Simpson E-Z Base Brackets

Your Guide to Installing E-Z Products with Confidence

Make post repair and reinforcement easy and economical.

E-Z Spike Installation

Secure the E-Z Spike 29 inches deep. Drive spike base into the ground using a short block. For best results, turn the block every few strikes. Take care to install spike base plumb. Attach post to spike base using four ¼” x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws or four #10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screws. E-Z Mender Installation For Dirt: Drive the E-Z Mender 11 inches down. Remove dirt and debris from around the existing post. Drive mender plate down along the post between the post and the dirt. Repeat on opposite side of the post. Attach to post using six #9 x 1 ½” or six #10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screw. Fill the hole around the post with concrete. E-Z Mender Installation For Concrete: Drive the E-Z Mender 11 inches down. Remove dirt and debris from around the existing post. Drive mender plate down along the post, wedging it between the post and the concrete. Repeat on the opposite side of the post. Attach to post using six #9 x 1 ½” or six #10 x 1 ½” Strong-Drive SD Connector screw.