Mounting the Mast
8.Install two 5/16" x 3" lag screws into the two center holes on the mounting foot. Securely tighten the screws into the center of the wood beam.
9.Put washers on the 5/16" x 2" lag screws, insert the screws into the four outside holes and securely tighten them.
10.Go on to the next section, “Final Installation,” to complete the installation process.
5/16" x 2" Lag Screws
5/16" x 3" Lag Screws
5/16" x 2" Lag Screws
Steps 8 & 9: Inserting the lag screws.
Installing a Spacer
When the mounting foot spans two pieces of siding, it should be positioned so most of the foot is on the top board. A spacer should be installed to help hold the bottom of mounting foot in place. The spacer can be made of either solid wood or plastic.
lap board
spacer
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