MOUNTING SURFACE: wood studs (16" on center)
FASTENING HARDWARE: 2" fine thread drywall screw (x2)
SYMMETRY: optimal
BOLT PATTERN: 15.7" x 15.7" (400mm x 400mm)
WEIGHT APPLIED: 500 lbs. approx. (maximum capacity of current rig)
FAILURE: no
DAMAGE: one of the screws was slightly bent (but not outside range of acceptability)
CONCLUSION:
- This mount can support more than a quarter of a ton without flinching
- 2 inch drywall screws (x2) are adequate for securing the "support bar"
- This mounting solution is practically free in regards to the materials cost (just under $5 makes about 4 of them)