The 5 in. x 5 in. x 82 in. Aluminum Post Insert was designed to support fencing systems in high wind applications. The insert can also be used when supplying additional support to your gate post. Easy installation by inserting the aluminum insert into your 5 in. x 5 in. vinyl fence post prior to concrete setting ensuring your professional grade system is secured tightly and properly. One Kit is necessary for each post.
Can be used to reinforce 5 in. x 5 in. vinyl fence posts when installing a gate
This worked out great in my particular job i had a existing Veranda fence and i added 3 feet of ...
This worked out great in my particular job i had a existing Veranda fence and i added 3 feet of fill my fence would of been under ground so i cut the post and inserted the Aluminum post in the already cemented post that i cut 3' high and waala the easiest install ever i like how thick the Aluminum is if your doing a Sm Gate this is a must have
i am very happy
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Recommended
Oct 11, 2016
Great Product.
First time that I purchased a home, and needed a Mailbox post along with Mailbox, I order
1). Postal ProWinslow 5 in. x 5 in. Fluted Mailbox Post, in White,
2). Veranda 5 in. x 5 in. x 82 in. Aluminum Post Insert
3). Postal ProHampton Post-Mount Mailbox in Black with White Lettering.
Read below for seperate reviews on items.
1). Most mailbox post are supported with a 4x4 wood insert, however treated or not they end up rotting, it is just a matter of how many years, so I decided to go with this Vinyl post (PVC) and an aluminum insert that is used for vinyl fences are gate or corner support I beam, this combination should last for life.. and if you want to change the style, all you need is take 4 screws out, and the post slides ride off the beam. In addition, I really like the 5x5 size as its bigger then standard 4x4 and gives it a better curb appeal, also solar lights are sold to replace the top cap and lets it stand out at night giving it a very nice curb appeal.
2). The I-Beam installation is relatively simple for the ground base, just open the hole to recommended depth, use a level to make sure it is straight, and pour in concrete while keeping it leveled, the top half is a bit more complicated, as the mail post has a small design with vertical lines these hit the edge of the I-Beam and the fix is easy, just had to trim all the edges down about 1/2 an inch, once that is done, the post slides right over the beam. Extra note, this is heavy duty aluminum, it took several blades to cut with a hand grinder, it ate them right up, and I wish the companies would sell these same length as 4x4 Mail-post beams, just takes one more cutting step out of the way.
3). Last but not lease, the mailbox it self, this is also out of vinyl and works great, I haven't had any water leak into it, as well as the latch door opens and closes very snug. It only took about 10 mins top to set it up, the mail post is what brings the mounting brackets, not the mailbox itself (I was surprised to find this out as well). Instructions where really simple and easy to follow.
Over all it's a great combo, and I searched before doing this, and was not able to find out if someone had tried it or not (using I-Beam as support), I gave it a chance, and I can honestly say for those DiY guys, this is great for reliability, cost, and maintenance free!
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DIY
Verified Purchase
Mar 1, 2022
This protected the fence from intense winds that we experience...
This protected the fence from intense winds that we experience occasionally.
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Verified Purchase
Nov 3, 2021
Exactly what we needed to stabilize the broken fence post....
Exactly what we needed to stabilize the broken fence post. Sturdy as ever now. Highly recommend
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Oct 5, 2021
Vinyl gate post support
Exactly as described.
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Verified Purchase
Sep 14, 2021
This is a must. It secured my post and...
This is a must. It secured my post and made it solid.
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Jul 27, 2021
Inserts keep vinyl posts straight & solid....
Inserts keep vinyl posts straight & solid.
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Verified Purchase
Jul 24, 2021
Rating provided by a verified purchaser...
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Verified Purchase
Jul 23, 2021
Worked as expected - description could include that they cannot...
Worked as expected - description could include that they cannot be used in corner posts. Ordered 2 extra because I did not think of that.
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