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Prepare Post Driver and Install Corner Post

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What happens here

The presenter begins the actual post-driving process with the heavy machinery. He operates the Gehl RT210 skid steer, which has the Pro-Tech P240 post driver attached to its front. First, he uses the hydraulic control levers to lower the two stabilizing feet of the post driver, ensuring the entire machine is level and securely planted on the ground. Next, he adjusts the mast by tilting it forward to the desired angle for driving. He then carefully positions a 4-inch galvanized steel pipe post underneath the hydraulic hammer. He uses a custom-made measuring tool (a PVC pipe with markings) to verify that the post is aligned to be driven to the correct height, approximately 55 inches above ground, suitable for corner and line posts. Before fully driving the post, he uses a spirit level to ensure it is perfectly plumb. With the post positioned and checked, he operates the controls to begin driving the post into the ground.

Goal: Securely drive the first corner post into the ground to the correct depth and plumb.

Tools and materials

  • Galvanized Steel Pipe Post — Heavy-duty post for corners and braces
  • Gehl RT210 Skid Steer GEHL — To power and operate the post driver
  • Hydraulic Control Levers — To operate the post driver's functions (stabilizing feet, mast tilt, driving mechanism)
  • Pro-Tech P240 Fence Post Driver PRO-TECH — Hydraulic post driver for installing posts
  • PVC Pipe — Used as a measuring guide for post height (approximately 55 inches for corner and line posts)
  • Spirit Level — To ensure the post is driven plumb (vertically straight)