Build and Install a Swing set with Eastern Jungle Gym Brackets

[@mjiacob751]

I used these brackets 16 years ago to build a playhouse and swing set when my son was 2 years old. Just sold the house and other than some flaky powder coating and surface rust. The playscape is still rock solid after 16 years of use from all my kids.

[@LandtoHouse]

That says a lot for quality! I find them to be really strong. I imagine the wood will degrade before the brackets.

[@andyg8986]

Quick takes: 1. Use pressure treated lumber for header beam and legs, doing pre-fits and trimming as necessary (tighter is better) 2. Consider coating them all with deck-over stain - the ‘thick’ type meant to be used on 10+ year old deck lumber. 3. Measure and pre-drill for your swing hanger attachments. (You can actually go ahead and install them at this point if you don’t want to wait until final placement. ) 4. Get everything close to your desired placement location. Attach the header beam to the sleeve brackets first, being sure the swing hangers point with the leg sleeves. 5. Flip the beam in it’s back so the leg sleeves are in an upward V to accept their lumber. For the legs, do one to each side in corresponding position. You’ll lay it onto them for the final two. 6. Now keep running per the video. Get help to flip it upright and put it in position, set your anchors, attach the swings, and enjoy your Advil/ Tylenol while the beneficiaries enjoy their new swing set.

[@mindlessftw]

Thank you for this video! the clip at the end with you swinging with your daughter has inspired me to build this for my little girl! Youre her hero!

[@howardknight3358]

In Windsor, Ontario we do not have access to 4 X 6' pressure treated wood. I recently built an Eastern Jungle Gym by using a 6' X 6" piece of pressure treated wood. Yes I had to trim the ends to fit the opening, but I was careful and it fits great. I also laid out and attached the swing hangers while it was on the ground. It was very easy to get them installed before raising in to position.

[@rlsingle00]

I built one about twenty-six years ago. It is still operational. Thanks again for sharing.

[@LandtoHouse]

I hope kids will enjoy this for 26 years. :)

[@Bizzare24]

I built one 50 years ago still works💀

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

I bought similar brackets (almost identical) just a couple weeks ago and assembled mine as a Porch Swing A-Frame setup - I had trouble finding 4x6 8' (only found 12' and was pretty expensive) so I made my own 4x6 by laminating two 2x6 8' with a piece of 1/4" or 5/16" scrap plywood - I only used the plywood at the bracket ends and that allowed me to run long carriage bolts between the two 2x6 boards (I did have to drill a little with a long drill bit) the result was that the swing swivels don't use lag bolts so it won't pull out over time - I feel very confident that this setup allows for a couple "full size" adults to swing without any question of the hardware.

[@RandyD1972]

I don't think I can get 4x6 where I'm at so may do the same. Do you have any photos posted that you can share of how the laminated beam worked out, especially with the lag bolts?

[@jllaine]

I really enjoy your adventures. Scrap bits of 2x4 of various lengths used like jack-stands can help you stand up something that awkward by yourself. lift a bit and prop it with short boards, lift some more and prop up on longer boards, final lift use one in the middle as a push stick to take it up the rest of the way. I'm surprised the disk swing is using nylon straps instead of through bolts, they will UV out in about the same amount of time that your portable shed tarp aged out. I'd also suggest taking a portable belt sander and rounding off the cut corners of the added cross braces so the sharp corners don't cause incise wounds to little foreheads bumping them. I'm sure you realize those cross braces become jungle gym climbing points for younglings when they get tall enough.

[@slammerjaxlive]

I've used those plus a middle extender. Built 3 weeks ago, so far so good.

[@oldmanwinter1405]

I sorta think it would have been a bit less cumbersome to attach the 4x6 first. Nonetheless, a nice job and a good looking swingset.

[@LandtoHouse]

Yes! I mention that towards the end. It would have been easier. Its funny looking back i never would have picked it up myself.

[@tmoney8785]

Hello i was curious the length of 4x4 and 4x6?

[@DanielCampbell007]

Awesome video man. Just ordered my set and looking forward to assembly this weekend

[@bobsugrue2703]

I'm building one tomorrow I think I'll put the 4x6 in first and put my swim hangers on before I stand it up.

[@LandtoHouse]

Yes there is probably a better order than I did. Definitely need two people to stand it up.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

I also found that getting the other side bracket into the header was easier if I took one of the legs off and used a few scrap pieces of wood to get the alignment right - lifting into place and positioning was still a 2 person job unless I wanted to pull a muscle or rig up a dolly for the legs. I like the cross braces I think I'll add that to mine more for the option to hang things like plant baskets than stability...

[@perandersen5820]

Great video! Thank you. Will be the next weekend project

[@LandtoHouse]

Happy to help. My kids have really enjoyed this playset.

[@joeaguilar196]

Good evening. Awesome job I have been looking around swing sets for my grandkids. And I said what the heck let me see if I can build my own. And your video was the first to come up on KZbin . And I seen the bracket you were using. And I went to Amazon to look for them so instead of spinning 4 to 500.00 I can do it much cheaper and build it stronger . Thank you again for your video and new friend from Austin Texas and New subscriber . thank you again

[@LandtoHouse]

I'm happy to hear the video was helpful! I was in your position too. These brackets are a little tight but super strong once upright.

[@howieapilado6551]

Nice bro l recommend using some weather sealer once a year too or so, but really nice

[@hayderalsalman7984]

Nice video... nice to met your dad

[@LandtoHouse]

He is really great.

[@GamingwithKandA]

I have the same brackets with a 12 foot top beam, and 10 foot legs. I put a swing that holds 4 kids at the same time, swinging as high as they want, and the set never moves at all. No braces or rebar strapped on the legs etc. I weigh well over 200 pounds, and I swing with them on another swing, and still no movement.

[@me-un4jl]

Anyway you could measure (or know) how far it is from the bottom of the top beam to the ground? I'm trying to plan how much extra chain I'd need if I use the 10ft legs. Thanks!

[@GamingwithKandA]

@@me-un4jl I believe it was right at 9'

[@me-un4jl]

@@GamingwithKandA Thanks!

[@jrjr8574]

So a 12ft beam fits 4 swings ?

[@GamingwithKandA]

@jrjr8574 yes.

[@originaltim82]

Took me 2 years to get here,, but thank you for posting this ! I feel confident enough to start my own build. Thanks again !!

[@nicktotino3188]

Just installed this but used fence post reinforcement brackets for the legs

[@axolp]

Merry Christmas and a happy New year to you, your family and all your followers.

[@LandtoHouse]

Thank you. Merry Christmas!

[@BrokeAsHellChallenge]

Thank you for post

[@morenowg]

Great job!!

[@iztraab]

I built the swing set with Easter jungle brackets and used 4x4x10 side bars because I wanted swings to be high. But the problem is that swing set sways side ways when kids swing. Not sure if it's completed safe. Is it normal? If not then what's causing it and how to fix it? Please help

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

Very cool bracket system. Merry Christmas!

[@LandtoHouse]

They have worked so well! Merry Christmas!

[@tastemakerguidie]

slack ⛓️ tension equal elliptical

[@KJ7JHN]

any idea what angle the legs are at on the top bracket?

[@Idrissi_Mas]

Thanks buddy. I juat bought them

[@michael5704]

How long will that wood last not being pressure treated?

[@sanjaybhatikar]

Hooray for dad!

[@LandtoHouse]

Yes he made this swing set happen. Otherwise it would be a jungle gym instead.

[@S.Nielsen-z3l]

How did you run the rebar

[@paulognf]

Great Video! Excellent!

[@chrispowell6673]

Could you also drill a hole at an angle for the rebar through the leg and pound the rebar in that way? Would that do the same as the hangar tape?

[@LandtoHouse]

I should think that would work. Now sure if it would be easy to line up. BUT it would look better and be less likely to snag a little foot.

[@tutachin5863]

Do you know if I can use carriage bolts to attach swing hangers to the beam (that's pressure treated)? Will the use of swings (and weight) pull that bolt more into the beam wood from above (as I cannot use washers with carriage bolts) or is it going to be okay?

[@karthikkoka1382]

can you please let me know the width you used to space each swing and distance between each hanger

[@PapaRenn]

Great Video! It’s probably here, but can somebody point me to a cut list.

[@LandtoHouse]

I think that I just used 10 foot 4x4's for the legs and a single 12 foot 4x6 on the top. No cuts other than trimming down the ends to fit into the bracket.

[@johnw4196]

Hi! Great video. Ordered these brackets a few days ago. Would you mind telling me what species of wood you used? I've ordered Cedar, but it's pricey and would not mind choosing a cheaper alternative. How is it holding up? Thanks!

[@frankh.3849]

My kids would love it if I built them a swing set but I think I'm going to use these brackets to build a green house.

[@LandtoHouse]

You could do both :)

[@jujumawmaw]

Would love to see it!

[@jakoblopez5934]

What size was the drill bit

[@jrjr8574]

How long was was the 4x6 you used for this project ?

[@LandtoHouse]

12 feet long.

[@Zvasha]

What would you guess for weight limit?

[@LandtoHouse]

I know it holds 300 pounds on mine. That's all I know.

[@coodyl]

Hey Seth, I hope your family is safe and well.

[@LandtoHouse]

Thank you. Yes we are. Had a nice 4" snow for Christmas. Hope you and your family are well also.

[@coodyl]

@@LandtoHouse thanks for the reply! Glad you had a nice one!

[@beepbopboop3221]

I'm curious why you didn't sink the legs and anchor them with cement. The round swing would probably be the right length in that case.

[@LandtoHouse]

You can do that if you want. It has worked flawlessly with only putting a little rebar down.

[@tmoney8785]

Is the 4x6 a 12 footer?

[@randimoore7265]

Same question

[@wildwildwests]

They are typically 10’. I used a 16’ foot so it hung off the ends to add another swing on one side and climbing rope on other. I also got a middle bracket piece so it’s actually twice as long.

[@josheverett4474]

Where is the link for the product?

[@mdwhite85]

For some reason you can’t find 4x6 in Canada, any suggestions? Do They make these metal brackets for something other than a 4x6?

[@LandtoHouse]

Thats odd. I don't really know anything about lumber in Canada. 4x6 are rather common in my area. I dont think a 4x4 would support well. You could use some 2x6 and sandwich them Together. But there will be a 1/2" gap.

[@damarisrempel9147]

Can you bolt two 2x6 together and use that...

[@LandtoHouse]

There will be 1/2" gap because a 4x6 is actually 3.5 x 5.5 AND two 2x6 are actually 3x 5.5. Its confusing I know. But the strength should be there with two 2x6's

[@fakename9024]

Just use Wall Jacks to lift the Swing Set.

[@bjpenn7259]

How wide at the bottom was it?

[@lafnjohn3292]

What is the length of your legs?

[@wendyb9923]

doesnt it have to be set on level ground.?

[@LandtoHouse]

Its best that way. I used rebar to secure it.

[@theresahover4339]

How long is the top beam?

[@LandtoHouse]

Its 12 foot.

[@bud7333]

What swings did you use? Like, how tall were they? 66 inches or taller?

[@LandtoHouse]

I got two 66" and added 1 foot extra chain.

[@TNTony]

How long are the 4x4 legs and do you like the height?

[@LandtoHouse]

I went with 10 foot. Its has worked well.

[@TNTony]

@@LandtoHouse thank you. I just ordered a 3 bracket kit (1 for the middle of the top beam) because I want 4 swings. I’m thinking about 10’ legs and a 16’ top beam.

[@LandtoHouse]

With the middle support you should be good to go with 16'

[@okedokie]

@@LandtoHouse What length did you go with on the top beam?

[@LandtoHouse]

I went 4x6 12 foot long.

[@tastemakerguidie]

why are ziplines so open

[@scottneely5602]

I see the 4x6 wasn't seated the whole way when you started drilling the holes... lol

[@hamidoubouni4487]

please. Can you explain how to use ram pump In a well 15 meters deep and 1 meter wide .tancks 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@LandtoHouse]

Sadly the ram pump does not work in a well. The pump needs head pressure to operate.

[@hamidoubouni4487]

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[@Paulie1232]

Dam the yard going look like Disneyland...

[@LandtoHouse]

Too late haha... just need a slip n slide on that hill.

[@adamaustin3373]

how tall are your 4x4s? looks like swing set is really tall? I was gonna use 8ft

[@LandtoHouse]

Those are 10 foot 4x4s. Works really well.

[@TH3CHA3T]

I just bought these as well, I used a 16 ft 4x6 and 12 ft 4x4s, and added a middle bracket of another brand and put another 8ft 4x6 with the other end of the Eastern Jungle brackets. I kind of wonder if it's too tall now, though I was aiming for tall.. I'm trying to figure way to add support from it swaying side to side as I've got the rocking front to back taken care of. I don't trust those welds (since I used heavy treated lumber) enough to let me kids play in under neath them for years to come... I am probably going to add a 3rd leg to both ends and support the welds on the brackets so if the welds start to fail it's got some help.? Idk

[@adamaustin3373]

what size bit did you use to drill pilot holes?

[@LandtoHouse]

A 1/4" should work well. Hold a bit up to the bolt and make sure the threads are wider than the bit.

[@borneconservative6748]

I would think, that all you are really worried about .. having pilot holes drilled, so the bolts go in straight. And, yes, always make sure the drill bit is decidedly skinnier than the bolt you will use. Remember, the more wood there is to grip the bolt threads, ... the better.

[@BarneyG350]

Install the 4x6 first!

[@williamhunter658]

Great video, one question did you trim the bottoms of the 4x4's to compensate for the angle of the ground?

[@salvatorediciaccio376]

I would also like to know the answer. Hopefully he replies

[@tastemakerguidie]

cuban 🔗 since she anarexia infused

[@barracade24]

Much easier putting the 4x6 on first

[@PsychoCharlieCat]

My lumber wouldn't fit until I let it dry out for a few weeks

[@tastemakerguidie]

bouy

[@scottwilson9817]

Good video help me do mine

[@johnward9146]

Do the 4x6 first

[@michaelstephens360]

Do the top beam first

[@MiloLife]

Helpful video but dude def didn’t read the directions.

[@tastemakerguidie]

fanciest seats

[@tastemakerguidie]

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[@tastemakerguidie]

don't stress

[@tastemakerguidie]

hublot ⌛

[@ericc8895]

What swings did you go with since you used 10 foot 4x4s?