After drilling holes in posts, attach the anchors securely with purchased fasteners. Place a flat washer on each side of the hole and a lock washer on the end where you install the nut. The lock washer will ensure that the nut won’t back out.
How to Dig Post Holes & Install Posts
By Lisa Hallett Taylor, About.com
Drill corresponding holes. Some anchors have holes that allow them to be nailed into the posts, but for extra reinforcement, drill the holes and bolt them in.
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