I have frames with inch and 1/4 diameter hole. How can I modify these canopies to work?
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Partially collapse the frame, put on the cover, it will not fit the hole, just lay on top of it, and open the umbrella. We could have cut a larger hole, but this method is working. We've had our umbrella over a month, 2 months, and have lots of wind, and it is just fine. No problem with it just laying there.
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I cut the grommet and removed it and then threaded the fabric alone around the pole. Once I screwed the top piece of my umbrella in place it held just fine without the grommet. I figured based on the cost of the product it would not matter to me if the fabric started to tear in a couple of years it is no big deal. I have been using mine for about a month with no problems.
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I used a 3/8" bit for the through holes in the beam. The bolts are 3/8" so you have to tap them through with a hammer. I recommend that you use a drill with a built in bubble level in order to get a straight hole. That's a pretty long hole to drill by eye. Also you may have to do a lot of sanding on the 4x4's and 4x6 in order to get them into the brackets. Lumber dimensions vary even within each piece. I uses a 5" orbital sander and it still took a while. Good luck!
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You are going to have to use a hand saw or a drill to make the holes. There are instructions in the box on how to figure the dimensions.
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There are two vertical holes. Spacing is 6 1/4" from center of holes. No adjustment possible.
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You can adjust them yourself. I have mine so it is approx. 9 1/4 inches. This is a great unit.
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Large frames do not easily fit! Measurement given above are a bit generous. As a practice matter, the useable opening is slightly smaller.
407250
I would go to a HOME DEPOT type store, get a globe of the correct 'hole' size, and set it inside the metal frame
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Hi Virginia, I am afraid you have to drill two 1/4 " holes as It calls for in the instructions. Regards, Guenter
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I don't think 1/2: thicknedss will leave enough threads for a solid tiightening.. Can you drill out enough material surroiunding the center hole to leave about 1/4" for the threads?
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We did exactly that. We used a dremel and cut them down to the size we needed. Make sure you only cut the bottom of the inside and top of the outside leg when doing the adjustment. Works fantastic!
636293
I returned them. I drilled 3 inch holes and set handrail in quickcrete epoxy. See quickcrete video on UTube...
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It's not designed to be modified. You could certainly cut off one side with a hacksaw, but it would not be recommended. The shade is not adjustable within the shade itself. The manufacturer offers narrower shades.
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I have not done it, but it looks like it would be possible. There are two sets of pre-drilled holes on each side that appear to line up with the holes in my metal frame.
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The width of the mounting area is variable. The slats are not connected so you can mount them to match your glasses.
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Hi Stephanhi - this twine is very "fuzzy", so I would suggest making the hole 1/4". I bought it to put around the top of a jelly jar, but didn't like the quality - very rough - so I ended up using it in the garden instead. I also thought it was expensive for the amount.
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You need about 1 in 1/2 across , if not drill new holes and work with what you have left . The material is stainless so make sure you used stainless steel machine screws and lock nut. The screws that come with I didn't use them as I need longer once for the new holes I made . Looks and work well
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That is the size of the opening. The hole you need to cut is 6 1/4x9 1/2. The outer frame measures 10 1/2x7