Should the bolts for the swings go from the top of the beam down, or up through the hanger? Does it matter? And which side for the washers?
761898
Top down through the beam. This keeps sharp bolt ends at a minimum should kids decide to hang from the top beam. There should be a washer on both ends of the bolt though. This is shown in the instruction manual.
761899
It probably makes no difference structurally. I inserted from the top because it looked better, more finished, and we can see the top of the swing from our deck.
761900
I oriented the bolts down (bolt head and washer on top of the beam). The thinking was it would be safer if an older child jumped/climbed up and tried to hang on the beam, possibly getting cut by the unseen exposed threads. However, one could make a case for either orientation.
1280812
If I remember correctly the spacers go on the side of the frame. That should make the bolt holes line up.
1838384
I had the same problem. You have to wedge the hanger over and through the bottom wires. The hook goes over the first bar and under the second. It took me a while to figure out. If you zoom in close on the picture, you can kind of see.
427613
I assume by drilling into a beam you would be using lag bolts as compared to a bolt! If you are going to be using the hangers for a swing then it would depend on the weight of the person using the swing what size of lag bolt would have to be used. Also the type of beam you are using would also determine what to use to secure the hanger to the beam. Soft redwood requires a longer and larger bold as compared to fir or other hard grain wood. I used a 6x8 12' long fir beam to support our swing and drilled all the way through to secure it with 3/8" bolts and nuts. Of course, I installed two side by side swings and knew that adults would use the swing. Hope this helps. I assume by drilling into a beam you would be using lag bolts as compared to a bolt! If you are going to be using the hangers for a swing then it would depend on the weight of the person using the swing what size of lag bolt would have to be used. Also the type of beam you are using would also determine what to use to secure the hanger to the beam. Soft redwood requires a longer and larger bold as compared to fir or other hard grain wood. I used a 6x8 12' long fir beam to support our swing and drilled all the way through to secure it with 3/8" bolts and nuts. Of course, I installed two... » Read More I assume by drilling into a beam you would be using lag bolts as compared to a bolt! If you are going to be using the hangers for a swing then it would depend on the weight of the person using the swing what size of lag bolt would have to be used. Also the type of beam you are using would also determine what to use to secure the hanger to the beam. Soft redwood requires a longer and larger bold as compared to fir or other hard grain wood. I used a 6x8 12' long fir beam to support our swing and drilled all the way through to secure it with 3/8" bolts and nuts. Of course, I installed two side by side swings and knew that adults would use the swing. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Move the trailer connection first!!! Also use a pipe for leverage on the bolts. They are really tight. All hardware included. It takes about an hour. A second set of hands is really helpful.
459350
I have this issue as well. There's maybe a quarter inch of space between the nut and the bottom of the arm. It's as if the bolt is too long. Not really sure what to do other than stick a bunch of washers in there.
1455068
I swings in both directions. It is well worth the money. We had no where to hang towels and this was the answer. It is heavy so make sure you use good anchors when installing.
1589165
There are two adjusting bolts on the assembly. One is for left and right horizontal, and the other one is for up and down vertical.
1585059
You would need the eye screws that go into a beam. Someone at Home Depot could help you easily and it should be pretty inexpensive. I would wait to get it though so you can make sure the swing clips for the screws.
410112
It can be hung either way. I hung my to a single point and used a Black Diamond Rotor so the swing will spin.
599535
I echo William's comments. I found I needed to add a few washers to raise the loops on the top side of the deck to bettet fit when the j-hooks where engaged. Pretty simple instal.
139532
Not for the cross bar. Came with the nut and washers for the top though. I just went and bought new bolts from the hardware store.
1112036
The collar on the bolt should go through the hole in the receiver. The collar serves to push the rack against the side of the receiver. Thus eliminating the wobble. Mine has no wobble what so ever.
2011027
My bolts are 60" apart, but the hardware that comes with the swing won't hook onto the eye bolt. I don't know the correct terminology, but the hardware coming from the chain is a swivel eye bolt that the bolt coming from the ceiling hooks through.
397962
You placed the washers correctly. I remember having to get a wrench out and really tighten it down.
2070804
I used stainless steel fender washers on the lower bolt to shim up the bracket. It took about four washers per bracket.
475589
I placed my 2 large eye bolts about 3" out from straight vertical over the arms. That minimized the left/right movement of the swing. It's worked fine for me.