Fencing 101 - Building T-Post Corner Braces with Wedge-Loc

[@schmidthappensranch6415]

i use these a lot. i rent a pasture and didn't want to dig in permanent wood posts and braces. i have half mile runs with 2, 17 gauge electric fence wires tightened by those rachet type tensioners. Speaking from experience, i initially put the brackets high up, about 6-8" from the top of the corner, as they show. with the brackets that high and wires pulling from 2 directions, once we got a heavy rain a couple times, the corner post and the brace posts pulled up and out of the ground. now i put the brackets about 1/3 of the way down on the corner t-post.

[@rosseryn8216]

Agreed, down lower definitely works better. I also use as long of a diagonal post as I can get handy at the time. First thing I thought when I saw how high they were putting them, was, well that looks pretty to someone that hasn't tried it.

[@billmorgan6110]

Hello: simple questions. Video: (3:04/5:24) The wedge side of the T-Bar Corner Brace is facing "Far Out". Video: (3:45/5:24) The wedge side of the T-Bar Corner Brace is facing "Far Out". Video: (4:21/5:24) The wedge side of the T-Bar Corner Brace is facing "Far Out". Fact: This will make it much more difficult to pull Large Hole Structure Game Fencing around the (3) corner T-Poles. Questions: Video: (4:19/5:24) Inserting the "socket" into the "collar". (#1) Will a "socket" insert into the "collar" on the same side as the "locking wedge" ? (#2) Will not having the (3) "locking wedges" facing inwards towards each other prevent the T-Bar Corner Brace from facing "Far Out" ? ========== Thank You

[@KencoveFarmFence]

Hello Bill, T-Post bracing is not recommended for woven wire/field fence. If you are installing "large hole structure game fencing", you will need to brace your orders with wood posts. Yes, You can insert a a wedge and a socket on the same side of the collar if that fits your context. The wedges need to go on the "spine" side of the T-posts. If you want the wedges facing towards the inside of the brace, rotate your T-posts so that the "numbs" are facing outwards.

[@seanwhalan2690]

Super helpful video and very detailed. Thank you

[@0xSol_Invictus]

Beginner here, so sorry for the basic question! When corners are done with tposts and wedge-loc, where should the fencing's first attachment point be? On all the videos I've watched about putting up woven fencing, they have wooden posts at the corner and start by wrapping the fence around the post and tying it to itself.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

You would not want to terminate on a T-Post Corner. I would recommend putting your termination/end point on a seperate post. There are horizontal wedge-loc kits available, that can be used at gate/termination points. The way you terminate will depend on your fencing type used

[@michaelkakert6645]

QUESTION: What is the length of the T-posts used in this video, & how far do they stick out of the ground to the top point? For the angled brace post, the angle created & placement location of the vertical post with the lower bracket, would vary based on the length of the posts. For distance accuracy of vertical posts placement for the lower brace, the formula of 12" to 16" from bottom of the plate on angled post, would create various lengths based on each posts overall length that is sticking out of the ground. Different fence heights would require different height of fence posts. This may be something for future videos.

[@jml6357]

Do you still sell the galvanized T-posts? I couldn't find them on the website.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

Yes we do! kencove.com/fence/search.php#stq=GALVANIZED%20T%20POSTS&stp=1

[@janspiros9671]

With the nubs faced in how is the barbed wire held in place? I have not seen any video on how to keep the wire in place.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

There are several ways to fasten wire to T-posts. Typically T-post clips are used to hold the wire between two suds. You may choose to rotate your T-posts to a different orientation based on your fence or material needs.

[@janspiros9671]

@@KencoveFarmFence sorry I wasn’t clear. When doing the corner posts.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

@@janspiros9671 You would want to run your wire on the outside of your corners. To do this you could use T-post clips or backside insulators like these: kencove.com/fence/detail.php?code=ITB2

[@Hotrodford]

Jesus H Christ you mean to tell me you have to use a engine driven post driver? How frigging lazy do you have to be?

[@biggreenavocado]

Maybe not lazy but fancy😂😂😂 fancy schmancy

[@luisflavioreyesmorales7240]

Donde consigo estos complementos para poste T en mexico

[@KencoveFarmFence]

Kencove ships to Mexico. You can shop online at kencove.com

[@luisflavioreyesmorales7240]

@@KencoveFarmFence gracias !

[@almostafarm6394]

When you're using that post driver, how are you checking that it's straight up and down? Is there a bubble level on the driver?

[@KencoveFarmFence]

Great question. There is not a level bubble. Your best option is to have an assistant keeping an eye for you. But., if that is not possible, running some lines from your end points near the bottom and top of the post, just like when driving wooden posts, works as well.

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

Neato!

[@jandhplumbingllc1338]

I would add 2 horizontal posts across the top

[@jameslynch6356]

will these fit on u posts?

[@KencoveFarmFence]

Hi James, Unfortunately these are only for use with studded T-posts!

[@MrRDFORD]

👍👊 like it

[@nstewart636]

How much tension can I expect this system to hold? 4 stands 12.5 gauge aluminum wire. It will be my semi permanent fencing for the next 2-3 years till I’m able to get the driver I want for my tractor.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

Often times, folks using T-posts may opt for 14ga high tensile fence for less strain on bracing with multiple strands. Both Wedge-Loc and LockJawz should handle 4 strands of 14ga without problem. With 12.5ga high tensile wire, you would need to make sure you have depth and adequate lengths of brace posts if using T-posts. Proper T-post bracing should be able to easily handle 3 strands of 12.5ga high tensile. Adding a 4th, 5th, or 6th strand of 12.5ga high tensile wire would require bracing that was equal to a single H brace with wood posts.

[@nstewart636]

@@KencoveFarmFence even with how much lighter aluminum wire is? If aluminum is too much then we will order the 14 aluminum. The only reason for the 12.5 aluminum is locally it’s in 4000’ rolls and we’re fencing 40 acres.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

@@nstewart636 We would advise you to the more cautious side. LockJawz still recommends wood H braces when using 12.5ga high tensile with multiple strands, therefore we recommend reducing number of strands, or opting for 14ga wire. That being said, not all variations of strands, gauge, soil conditions, etc. have been tested to know the full range of these braces. We experimented with other alternative braces with 14ga high tensile wire this past year and have seen success so far.

[@nstewart636]

@@KencoveFarmFence wel I see you have the 14g in big rolls so I will order from you guys when I order the lock jawz or wedge lock. Thank you!

[@bugwar5545]

Interesting product. I notice that it only braces when you push on the corner. If you pull, the diagonal bars fall out.

[@KencoveFarmFence]

If properly install and fence tensioned, your diagonal braces should not be falling out of the collar.

[@casycasy5199]

nice

[@johndoe-ie1be]

Lean the post so your helper can reach without doing a military press !

[@Bob-gn8ph]

❤John 3,16 ❤

[@Hotrodford]

Over priced junk

[@reneek8223]

why?