire wall should fall into place. Simply nail one end while using the height guide to get it exact and then do the other end.
I ended up using a plain old box cutter and speed square to score and snap. As a side note, when I started the siding, I used a table-saw with a fiber-cement blade to rip and a B&D 18V cordless skillsaw for crosscuts. Even though he uses three guys to install siding (two on scaffolding to install, one to cut) he was going to buy a set for those rare occasions when one of his guys didn't make it in. The red plastic face gauge is ok for short runs but I would probably want something a little more accurate for long runs. Especially the metal overlap guage set. I bought these to help me with a garage that I was building, for the most part, by myself.
For a novice, these were a life-saver. (Three passes front and back) Worked like a charm, even for angle cuts. Even with the special blade, the dust and fiber-cement particles were a MAJOR issue. My neighbor, who is a home builder, saw me using them and came over to find out what I was using.
The facing and overlap gauge set I purchased was as explained and worked fairly well. The facing gauge was a little difficult to remove but it was helpful as a second hand.
These two tools are a must have. 1200 square feet of Hardi Plank siding (5 inch exposure) by myself.
This tool is an absolute lifesaver. I HIGHLY recomend this product. I was able to quickly AND accurately install (80) 12' pieces of siding with NO HELP.
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