Bought these Pyle Car Driveway Adjustable Curb Ramps about 4 years ago when we moved in, but finally got around to fixing them in place with some stainless steel concrete anchors just recently. If you're tired of the jarring bump at the end of your driveway, this does the trick!
With a hammer drill, 1/2" concrete bit, a shop vacuum and a straw (I'll explain) I was able to install these in about an hour. The instructions for the concrete anchors indicate to remove all concrete dust from the hole prior to inserting the anchor. At first I attempted to vacuum up all the dust created by drilling the holes, but that only got the dust above and slightly beneath the top of the hole. Then it occurred to me to insert a straw down in the hole, blow into it, and vacuum the dust as I blew it out of the hole. Worked like a charm!!! Now we can drive (not slowly creep) into our driveway without the jarring bump we used to feel. The ramps work without the anchors, but our street slopes slightly and the ramps would slowly creep down the street. About every 2 weeks I'd have to drag them back up the hill.
I used 1/2" concrete anchors but 3/8" would probably work too. The holes in the ramps barely accommodated a 1/2" bolt and the washers wouldn't fit in the holes. The nuts seem to grab the ramp pretty well though so I don't think the lack of washers will make a difference.
Needless to say, this "investment" has been worth every penny!! If you've got a car that's low to the ground, you'd especially appreciate these ramps.
Be blessed,
Tom
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