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Originally Posted by dad911
The OSB doesn't move. Much more stable than the studs it's attached to. New construction with bearing walls, even with the KD Dry studs we use, the studs and joists shrink a little. So it's gapped about 1/8 (10d nail) If the OSB was tight on a bearing wall, new construction, it could be a problem.
If your framing is older, it's settled out and dry, likely would not be a problem.
If it's new, I'd leave a 1/4 to 3/8 gap top and bottom and cover it with a little trim.
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The garage is a few years old, so not sure if that is considered older. Is the gap on the bottom of the wall all that matters, or should I leave one all around each board?