plate 8 with u215d u2033 center hole and exterior dimensions such that plate extends approximately u00b1 u00bc u2033 larger than post bottom on all sides do not abrade or roughen sst plate saturate post bottom and approximately u00b1 u00bd u2033 up post sides with penetrating epoxy 6 when epoxy surface become tacky generously apply marine grade polyurethane sealant 7 to post bottom mount plate 8 onto rebar rod 5 align with post bottom and lightly clamp to squeeze out excess polyurethane 7 the excess polyurethane squeezeout material should be molded or shaped to form a concave meniscus between the sst plate and post bottom edges let polyurethane sealant cure according to manufacturer instructions for pre existing concrete footings drill appropriate size hole to accommodate protruding rebar rod 5 and imbed post anchor assembly using structural epoxy following manufacturer instructions according to an aspect of the invention a preferred concrete footing fabrication method for above wood post anchor will now be outlined for poor load bearing soils extreme climates high wind loading chemical exposure etc appropriate modifications will be required by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims for instance exposure to high salt conditions near marine environments may justify the use of pressure treated post 1 2 316 stainless steel rebar.