What if it Snows?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Dave_in_AZ, Mar 19, 2018.

  1. Opus

    Opus Road Train Member

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    Choice 'B'.......
    Dig a hole, put your post in it and firm/level it up with crushed rock (50lb bags sold at Lowes).
    Hose it down, and reapply.
    Here's the reason why concrete is not a great idea.......
    Concrete tends to make a 'collar' around the post, (4x4 I'm guessing)
    When it rains, water accumulates around the collar and degrades the pole
    Using crushed rock or pea gravel allows the rain to pass through
    And it's just as sturdy as concrete.
    good luck
     
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  3. austinmike

    austinmike Road Train Member

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    Ok so I'm thinking a four (4) dollar bag of concrete is the winner.
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  4. 4mer trucker

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    There's also another type of Post Base that has Threads and U "screw" into the Ground
     
  5. austinmike

    austinmike Road Train Member

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    Dude. I'm not trying to spen a fortune or make an Eagle Scout project out of this. I have a fo by fo sitting in the shop gathering dust so all I need is a fo dolla bag of concrete. Easy greasy Japanesy.
     
  6. Carpenter Scotty

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    I always go with whatever is lying around the shop and can go missing at my house
     
  7. Opus

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    plus you probably don't plan on living there until you're 150
     
  8. austinmike

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    Temp has plummeted to seventy five (75) degrees here in the cabin. Heat must be implemented
     
  9. Carpenter Scotty

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    You already have your bird feeder badge?:D
     
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