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the end of the drill bit. While drilling the pilot hole, the tape will indicate when you have reached the required
depth.
7.
Locate two 7/16” holes on the decorated face of the post top single header bracket. Drill an 11/64
th
X 3” deep
pilot hole in the center of each 7/16” hole.
The pilot hole will go through the header and into the 6x6 post. Drill at
least 3” deep or a little bit deeper, not shallower.
8.
Drive one 3/8” x 3” SS lag screw using a 9/16” socket and ratchet through the header and into the post through
the pilot holes you drilled. Tighten all screws.