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SETTING LINE POSTS AND RAILS4
INSTALLING PICKETS5
Figure 4
Figure 6
Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 5
STEP 1
If post spacing is less than 8' on center, cut a piece from the end of the top
and bottom rails to achieve the desired length.
The length of the top and bottom rails should be 1/2" less than the center-to-
center measurement of the posts.
STEP 2
Using the Legend notching tool, notch both ends of the bottom rail with one
or two notches on each side (Fig. 4). Hold the rail and the tool steady while
notching, avoid twisting the tool.
STEP 3
Starting at a terminal post, slide the metal insert into the bottom rail (Fig. 5).
If the rail is going into a post that will be filled with concrete (refer to
section 6, ‘FILLING POST WITH RE-BAR & CONCRETE’), seal the end
of the rail with duct tape to prevent concrete from flowing into it (Fig. 6).
STEP 4
Slide the rail into the bottom hole in the post (Fig. 7).
Proceeding down the fence line, place the next post into the next hole and
insert the bottom rail into the post.
STEP 5
Fill the post hole with concrete.
Check to make sure that the post is set at the correct height, is plumb and
level and square to the fence line. Block and support as necessary to keep the
posts stable as installation continues.
Repeat these steps until all posts are set with the bottom rails
and inserts installed.
Duct Tape
STEP 1
Center the U-channels on the post, between the bottom rail and the hole for
the top rail with the flat side of the channels against the posts (you can insert
an un-notched top rail to serve as a guide, if necessary).
Drill pilot holes and secure the channels to the posts using the #8 x 3/4”
stainless steel screws supplied (Fig. 8).
STEP 2
Notch all remaining rails.
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