How to assemble the belt squat

Hardware Included

Item	Qty	Notes
4½ in bolts	3	Long bolts for paddles (3 × 3) / weight horn (2 × 2-2 × 3)
3½ in bolts	3	Short bolts for paddles (2 × 2-2 × 3) / kickstand (3 × 3)
3½ in spacer & bolts	1 set	Sits opposite the weight horn
Washers – medium	7	For most joints
Washers – large	2	Under weight-horn & on long spacer
Washers – small	2	With spacer bolts
Nylock nuts – large	3	Long-bolt locations
Nylock nuts – small	1	Eye-bolt
Eye-bolt & rubber ring	1 ea	Load attachment point
Rubber bumpers	2	Factory-installed; may need relocating for 3 × 3 .

Assembly for 2 × 2 & 2 × 3 Racks

You’ll use:
・2 × 3 tube　・Paddles　・Weight-horn　・All three 3½ in bolts　・One 4½ in bolt
・3½ in spacer set　・Eye-bolt + nut + washer　・Rubber ring　・Hardware above

1. Attach the paddles
   1. Orient paddles so the UHMW plastic faces inward (toward the rack).
   2. Insert the three 3½ in bolts through the last three holes in the 2 × 3 tube.
   3. Add washers and thread on large nuts—finger tight for now.
2. Install spacer block
   • Slide the 3½ in spacer into its slot at the opposite end; secure with its two bolts and washers.
3. Add eye-bolt
   • Feed the eye-bolt through the smallest hole on the tube end; add washer and small nylock nut. Hand-tighten.
4. Mount the weight-horn
   1. Decide plate size: for 45 lb/20 kg plates, the fifth hole from the paddle end is typical.
   2. Insert the single 4½ in bolt with washer, add large washer on the far side, then screw the weight-horn on.
   3. Slide the rubber ring over the horn (protects plates).
5. Tighten everything
   • Once satisfied with horn position, fully torque all bolts.

Kickstand Installation (2 × 2 & 2 × 3)

1. Identify orientation: When “parked,” the kickstand tucks under the Mammoth frame.
2. Flip out the connection plate so holes align.
3. Choose location: Furthest forward hole on the tube maximizes stability.
4. Remove the rubber bumper (not needed when mounted).
5. Bolt the kickstand through the first 5⁄8 in hole; tighten.
6. Test fold-up / fold-down action before final torque.

Assembly for 3 × 3 Racks or Wall-Mount Bracket

You’ll use:
・2 × 3 tube　・Paddles　・Three 4½ in bolts (paddles)
・One 3½ in bolt (weight-horn)　・3½ in spacer set　・Eye-bolt set　・Rubber ring

1. Hold each bumper firmly, loosen the nut with a wrench (do not spin the rubber).
2. Re-install bumpers on the 3-inch side of the tube; tighten.
3. Attach paddles (length is adjustable)
4. Choose paddle position to lengthen or shorten the unit (always use three bolts).
5. Insert 4½ in bolts + washers, add washers & nuts, finger tight.
6. Install spacer, eye-bolt, and weight-horn

Follow the same order as the 2 × 3 build, but use the short (3½ in) bolt for the weight-horn. Add the rubber ring and fully tighten all hardware.

Kickstand Installation (3 × 3)

1. Confirm kickstand rests under the frame when folded.
2. Use two 3½ in bolts + washers + nuts to mount through the tube holes you selected.
3. Tighten and test.

Wall-Mount Bracket

1. Locate studs (if mounting on drywall) or pick a solid spot on a wood wall.
2. Pre-drill pilot holes (≈ 13⁄32 in / 10 mm).
3. Use the supplied lag screws to secure the bracket.
4. Aim for a final height between knee and hip when the Mammoth is docked.

Hook-Up & Use

1. Clip the carabiner to the belt’s top D-rings, then to the eye-bolt.
2. Select a mounting height that places the belt between knee and hip level.
3. Fold the kickstand down, load plates, step in, stand tall, and begin belt-squatting.

Common Issues & Quick Fixes

Issue	Cause	Fix
Kickstand handle hits 45 lb plate in 3 × 3 setup	Plate diameter too large	Add a 5-lb spacer plate before the 45-lb plate.
Rubber bumpers strip out	Twisting the bumper during removal	Hold the bumper still; turn the nut only.
Kickstand auto-engages when dropping from rows	Sudden impact jars the latch	Lower the unit under control or engage the kickstand deliberately after the set.