Does it work pretty well just standing on the ground or are you supposed to mount it on a wall?

The small metal stakes they give you combined with the small holes pretty much make anchoring the unit into the ground a joke. The wall or drilled out to larger holes and bolted/epoxied to a heavy masonry paver is the best.

See my (Elle) review for a photo--rec'd this from Amazon and began to hook it up. The brass fitting is stuffed with white tape. What to do?

If it is the hose fitting, Teflon tape is not going to do anything to help seal the hose to the fitting. That is the job of the washer in the female hose fitting. It seals the inside edges of the female side to the Leading Edge of the male side. The threaded swivel of the hose fitting (turny thingy) does not provide a seal. It only serves to pull the two ends together against the rubber washer tightly. Same goes for many other fitting types that unknowledgeable people will advise you to put tape or thread sealant on. ONLY tapered threads benefit from Teflon tape.

How would this work free-standing if you put a 45# barbell plate on the flat base part? Will that keep it from moving around?

I used one of those flat hoses on mine to help solve this problem. The unit is still too top-heavy for the base if not bolted down, but it helps immensely

The crank hits the legs. Is this normal or is mine defective?

You may need to do a little re bending. I did and fine after that. It's poor packing from the factory.

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Products 703-2 Multi-Purpose Steel Garden Hose Reel

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Brand
Liberty Garden
Color
Tan
Item dimensions L x W x H
21.5 x 16.3 x
Material
Steel
Style
Wall/Floor -

📏Holds up to 200-ft hose

🌧️Weather-resistant powder coat

🛠️13-gauge steel durability

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🌿 Reel in the power of effortless garden control!

WEATHER RESISTANT FINISH - Powder coated to resist rust and corrosion, ensuring your reel looks sharp season after season.
INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH STEEL - Built from tough 13-gauge steel for unmatched durability and long-lasting performance.
MASSIVE 200 FOOT CAPACITY - Accommodates up to 200 feet of 5/8-inch hose, perfect for extensive garden setups.
EFFORTLESS HOSE MANAGEMENT - Smooth manual operation lets you pull out and rewind your hose with ease—no more tangles or mess.
VERSATILE MOUNTING OPTIONS - Wall, lawn, turf, or non-skid floor mount with included rubber boots for ultimate stability.

The Liberty Garden Products 703-2 is a heavy-duty, multi-purpose hose reel crafted from 13-gauge steel with a weather-resistant powder coat finish. Designed to hold up to 200 feet of 5/8-inch hose, it offers versatile mounting options including wall, lawn, turf, or floor with non-skid rubber boots. This manual reel combines industrial strength with smooth operation, making hose storage and use seamless for any serious gardener.

Specifications

ASIN	B00080FGME
Best Sellers Rank	#50,940 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #216 in Garden Hose Reels
Brand Name	Liberty Garden
Capacity	2000 inches
Color	Tan
Customer Reviews	3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (2,620)
Global Trade Identification Number	00764736697032
Included Components	Hose Reel
Installation Method	Wall Mount
Item Dimensions	21.5 x 16.3 x 19 inches
Item Type Name	Wall/Floor Mount Hose Reel
Item Weight	15 pounds
Manufacturer	Liberty Garden Products
Manufacturer Part Number	703-1
Manufacturer Warranty Description	3 year limited warranty
Material Type	Steel
Model Number	703-2
Number of Items	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Style Name	Wall/Floor Mount Hose Reel - Tan
UPC	764736697032
Unit Count	1 Count

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