Can this unit be installed on a metal post? I see the hinges that are supplied are meant to be screwed into a wooden post...please confirm
1113215
The hinges were made to attach to a 4X4 by screwing it in and hanging gate from it. You might be able to find another way but it might not be easy.
122576
Sorry for the slow response. I was out of town. It says it can be mounted to a post but it seems like it would be very difficult to do. It is made of plastic and mounting it would be kind of tricky in my opinion.
1516563
I believe this mailbox comes with a metal post and does not require a wood post, which is why I purchased it. So far I have had no problem with it.
2031010
It could only be mounted to a post like that if a mount is made from metal or wood. The mount's attachment points are spaced to facilitate mounting to a stud framed wall. Metal is not practical since a piece of heavy steel plate would be needed if metal was chosen as a way to mount this to your post. I would use a 20" piece of 2x8 or 2x10 lumber, either treated or redwood. A piece of pine lumber would work too and it would last a long time if it is sealed with polyurethane.
785179
I installed mine on my back deck which has a four foot wooden rail. I screwed it into the upright wooden posts. The only issue I could see is you would need to drill and use bolts instead of screws if you are attaching to metal posts.
363174
I think it was but my son installed it on our existing wood post so I can't say for sure. I wasn't even around when he did it. Sorry. I love the mailbox though.
758208
There is no wooden post involved. The mailbox comes with aluminum post that you install into the ground and fill with cement. The decorative bottom slides over the post down to ground level and secured with set screws. The mailbox is mounted with the bolts provided and the finial is mounted on top.
1398440
Definitely can be post-mounted, in fact the mailbox comes with the mounting plate, a "Patented Fast-Trak Mounting Plate for easy installation on existing posts in minutes." But if you are talking about a solid column, such as brick or stone, in which the box is embedded, (surrounded by the other material) I don't see any reason why it couldn't be, except that you'd have to be careful to leave enough room at the very bottom for the door to swing open.
832378
You could mount appropriate hinges in a stud and the side of this or similar unit. It only needs mounting as shown if you're using the door hinges.
2255498
I had no problem attaching it to my post. I simple put a 2x6 piece of wood on existing post and then attached the box.g
1322497
It should mount that way just fine. The mounting plate underneath will accept either a standard, thread on light post or screws. The cover locks in place too and whole assembly is extremely light so I don't see any reason you couldn't do that.
1407539
i used the metal post they sell separately. It looks good and is very sturdy if mounted into concrete.
2205763
It depends! I know that is not an answer but here are my thoughts. The plastic is only about 1/8" thick so a sign on a bracket will be stressing the attachment screws. However, if you have installed the post over a 4x4 wooden post you might be able to use long 1/4" hangar bolts into the wooden post and thread a nut just up to the plastic. Then attach the sign bracket to it with another nut. If this is not clear, send me your email address and I will send a drawing. I am at jlfunk@optonline.net. Good luck
2215263
The hinges on this unit are all non metallic. The hinge pins are molded and simply need to driven into place and lock. The pins on my unit were part of either the top or the back panel, I can't remember which. The only screws are those used to attach the two plastic straps that keep the top from falling back past vertical when fully opened. I assembled my entire unit in less than five minutes! Fabulously easy!
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It should not be a problem to install on a wooden gate but my best answer is to call the company the tech dept has been very helpful as long as you have the patience to be put on hold for a whileNot sure but the size of gate have to do with the lenght of the cycle since it is all about timing
85809
Yes, I have mine mounted onto a 4x4 post. I went to my local chain hardware store and bought a 4x4 bracket that is used for wooden decks and just mounted it under the feeder.
554420
I installed mine on a wood post, but I am sure if you check with your local hardware store they can tell you how to install it In concrete and give you the items you need to do that with.