Description
- QUICK FENCE POST REPAIR: This E-Z Mender bracket is engineered to reinforce and repair rotted or damaged 4×4 wood fence posts set in concrete or soil, allowing you to restore stability and strength without removing the post or replacing the existing footing.
- REINFORCES WEAKENED WOOD POSTS: Installed in pairs on opposite sides of a weakened post, this heavy-gauge steel plate strengthens structural integrity and helps resist everyday loads that cause leaning, wobbling, or failure over time.
- APPROVED FASTENER INSTALLATION: Designed for installation with Strong-Drive SD connector screws or HDG nails (screws recommended), the E-Z Mender secures to the post quickly and reliably, making it a practical solution for fence restoration projects.
- DURABLE STEEL & POWDER COATING: Made from 12-gauge steel with a black powder-coated finish, this bracket offers long-lasting corrosion resistance while providing a clean, decorative look where the repair hardware remains visible after installation.
- SIMPSON STRONG-TIE RELIABILITY: At Simpson Strong-Tie, our mission is to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. As a pioneer in the building industry, we have an unmatched passion for problem solving through skillful engineering and thoughtful innovation.
| Size Name | 6 Pack |
|---|---|
| Item Dimensions | 2.1 x 3.82 x 28 inches |
| Number of Pieces | 6 |
| Color | Black |
| Material Type | 12 gauge |
| Finish Types | Black powder coat |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 10707392248702 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Number Of Items | 6 |
| Set Name | 12-Gauge Steel Mender Plate Set (6 Pack) |
| Manufacturer | Simpson Strong-Tie |
| Included Components | 6ct, Simpson Strong-Tie FPBM44E-6PK – Black Powder-Coated 12ga E-Z Mender for 4X4 Post |
| Model | FPBM44E-6 |
| Part Number | FPBM44E-6 |
| Warranty Description | 12 months |
| Size | 6 Pack |
| Material | 12 gauge |
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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