I bought this post and intend to use a 4 by 4 wood post in cement as the anchor. The internal dimensions of this post is 4" by 4". But when you talk about a 4" by 4" lumber, the dimensions are only 3.5" by 3.5". So this post will not fit tightly over a...
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The nominal dimensions of the 4x4 shouldn't be an issue. The important consideration is the plumb of the post. Insure that the 4x is straight and then mount your post over it butting two adjacent sides; secure with screws. I hope this helps.
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You would need to cut down a standard 4 x 4 to the dimensions of 2.75" x 2.75" in order to "sleeve" these picket corners over a post: This is my third such corner, and the previous two have stood up to northern Minnesota winters for nearly 15 years now, without shifting noticeably....
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I don't think it will fit. My posts are exactly 4" and the fitting is very snug.
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I found that 4x4 vinyl post where larger then wood post and these plastic light fix 4x4 wood post only sorry
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Just under 4" ... About 3-7/8". It will just fit a standard 2x4 construction wall with 1/2" Sheetrock. I had no problem but I do wish I had 2x6 construction because there would be less concern on the back side of the wall if ever someone wanted to hang a picture or something. I hope this helps.
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I don't know the size of pvc post. It is fit 4x4 post which has the actual size about 3-5/8x3-5/8
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If you have four hard points to mount brackets too (i.e. house, trees, etc.) than you can use things like this to anchor to. However if you need to use posts than I would defintly recommend using at least 3 feet deep of concrete. There is going to be a lot of tension on the posts especially in windy conditions so concrete is very essential to keep the posts from losening up and pulling out of the ground.
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It has to be installed over an existing post secured in the ground. They recomend a 4x4 but I had a 3 inch round aluminum pole set in concrete so I made wooden adapter brackets so the post thought it was going over a 4x4. Pictures available on request.
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Hi W. Gawronski, No it will not fit a 4.25x4.25 post without modification to the post. I had to modify my 4x4 post to get my light to fit. I believe the light measures 3.75x3.75 and these are tight measurements. Good luck!!!!!!Mark CoxInnovative HVAC Systems, Inc.
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If the post vinyl dimension is same as the wooden 4x4 it will fit. Its a perfect fit for 4x4 wooden fence post.
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No these will not fit on PVC/vinyl posts only 4x4 wood posts. I had to return them because of this.
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You may have to put a small notch in the corners, but a 4'X4' will fit easily. I have three of these, and have had no problems at all. Great product.
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I anchored mine for that exact reason. Lots of wind in stl. I was able to anchor to the house using chain and eye bolts into a 2x10 and I had 6x6 wood posts set in cement off the corners 9 ft high. I did that for other reasons but it works great. I would recommend anchoring all 4 corners in some way. Great product, btw
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These are 5 1/2" long and the V is 2" and 2". These would be a little too long for a 4X4 post, I believe.
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Hi! I'm sure that size will fit on this post. My mailbox is 20" x 12" x 7 1/4 and it fits fine. Of course the neighbor hit the new post and mailbox..the post cover had no damage but the 4x4 needs to be replaced! He couldn't have hit the 25 year old box right??? More damage to his car than my mailbox and post!!!
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I installed this lamp post over a pressure treated 4x4 that was set in concrete. You can install over an existing lamp post. Hope this helps
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The ID of the composite post holder is exactly 3-1/2", so the post has be to just a little less to fit. I found round-corner 4X4s at Home Depot that fit perfectly. The longest length of railing depends on the size, density and quality of the wood used. I found a thrown-away pine bed side frame. It is a 1x4-1/2 and has a 1x1 attached to catch the box mattress. When flipped upside down, it becomes a perfect handle (imagine an upside-down L). The railing is cut flush with the posts and it 5' long and with posts on the bottom and top step, works for 4 steps. I could easily have taken it two or three more steps without worry. The ID of the composite post holder is exactly 3-1/2", so the post has be to just a little less to fit. I found round-corner 4X4s at Home Depot that fit perfectly. The longest length of railing depends on the size, density and quality of the wood used. I found a thrown-away pine bed side frame. It is a 1x4-1/2 and has a 1x1 attached to catch the box mattress. When flipped upside down, it becomes a perfect handle (imagine an upside-down L). The railing is cut flush with the posts and it 5' long and with posts on the bottom and top step, works for 4 steps. I could easily have taken it... » Read More The ID of the composite post holder is exactly 3-1/2", so the post has be to just a little less to fit. I found round-corner 4X4s at Home Depot that fit perfectly. The longest length of railing depends on the size, density and quality of the wood used. I found a thrown-away pine bed side frame. It is a 1x4-1/2 and has a 1x1 attached to catch the box mattress. When flipped upside down, it becomes a perfect handle (imagine an upside-down L). The railing is cut flush with the posts and it 5' long and with posts on the bottom and top step, works for 4 steps. I could easily have taken it two or three more steps without worry. « Show Less