After years of watching people remove and discard asbestos siding or completely destroy it by putting vinyl over it, I think there's a better idea. After a lot of research I decided to order a Senco 651ss staple gun and a box of 1-1/2" zinc plated staples. I went ahead and got started. I even did my channels J, F and angles! The staples fit perfectly Don't yell at me I know how sideways, bondage picture on test pattern.. 2 SQ down yesterday No time for a flat tire!That's definitely the answer, it can be done without cracking the main clapboards!