Description
- Allows easy repair of rotted or damaged 4×4 wood posts installed in concrete or dirt
- Reinforces weakened wood posts without having to replace the post or the concrete
- Sold individually; use in pairs
- Approved for installation with the Strong-Drive SD Connector screw
- Made from 12-gauge steel
| Model Number | FPBM44E |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Simpson Strong-Tie |
| Set Name | E-Z Mender 4×4 Post Repair Bracket Set (2 Pack) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FPBM44E |
| Unit Count | 2 Count |
| Item Depth | 4 inches |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Mounting Type | Pole Mount |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Black powder coat |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Finish Type | Black powder coat |
Your Guide to Installing E-Z Products with Confidence
Make post repair and reinforcement easy and economical.
E-Z Spike Installation
- Secure the E-Z Spike 29 inches deep.
- Drive spike base into the ground using a short block. (Be sure to use a block smaller than the actual posts.)
- For best results, turn the block every few strikes. Take care to install spike base plumb.
- Attach post to spike base using four ¼” x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws or four #10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screws.
E-Z Mender Installation
For Dirt:
- Drive the E-Z Mender 11 inches down.
- Remove dirt and debris from around the existing post.
Drive mender plate down along the post between the post and the dirt.- Repeat on opposite side of the post.
- Attach to post using six #9 x 1 ½” or six #10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screw.
- Fill the hole around the post with concrete.
E-Z Mender Installation
For Concrete:
- Drive the E-Z Mender 11 inches down.
- Remove dirt and debris from around the existing post.
- Drive mender plate down along the post, wedging it between the post and the concrete. Repeat on the opposite side of the post.
- Attach to post using six #9 x 1 ½” or six #10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screw.
E-Z Base Installation
- Attach base to concrete using four ½”-diameter anchors (screws and anchors not supplied).
- Fasten post in base using eight #9 x 1 ½” or eight 10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screws.
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