Steel Board Installation
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- Required Equipment
- Skid steer with capacity to lift 3500 lbs or more.
- Auger with extension to at least 43″ for fence post holes.
- Auger + hand digging to 54″ for gate post holes.
- Mud hog recommended for larger jobs – pays for itself in the first 5,000 ft.
- Setting the posts
- All posts are installed with mixed, wet concrete for longevity.
- Pea gravel works well as a substitute for semi-permanent installations.
Installation Overview
Buckley Fence does not do installation. We have a large network of installers throughout the country that we work with to accomplish the installation process for customers. Buckley Fence acts as resource for installers throughout the process and can help troubleshoot any install questions. Please review our How-To videos and install documents prior to starting your fence project. Please contact Buckley Fence for any additional installation instructions: Call 720-644-6884 or email sales@buckleyfence.com.
- Unique Dimensions
- Post center to post center is 9.65′ – longer, stronger, and more striking than wood or vinyl.
- Gate lengths refer to the length of the gate opening, not gate length. Please reference our Gate Dimensions sheet for specifics.
- No nails, screws, or fasteners
- Rails are easily installed using our ingenious lock spacer system.
Sag-Free Gate & Latch Install
Innovative Dual Gate Anchor Systems
Lock Spacer Installation
Choosing a Color
Steel Board Gate Install
Wire Mesh Clip & Hot-Wire Clip Installation
Steel Board vs. Vinyl Horse Fence Strength
Truck Unload
Crate Return
Gate Pallet Returns
Solar Lighting Installation
Full Buckley Fence Installation Manual
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Individual Installation Instructions
Truck Unloading Tips (Page 1-2)
Fence Dimensions (Page 3)
Post Centers (Page 4)
Fence Installation (Page 5-9)
Gate Dimensions (Page 10-14)
Gate Installation (Page 15-18)
EZ Latch Installation (Page 19-21)
EZ Latch onto Wood (Page 22)
Swinging Gate Latch (Page 23-25)
Dual Gate Anchor (Page 26)
Wire Mesh Clip Placement (Page 27-32)
Wire Mesh System Install (Page 33)
Boomerang Brackets (Page 34-35)
Hot Wire Insulators (Page 36-37)
Arena Footings Bracket (Page 38-39)
Solar Light Caps (Page 40-41)
Steel Crate End Return (Page 42-44)
Gate Pallet Return (Page 45-46)