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Welcome
to Finish-Line! Fencing for the love of horses. |
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Finish-Line Installation: Wood and
T-post
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1.
Finish-Line Installation |
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Strand Spacing -
Recommended strand spacing is 4 to 5 strands of
Finish-Line Fencing 7 to 12 inches apart. The top strand
should be a minimum of 52 to 54 inches from the ground
and 2 to 4 inches from the top of the post. The bottom
strand should be 14 inches off the ground.
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Stallions and Jumpers
- For extra fence height, use 6 to 7 strands of
Finish-Line Fencing. |
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Line Attachment to
Posts - The recommended way to install Finish-Line
Fencing is to staple the line to posts using staples and
plastic insulators |
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Care should be taken to
prevent crushing Finish-Line when hammering each staple.
Thread an insulator onto the Finish-Line at each post
and pound a barbed staple over the insulator to hold it
firmly but without crushing the Finish-Line. This
permits the Finish-Line to slide freely without wear.
(Various insulators are available. If necessary, contact
your Finish-Line dealer.) |
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Line Attachment
to Corner/End Posts - It is
recommended that Finish-Line Fencing go around the
outside of round corner posts and be stapled over an 8"
protective insulator. On square end and corner posts, it
is recommended that each strand of Finish-Line Fencing
terminate and be anchored to the post with a one-way
vice, in order to protect the fencing from the sharp
edge of the post. |
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For anchoring
Finish-Line Horse Fencing to end posts, it is
recommended that a "one-way vice" be used. The one-way
vice eliminates weaknesses caused by knotting. |
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To install the one-way
vice, drill end posts with a 5/8 inch wood drill bit,
push the strand through, and slip on the one-way vice.
The jaw system automatically grips and prevents slipping
after the strand is pulled through the vice. Ask your
Finish-Line dealer which commercial vice is most
appropriate for your fencing application. |
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Other Installation
Options - Finish-Line Fencing can be installed by
drilling through line posts and running the Finish-Line
Fencing through holes to the end post where it will be
anchored. If through-the-post installation is selected,
a wooden template (2" x 2" x 6') with holes pre-drilled
at the selected spacing will allow fast hole alignment
and allow the horse fence to follow the contours of the
land. |
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To drill holes, use a
battery-operated or portable generator-operated electric
drill with a 5/16" or 3/8" wood drill bit. For large
diameter posts, a 5/16" bell hanger installer drill bit
permits drilling through the thickest posts. Drills,
bits, and portable generators are normally available at
hardware stores and equipment rental stores. |
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NOTE: The use of
through-the-post installation carries with it the risk
of abrasion leading to the possibility of Finish-Line
strand failure. We recommend using precaution against
abrasion. |
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Abrasion can be reduced
by using an electrified wire with Finish-Line Fencing,
or by using a plastic tubing insulator to protect the
Finish-Line Fencing as it passes through each hole in
the post. Leave at least one inch of insulator
protruding from both sides of the post. It is preferable
to have the insulator fit tightly, or glue it within
each hole. |
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2.
Stretching for Proper Tension |
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Always pull Finish-Line
Fencing strand from both ends, for proper tension. |
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Always start at the
bottom strand and work your way up to the top strand.
And, always leave enough extra fence (6-10 inches) on
both ends to attach a strand stretcher at vice grips.
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Finish-Line can also be
tensioned by hand, eliminating the need for special
tools. |
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As each strand of
Finish-Line Fencing is walked out, the strand should be
fastened at the far end. At the other end or stretching
end, pull each strand of Finish-Line hand tight. |
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Finish-Line Fencing
requires a tension of 3% of total strand length. For
example, a 400-foot length with a 3% tension, the total
length to be pulled is 12 feet (.03x400). |
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After each strand is
pulled hand-tight, mark one-half of the amount to be
pulled (6 feet of the 12 foot example) on each end of
the strand, and pull the mark to the end post. Do NOT
pull down hard on Finish-Line with a tension tool or
vice grips. Use just a little tension and pull directly
toward you. |
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Leave a small amount of
fence protruding through each fastening vice on end
posts. These strands can be lightly stapled to the end
post. With time, it may be necessary to retighten loose
strands caused by post movement. |
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Splicing - It is
recommended that strand joiners be used when splicing
Finish-Line strands, if splicing between posts is
necessary. Strain the strand ends to butt together, slip
on the strand joiner, and release. |
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Loss of Tension -
With time, the tension in Finish-Line Fencing may loosen
due to movement of fence posts. Fencing should be
checked occasionally for a resonant "twang" when each
strand is plucked. If this "twang" cannot be heard,
additional tightening is recommended after locating and
correcting loose posts |
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Electrified Wire
- Horses which have a tendency to rub fencing
continually or "play" with fencing can lead to problems
for the fence and the horse. In cases of frequent horse
contact with Finish-Line Fencing, an electrified wire is
recommended. |
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Finish-Line Fencing
cannot carry a electrical charge itself, but a
Finish-Line Fence can be electrified in several ways. |
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The inclusion of a
single electric strand is recommended as the best way to
reduce horse contact with the fence. Several products
are available that will complement your Finish-Line
Fencing appearance and safety. |
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An electrified fence
will reduce the overall number of posts and Finish-Line
strands needed. Using Finish-Line Fencing in combination
with an electrified wire, posts can be spaced 12 to 16
feet apart, and only 3 to 4 strands of Finish-Line
Fencing can be used. |
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If you have any questions,
please contact Ag-liner at 1-877-625-6100. |
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