Field of Application
Reinforcing, securing and increasing the load-bearing capacity of GTS Allstar, Top, Friend.
- For very large, heavy treehouse projects.
- For increased load-bearing capacity with very soft wood (e.g. willow, poplar).
- For subsequent securing in case of overloading.
Of course, 2 “Strut GTS +” can also be used with one screw.
Difference to “Cable Suspension Set
- no disturbing cable run
- slightly higher load capacity as GTS Safety is pressed against the trunk.
Installation Instructions
Please follow our installation instructions exactly – this is the only way to ensure a permanently secure attachment!
What do you need:
- Pre-drilling the GTS Safety: 24mm Auger Bit
- Screwing in the GTS Safety: 1″ Ratchet
- Clamping the turnbuckle: steel tube ø < 12 mm
Working steps:
- The upper GTS must already be mounted.
- Remove the nut of the upper GTS
- Slide the “Strut GTs +” onto the shaft and leave them on the outside of the nut.
- !!! The turnbuckle must be closed 2/3 – both threads must be screwed in 2/3 !!!
- Hold the ring of the GTS Safety against the tree (vertically under the GTS) and drill a horizontal hole in the tree directly through the ring (depth = 145 mm).
- Turn in the GTS Safety.
- Tighten the turnbuckle firmly!
Here you will find sexy installation videos and detailed step-by-step instructions.
