How to select replacement part? Lifetime apparently makes lots of different backboard replacement parts & they don't all have the same mounting system - how can I know whether my existing in-ground pole (which the previous owners installed) will accept this particular backboard & rim? How to select replacement part? Lifetime apparently makes lots of different backboard replacement parts & they don't all have the same mounting system - how can I know whether my existing... » Read More How to select replacement part? Lifetime apparently makes lots of different backboard replacement parts & they don't all have the same mounting system - how can I know whether my existing in-ground pole (which the previous owners installed) will accept this particular backboard & rim? « Show Less
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If your pole is a 3.5" round or 4" square, you can get a life time bracket to fit your pole. I just went through all that with my existing pole. My pole was 4.5" and the clamps that came with only fit a 3.5 in pole...so we had to find bigger clamps which once we did it all worked perfectly. Good luck.
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Too bad no one can answer Ken's question.After a decade of service, my family & I and the local weather just managed to break a Lifetime backboard & hoop connected to a pole and base designed to stand up on or near a driveway. The pole is fine, and years ago I spent hours filling the base with sand to withstand the local winds and basketball fans, which it still does most of the time.Too bad I can't buy a replacement backboard and hoop guaranteed to fit my existing base and pole... especially since it is all... gasp... apparently Made in America!
1007607
I think it is something you should call the manufacturer about. Sometimes it is something they can just send you, but they should have the part as a replacement part to sell and I bet they have been asked this question before.
2051608
According to one parts source "Notes: The letter at the end of the part number is the manufacturers revision number, the higher letter is a newer improved board." It seems reasonable that it's just a newer manufacturer's lot and should work fine.Note: I am a consumer also. If the connections don't look correct when you compare boards... Use your head, and be safe.
538312
Good afternoon,I would submit that it is cheaper and my economical to just order the replacement Backboard and Rim.I shopped around and after looking at prices and wear and tear it was the right decision.I don't believe there is an alternative in replacing U-Bolts.
1892777
Start by researching the refrigerator make and model # parts. That's how I found the shelf for my refrigerator. The results will show actual pictures and descriptions of the different replacement parts making it easy to select what you need for your particular appliance. I've used this approach successfully many times over the years for many different appliances.
149589
I'm not sure. My suggestion would be when in doubt put the question to Google. It was how I found my replacement board info first then I looked up that part number on Amazon after I had the answer. Just a thought.
292766
Measure the inserts you currently have. Then compare it to measurements previously posted regarding this same item. Look under "Customer Questions and Answers" for this product. For what it is worth, to my knowledge there are no other replacement inserts available.
192994
I had the same problem last summer. The rim broke after 1 year. I couldn't find a replacement one anywhere on line. I ended up just using a rim from an old backboard that the kids never used. My husband had to drill some new holes in the cool jam backboard for the rim to fit but it was a quick and easy job. The new rim is much stronger than the original one and is holding up much better when the kids hang on it.
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if you go to S.R. Smith and use the board to stand guide it will list which product fits which stand. I also found this guide or a link to it on some of the pool suppliers that carry/represent S R Smith products. My specific stand needed a board with holes 12" apart and the replacement board by S R Smith was pre-drilled, came with new mounting hardware, and replaced my old board perfectly. My general impression was that it was all about which stand you have and which boards fit that exact stand. Once you get that figured out you're golden.
2166976
Included with the instructions, there is contact info for replacement parts. If I remember correctly, it specifically states not to return the item to the store where you purchased the product, but to contact the company for replacement parts.
190816
Here is the manufacturer's replacement parts information - i don't think you can purchase it on Amazon - but if you click the part (remember the #) it takes you to a page you can order from: http://planetarydesign.com/replacement-parts/ - seems you could also email sales@planertarydesign.com
538313
Good afternoon, I would submit that it is cheaper and my economical to just order the replacement Backboard and Rim. I shopped around and after looking at prices and wear and tear it was the right decision. I don't believe there is an alternative in replacing U-Bolts.
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Yes there is multiple revisions. You must buy the proper one. Only way to find out which you need is to take it apart and look
892938
Oh gosh, sorry, I really don't know if you can buy a part replacement...but it seems very sturdy and I pretty much use it everyday and so far nothing has broken etc. - another customer has helpfully provided an 800 number below so I hope that helps you.
2154782
Ours did not come with a mounting kit.We were replacing an old broken backboard to fiit our pole .it was recommend ed that I buy the mounting kit. If you are replacing a broken backboard I suggest you call the manufacturer first. They told me exactly what to buy and it worked out great.
2132269
You might try contacting the company. Depending upon which part you need to replace, you may find a suitable substitute at a local hardware store.
952871
I would call the S.R. Smith customer service number which you can get via google and speak to someone about the differences. Also, you need to make sure that your existing base has the correct holes which need to be measured. We bought a replacement and went with the less expensive option because it has MUCH more flex and are very happy with it. We do run a risk of it cracking more easily, but no problems yet, and a really stiff board just isn't fun so we are happy we switched.