Alternate Metal post anchors

[mjhenks]

What are your thoughts on Using Simpson Strong Ties as fence anchors. Want to install a 42" picket fence (72" between posts) using there LCB posts and rotate them 90 degrees each post to maximize the strength. I also want to space the post 1" above ground to minimize rot. I would use bolts to fasten the post to the anchor.

Thanks for the input.

 

[Deluks]

Can you not get metposts in the US? As these are designed for the application you describe.

 

[mjhenks]

Yes, you can get these but they are more expensive then what you can get at from Simpson Strong Tie. ($8 vrs $17 ea) Seams like the only real differance is that these support the post on all 4 sides where the Simpson tie is only on two sides.

 

[randomthinking]

Yes, you can get these but they are more expensive then what you can get at from Simpson Strong Tie. ($8 vrs $17 ea) Seams like the only real differance is that these support the post on all 4 sides where the Simpson tie is only on two sides.

mjhenks: can you share where these (Metpost Bold Down) can be found in the US (Seattle)?

Thanks much in advance - Steve

 

[jmfraz]

I'm not sure why ground spikes are not as readily available in the US as the UK. I have also been looking for some. I just saw some on eBay
http://cgi.ebay.com/24-METPOST-SUPP...ryZ20505QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

If that link doesn't translate, try item # 330068865844

I also saw that 84 Lumber carries the StrongTie version of ground spike, so if you have that store in your area it might be worth a look.

Good Luck