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    Aug 9, 2007, 01:49 PM
    Foundation vent installation
    Hi there,

    I need to install some foundation vents in my cinder block foundation. I already found an answer on how to make the hole for them however, after I get them in how do I secure them? Mortar maybe?

    Thanks in advance for any answers!

    Amy
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    Aug 9, 2007, 02:04 PM
    On The Vents They Should Have 4 Threaded Rods That You'll Use A Flat Head Screw Driver To Tighting Into The Brick Or Block In Your Case. But That's It Nothing Fancy On Attaching These
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    Aug 11, 2007, 10:15 PM
    There will be instructions in the box or on the box explaining and have a drawing, that is better than any thing we could type here. Good luck.
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