How much do installers charge to fit motorized system??

[ash213]

Sorry for n00b Q!

Where can i get a Galvanised Steel Pole 2" from? around 2.5meter long?

I remember last time i purchased one i went to some trade place recomended on here...there was one in bristol. i went down there bought the pole and the tk brackets....any recomendations?

want to get another one as dont want to use current pole for the new set up on garage...

cheers in advance..

 

[satelliteman]

See if you can get a scaffold off cut from the local builders merchant.

 

[ash213]

See if you can get a scaffold off cut from the local builders merchant.

maybe, i dont really have time fo rthat, would prefer to just order something.

would this be alright?

1.8m Aerial Mast - Each - Screwfix.com, Where the Trade Buys

if not this one, what other trade shops can i roll up and buy a decent pole at good price and tk brackets?

ta.

 

[satelliteman]

No.

You need a scaffold mast or a 2 inch thick tube wall galvanised steel 16g/14g.

 

[ash213]

No.

You need a scaffold mast or a 2 inch thick tube wall galvanised steel 16g/14g.

is there any kind of trade counters for builders and type people that sell 2 inch thick walled steel ?

 

[satelliteman]

If you can't get a scaffold mast from a roofer or builders site, try a local aerial company, they may sell you a 2 inch pole or an off cut.

 

[Robbo]

Try here _www.scaffolding-direct.co.uk

I used to use them, but found a place closer. You pay them and then pick up at a local agent.

 

[ash213]

Try here _www.scaffolding-direct.co.uk

I used to use them, but found a place closer. You pay them and then pick up at a local agent.

which one of these would i want?

_www.scaffolding-direct.co.uk/Steel_Tube_108/index.aspx

what about tk brackets?

ta

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[Robbo]

Just choose the length you need. I normally use 8 ft if going above the gutter or cut an 8 ft into 3 pieces if going straight onto the wall.

Our site sponsors including southernsatellite will sell you t&ks.

 

[ash213]

JUST found the site i originally used....

might get from here

_http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk Electrical Supplies

im sure this is same pole ive been using?

_www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/MX3816.html

think ill buy that one...

and these brackets...

tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/MX335.html

or should i get 24" bracket? i really dont know.

in addition

which U bolts will i need? and which size coach screws and which size plugs will i need?

THANKS

 

[satelliteman]

Have a dig around at a builders yard /site. I think that's where I got the last one I had ;)

Coach screws / nylons are mentioned further up in the thread. You'll need 2.5inch V bolts.

Aluminium masting will crush as you tighten the motor, avoid if you can; although I have used them on a few occasions for small rigs.

Check 12 inch will give you enough clearance., if not then 18 inch.

 

[ash213]

that mast did the job last time for 2 yeas did not crush...

hopefully will be alright this time around too.

dont have time shopping about too much mate, self employed , know what i mean?

just wanna grab everything from 1 place and go home and get cracking...!!!

do you have size of these screws etc? sorry im a lil dislexic.

 

[satelliteman]

M8 x 70mm coach screws stainless steel, zinc plated will do.. and M10 nylons. Get yourself some M8 washers too.

 

[ash213]

right just ordered this lot...

MX3816 2 Inch x 6ft Alloy TV Pole / Mast £8.99 ea. 1 8.99
MX342 2½ Inch U Bolts £0.45 ea. 4 1.80
MX335 12 inch Stand Off Brackets Galvanised - TK12 £9.50 ea. 1 9.50

Total £ 24.35

I take it i can get the rest of the gear from b&q etc??

M8 x 70mm coach screws stainless steel
M10 nylons
M8 washers

How many each of the above will i need??

cheers

 

[satelliteman]

Yes or try toolstation or screwfix if you have one local.

5 x M8 screws / M10 nylons, Get 6 or a bag of 10; you may shear one off
Bag of washers.

 

[Lazarus]

Yes or try toolstation or screwfix if you have one local.

5 x M8 screws / M10 nylons, Get 6 or a bag of 10; you may shear one off
Bag of washers.

Darned right!

Very easy also to damage the plugs if they rotate as you engage the bolt.

 

[Robbo]

The coach bolts themselves can actually sheer off sometimes, if over tightened.

 

[Channel Hopper]

The coach bolts themselves can actually sheer off sometimes, if over tightened.

I only found that to be the case with the drill or a socket set. I only use a draper ring spanner these days and no bolts have broken for the past two years.

 

[aceb]

Buy scaffolding new? Blimey, I've always gone to our local yard or van and given a suitable amount of beer money.

 

[ash213]

which size drill bit is needed? just got to drill and there is several drill bits.