Eastern Jungle Gym Easy 1-2-3 A-Frame 2 Brackets for Swing Set with All Mounting Hardware, Green

The bracket itself is rather self-explanatory. In my opinion, no instructions were needed, so it fits that none were provided. At first glance, this is a heavy-duty piece of equipment. It seems to be very solid and well made. Ive already installed it on one end of our swing set beam. I feel confident that this will support our backyard swing set. The only complaint (which has been resolved by quick and excellent Amazon customer service) is that I ordered a pair, but only received a single bracket. That put a damper on our construction timeline, but not a big deal. Just teaches all of us a lesson in patience. Amazon is sending the second one to us for free with two-day shipping.

There are no instructions provided but its easy enough to figure out. Be sure to buy pressure-treated ground contact wood for 1) the swing set to last and 2) to keep the carpenter bees away. Also, its easier to stain the wood with a quality outdoor stain or sealer before you assemble it.

I had two problems. The first was just a mistake, I was sent a single bracket when I ordered the set of 2. This was resolved through an return, but I had to hassle with sending one of the brackets back. Im surprised there was not a better way to just have them send me a second bracket. I guess I should have called or chatted with Amazon rather than just creating a return. The second problem and one that other people have had from the reviews was getting the 4x6 through the end of the bracket. I bought a pressure treated 4x6x8 from Lowes to build the swing set. I was able to get both ends in the bracket, but it was very snug. I used a rubber mallet and a block of wood, the first side took quite a bit of hammering, but it went on with relatively no issues. The second side however, once the bracket was about 6 inches on I could not get it to budge with the mallet. It wasnt coming off either. I decide that the weight of the 4x6 would help me so I stood it on end, laid piece of 4x4 on the ground and repeatedly lifted and dropped the end hitting the 4x4 piece to prevent damaging the bracket or the concrete. I probably looked ridiculous, (but my kids thought I was pretty awesome haha). This worked very well until I got to the last 2 1/2 inches. At that point I hit another stopping point. Even dropping it like this would only move it millimeters. Of course at this point I realized maybe I should have done a little more prep, but the first one went on okay so I really thought I could get the second one on as well. Honestly, Im stuck right now. I want to get the 4x6 fully into the bracket, but Im trying to figure out how to do this with the last two inches. It wouldnt be that big of a deal, but I want the wood behind the full welded portion of the bracket to prevent any wear from twisting. Its probably okay honestly. Today Im going to try to get some oil through the bracket and see if that will get things moving again. So if you actually read this, take my advice and prep the end of the wood if its a snug fit (file/sand/chisel). It might seem like it will go on at first, but once you get it on, if its tight, its impossible to get off. Ill update my review if Im able to get it to work with the oil. Unfortunately with my schedule that will have to wait until closer to the weekend. Update: I was finally able to get the bracket all the way to the end of the beam. I first shot some oil into the back of the bracket and set the 4x6 up so that the end that had the oil was facing up allowing the oil to run down the seams between the 4X6 and the bracket. I then greased the remaining portion inside the bracket. I used a drill in the corners where I could see the 4x6 was rubbing against the bracket to relieve some of the pressure (but the drill bit only went so far). I waited for a few hours to let the oil settle in and then tried again. It still took an enormous amount of force, picking up and dropping the 4x6, but it started moving again. Im relieved I was able to get it to work, but yeah, this project was supposed to be easy!

If you use a 4 x 6 for the main post you will have to trim it about 1/8” to 1/4” on both sides. A planer or a table saw will work. It takes some effort but this was preferable for me because of how I affixed the swing. Running the brackets between a pair of 2 x 6 did not seem to be as sturdy but the makers state they use that method.

I had the thing built in an hour

Swing set

This product works decent enough, however you may want to put in some additional support that I showed in the picture. After two years, the entire swingset moves away more than I feel comfortable with; so you can go by the hardware store and pick up some steel conduit piping, Cut into 2 foot lengths, hammer each end flat and drill a hole. Then mount them as a hypotenuse to the corners and it will stiffen up the entire swingset and make it way more safe

So after reading through all of the reviews and comparing this to other similar products I found this one to be the best. Now as a woman was it easy.. not really but easier than expected. I used 4x6x12 for beam and 4x4x8 for legs. I purchased the lag screws for the belt swing anchors. Other than that.. this was a good experience for me and the children. I did have to tap the wood a little. The wood to me was just heavy and please have some help. Lifting this was incredibly difficult and Requires some strong folks. All of the lad screws and washers came in box. Being a little hefty hefty (LOL) I decided to see if it would handle my weight AND IT DOES! With this pandemic going on I really needed this. If you are unsure of buying the pricey 3500$ gym sets just get this, the children just want to swing. O yeah if you use the 8ft legs get extra chain bc I had to hop up on the swing. The wood fit in my traverse to. Now it took me 2 half days to put it together because I used hand tools. Dont be like me get a drill that is Fully charged. Overall I would buy this again and will be adding a rock wall soon!

I built a swing for my wife out of an old swing we found on a neighbors curb. Four 4x4’s and a 4x6 fit well into the brackets. I am planning to use the same from for a swing for our kids one day. I like how you can customize whatever you want to build.

Easiest swing set Ive ever built.