Slide works as purchased. I installed it on a 5 foot platform and it is really fast for the kids which is cool with me. A few notes on installation, the screws that come with it are only an inch long. I would use longer to attached the slide to the platform. In addition, the middle support needs to be buried 12 inches and a front support needs to be buried 2 inches below grade to a depth of 18 inches. Make sure you are where you can dig and you do not have any sprinkler lines in the way. You will also need a 1/2 inch wrench and socket to put the two halves together.