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Hello, I'm installing a platform that's 50lbs without any additional weight like sandbags ect. My problem is the Tapcon screws that came with the platform look soooo puny. Three questions: will these things hold without pulling out with the weight and the constant vibration? #2 do I need to get hold of a hammer drill? #3 Will the hole in my concrete basement wall provide a place for a crack or leak in the future? Any info would help. Thanks
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I've never had any problem with Tapcon screws pulling out as long as you use the correct masonry bit sitze.Originally posted by monkaboy View Post
# 2: It's not necessary to have a hammer drill but it sure makes it a lot easier and you don't burn up the bits.
#3: I don't think so, but if you already have serious problems with water leakage, it may make it worse. You don't need to drill the hole all the way through though, just a little longer than the screw. -
I had a wall mount unit that was tapconned into cinder block, it loosened up after awhile, but I think I had tightened the tapcons too much. If you overtighten them it stretches them and they lose effectiveness...Originally posted by monkaboy View PostComment
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The one I bought from you came loose from the wall after a short time as well. I am having a rack made from a guy at work and will mount it to that. Then I can hang a heavy bag on it as well.Originally posted by Tim View PostComment
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I used longer tapcon screws than the ones that came with the platform(drilled into a solid concrete wall) and after a short while they loosened up. Just finished reinstalling the screws with loctite threadlocker glue, so far so good will keep you posted.Comment
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