I bought the same brand and model. Your video is very well made. The closeups and various angle shots really help. Thank you for going through so much trouble to help us all out!
I learned the hard way when you bury electrical wires it’s best to run them in conduit even if the wire says it doesn’t have it’s advisable especially when there’s rocks like you have crossing the driveway it only takes one halfway sharp rock to cut the wire and then it starts shorting out causing you problems that’s my experience and opinion buddy thanks for sharing I’m sure this is going to be really nice especially when it’s raining or something you don’t have to get out and open the gates
@@TonysTractorAdventurei know I just wanted to give you my experience I had lol it looks really nice I’d love to get a gate on my driveway but it’s not in a good spot for one
Thank you for an excellent video. My husband is installing this opener on our gate and your instructions were excellent. I don't know anything about installing gates, but after watching this, I could probably do it! LOL
Perfect timing so I can finally start on my sub-driveway gate! Material choice out it on stand still and finally decided in tubing mesh with artificial foliage pannels facing thr streetl. Ill be sure to use your link for any amazon purchases. Thank you!
Due to theft of my gate opening system. I bought a metal locking tool box and mounted. Then I placed all my batteries and electronics inside. So far it has deterred any further thefts.
Very nice Gate system. Looks more time consuming than anything. Step by step. When you were all done and Gismo comes walking thru, I thought, O Gismo has his own controller. Be very nice on crummy days. Thanks Toni
To keep from crushing the gate tubing when mounting the arm to the gate I used a piece of chain link 1 7/8 pole cut it in half and sandwiched the the gate tubing then mounted the gate hardware. Has been working great for the last 7 years.
One suggestion I have seen is to mount the gear box end of the arm a little bit higher than the gate end of the arm. This will tend to direct rain water off the end of the arm rather than it tending to flow back into the mechanics of the arm. I've seen people having to open the arms up and remove water from the mechanisms.
This looks like a great gate system. I am impressed that you can see the tiny switches! You must be pretty secure about your area being safe from vandalism; you did not put the solar panel up on a high pole. That makes me happy. Gizmo looks great and say hello to Tanja for me. Now the expo seems like ages ago.
Y'all have really smartened up the front of that property, Tony! One day we'll go to a gate opener, but for now, it's get out of the truck and open the gate the old way! Take care. B&D (PGH)
Something to note for further trouble shooting problems in the future. A lot of sound Equipment uses those green Euro Connectors. I have used them since they were invented and most of the Trouble I have experienced that the screw terminals do not stay tight especially with changing temps. Come back in a few months and check them. Even the Factory ones. I always hated seeing Equipment come in with them You could saved even more money just using a single gang outdoor Box for the Slave Drive. Thank Tony. Mike M
Thank you for the video Tony and it was great help for my project. Just about that two Bolt which was popping out would have been put it other way around. So you don't need to cut it or grind it. I'm not sure i felt that way.
A square type U bolt attached to the gate would be a good choice. Also that battery box depending on the part of country would be up out of snow and mud splatter.
Hercules tools i ended up buying a grinder circular saw a drill from harbor freight and they are probably the best tools I’ve ever bought super strong and battery lasts a long time plus the price is half as others
Instead of trimming off the end of the protruding bolts, you could use them to mount a sign with your logo, address number, or maybe reflector to help spot where the gate is at night..
Just gettig around to putting mine up.. it's been freezing here in MO. Got one arm up this weekend. Had put up the solar panel, battery box and controller board about 3-4 months ago (it's was cold then too). My gate is wooden and looks no where as good as yours lol but at this point idc lol.. I'll try and get it up over the next couple of weeks or so.
Never heard of a pilot drill bit. I have used two sizes smaller to drill a pilot hole. The next time I am at the hardware store, I will look for a set of pilot drill bits.
Great video. Thank you. My gate opener could never connect to 120 VAC… too far from any power. Can I assume then I won’t need that uninterrupted power supply module? Thx
thanks. this was really helpful. I'm in the midst of installing these on my driveway gate. (28 years of getting out to open the gate was long enough...) One question I had was that the bottom of the control panel only has the three openings. One has the cord going out for power and the other two are for the gate control wire, right? I purchased the wand sensor that has to be wired into the control panel also, but it doesn't look like the openings are wide enough for two wires, especially with the little water protection cover. Have you had to run two wires into any of those openings?
My question here is - What if you don't have an additional lock on the gate (which of course defeats not having to leave your car), what's to stop someone with one of those release keys from just releasing the arms and pushing the gates open?
Nothing. They can take a chainsaw and cut the post off. It is not a prison gate. It is only meant to be a deterrent. If someone wants in, they will get in.
What is to keep someone with a chainsaw from cutting the posts down? What if someone with a helicopter lands on the other side of the fence? I am not that worried about it. If someone wants in, they will get in.
Did you buy the gates black or did you have to paint them? I’m having a hard time finding that style gate in black. I have only found a green or galvanized version. Helpful video though thanks for your time.
I wouldn't have through bolted. That gate will now rust faster now that the finish has been compromised. I would have either welded a strap to that bracket or bolted it to the bracket, and then used "U" bolts.
Hi Tony, I'm installing my dual swing gate opener. Can you please tell me what wire size you use to connect the right size gate opener, the one you put underground. The solar panel I have is 20 watts and came without wire and the closest distance I can install for full sun is 30 feet's. What size of wire should I use. Thank you.
My master arm is opening perfectly but only closing half way, I have adjusted the screw on the bottom of the arm multiple times and still stopping at the same spot, any advice??
@@TonysTractorAdventure it might be different stateside but in England because of two fatal accidents concerning two children by law we have to show the gates are safe, by fitting photo cells to stop the gates shutting on a vehicle or person also safety edges and finger traps for the hinge posts. Keep up the good work 👍
not sure bout those screws bubba, it comes with lags, you need the shaft diameter but I will say it may save the plates if it breaks the screw-heads instead of bending the plate like it has on mine a few times
@@TonysTractorAdventure the lag-bolts have a thick diameter, those gates can get pushed by the wind or even just some fool that decides to push on the gate enough to bend that connection plate even though its mighty thick. So just saying it could also be enough to bend those screws or snap the head off leaving you with an extraction...not fun. But I did not see the screws in detail, maybe they are just as stout as the lags?
@@TonysTractorAdventure yeah the lags will take mighty force if someone pushes the fence, not sure screws will resist snapping, it is tough for them to build-in compliance cause it all has to be stiff but something will give if the gate gets hit hard enough
@@TonysTractorAdventure just realized my gate is full-sized and you have more stout plates with that model...your prob good to go still it cant hurt to add sign "do not push on gate" lotta democrats wandering around lost in the woods nowadays. ha! ;]
HOWdy T-T-A-H, ... If you get a chance = could you do the SAME thing with a CANTILEVER type Gate Opener ? Thanks COOP the WiSeNhEiMeR from Richmond, INDIANA ...
seems like an easy opportunity for someone to steal your entire setup within 10 minutes. also , no way someone couldn't push through that or just unlock it with the key. i'll save the 2 grand and use a heavy chain and lock and 20 seconds of inconvenience to unlock the gate.
You misunderstand. It is to keep random people out and honest people out. If I was a crook, I would cut through your chain with a heavy battery power die grinder in 30 seconds and take what I want including your heavy chain. Your chain is more of a prize than my gate.
3 problems! 1. Put at small plate where you bolt to the gate. Especially on pipe. 2. Trim your wires instead of zip ties. 3. Always put wires in conduit bid enough to put other wires in for extra lights. Messy not tidy!
This comment was actually supposed to be on another site about eye problems not about your gate install which I thought was great and helped me alot. so thanks for posting it , sorry about the mix up
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I bought the same brand and model. Your video is very well made. The closeups and various angle shots really help. Thank you for going through so much trouble to help us all out!
I learned the hard way when you bury electrical wires it’s best to run them in conduit even if the wire says it doesn’t have it’s advisable especially when there’s rocks like you have crossing the driveway it only takes one halfway sharp rock to cut the wire and then it starts shorting out causing you problems that’s my experience and opinion buddy thanks for sharing I’m sure this is going to be really nice especially when it’s raining or something you don’t have to get out and open the gates
It will be fine as deep as I bury it.
@@TonysTractorAdventurei know I just wanted to give you my experience I had lol it looks really nice I’d love to get a gate on my driveway but it’s not in a good spot for one
I thought about setting my gate back about 20ft. I kind of wished I had.
@@TonysTractorAdventure I certainly agree. Things (traffic) change over time. Not rocket science as you say, it can be moved if it becomes necessary.
Agreed. It's about the rocks more than the depth.
Thank you for an excellent video. My husband is installing this opener on our gate and your instructions were excellent. I don't know anything about installing gates, but after watching this, I could probably do it! LOL
Glad it helped!
Perfect timing so I can finally start on my sub-driveway gate! Material choice out it on stand still and finally decided in tubing mesh with artificial foliage pannels facing thr streetl. Ill be sure to use your link for any amazon purchases. Thank you!
Thank you for the kind words and use of the link. It all helps
You are so right mate so happy to see you back as always hope all is ok at your end mate Joe
Doing great here.
Due to theft of my gate opening system. I bought a metal locking tool box and mounted. Then I placed all my batteries and electronics inside. So far it has deterred any further thefts.
We have more trouble with nosy people and not much with theft.
Very nice Gate system. Looks more time consuming than anything. Step by step. When you were all done and Gismo comes walking thru, I thought, O Gismo has his own controller. Be very nice on crummy days. Thanks Toni
Gizmo cracked me up. He went out and walked up to the gate, waiting for me to open it up.
To keep from crushing the gate tubing when mounting the arm to the gate I used a piece of chain link 1 7/8 pole cut it in half and sandwiched the the gate tubing then mounted the gate hardware. Has been working great for the last 7 years.
Nice idea. I may tack-weld it later.
The installment was very clear, thanks for making even a amateur feel they could take on such a project.
Again Thanks! 👍👍👍
Thank you. I am an amateur! 😁
One suggestion I have seen is to mount the gear box end of the arm a little bit higher than the gate end of the arm. This will tend to direct rain water off the end of the arm rather than it tending to flow back into the mechanics of the arm. I've seen people having to open the arms up and remove water from the mechanisms.
That sound very smart. Thank you for the idea.
@36:47 "Thank you for pointing it out I didnt think it throught" 🤣 "You're welcome" ...."OK"...... Your wife is a smart cookie...
She is awesome.
This looks like a great gate system. I am impressed that you can see the tiny switches! You must be pretty secure about your area being safe from vandalism; you did not put the solar panel up on a high pole. That makes me happy. Gizmo looks great and say hello to Tanja for me. Now the expo seems like ages ago.
Everyone around here has at least 20 guns each and heavy equipment. Crime is very low.
@@TonysTractorAdventureand heavy equipment 😂😂
Just like the windows on house it on keeps honest people honest. Thieves with bolt cutters, hammers and grinders will get thru almost everything fast.
@@safffff1000where do you live?
@@vadimnesen8060 in safe rural MO. surround with gun owners
Y'all have really smartened up the front of that property, Tony! One day we'll go to a gate opener, but for now, it's get out of the truck and open the gate the old way! Take care. B&D (PGH)
Thank you. We have another 700ft of fence to do in the near future. That will really help finish the front-up.
Very detailed instruction. Gives me confidence to get one for my gate.
Thank you. The gate is still working perfect. It is not overly fast, but with two gates opening at the same time, it works well.
Thank you for this video! I will watch it later tonight.
It is a long one.
@@TonysTractorAdventure Yes it is. Chief I had to pause the video and take a nap. Cool overcast, raining here in SWFL at the moment.
I got a nap in this afternoon!
I really injoy all the content you guys put on your channel thanks for taking the time to be so informative
Our pleasure!
Something to note for further trouble shooting problems in the future.
A lot of sound Equipment uses those green Euro Connectors. I have used them since they were invented and most of the Trouble I have experienced that the screw terminals do not stay tight especially with changing temps.
Come back in a few months and check them. Even the Factory ones. I always hated seeing Equipment come in with them
You could saved even more money just using a single gang outdoor Box for the Slave Drive.
Thank Tony.
Mike M
Thank you. I like how it turned out. I will keep an eye on the connectors.
Thank you for the video Tony and it was great help for my project. Just about that two Bolt which was popping out would have been put it other way around. So you don't need to cut it or grind it. I'm not sure i felt that way.
A square type U bolt attached to the gate would be a good choice. Also that battery box depending on the part of country would be up out of snow and mud splatter.
No snow. Thank you
Nice clean install
Thank you brother.
Very helpful and well instructed video.
Glad it was helpful!
WOW Tony Very very nice job! That is so nice when you come and go!
Thank you. I love it.
Nice work Tony, that backhoe really makes light work of that ditch. Great video!👍🏻
I am against a shovel! 🤣🤣🤣
Not bad for a good old country boy 👍😎
Thank you. I like how it turned out.
Y’all make a good team.
Thank you. I appreciate the support.
Brilliant. Best I have seen.
Thank you. I am glad it helped.
You worked like a pro! Nice job!
Thank you so much. The gate still works wonderfully.
BEAUTIFUL JOB TONY.
Thank you
Great video Tony and Tanya I liked it thank you
I appreciate your comments. Thank you
They need to add sound effects to the control. You know squeaky or clanking or whatever you choose. 😆 looks good!
I was impressed at how well it works. Thank you
Good video Awesome job on the gate opener install
Thank you
great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Great video! I have the same project coming this spring
I am happy with how it turned out. It seems to be a good gate kit.
Hercules tools i ended up buying a grinder circular saw a drill from harbor freight and they are probably the best tools I’ve ever bought super strong and battery lasts a long time plus the price is half as others
I 100% agree.
Instead of trimming off the end of the protruding bolts, you could use them to mount a sign with your logo, address number, or maybe reflector to help spot where the gate is at night..
All good ideas. Thank you
Love it. Great stuff here. Good job.
Much appreciated!
Thanks .. great video ..just bought one and we r about to install it ..this will help a great deal 👍
Glad it helped
Great work Tony! 😎 👍👍
Thank you. I love how it turned out.
36:50 you didn’t think it through 😂😂😂😂
Thank you for your opinion.
I set my timer for 60 secs too. That’s plenty of time before they start to close again
I agree. It has worked beautifully.
Looks awesome
Thank you, Bill. We are happy with the out come.
Very good project
thank you, im going to do the same on our gate. I also have an expert helper. or (sidekick)
Gizmo dog is on the job.
Pro tip angle the unit ~1% down to prevent water from running back up into the armature device.
Amazing vid thank you
Glad you enjoyed it. It is still going strong.
Great video sir..very helpful
Thank you for saying so.
Just gettig around to putting mine up.. it's been freezing here in MO. Got one arm up this weekend. Had put up the solar panel, battery box and controller board about 3-4 months ago (it's was cold then too). My gate is wooden and looks no where as good as yours lol but at this point idc lol.. I'll try and get it up over the next couple of weeks or so.
Never heard of a pilot drill bit. I have used two sizes smaller to drill a pilot hole. The next time I am at the hardware store, I will look for a set of pilot drill bits.
You do that
That HF drill has a chunky battery on the bottom. Kind of looks like me after Thanksgiving Dinner.
That is the new biggest battery Hercules offers. It is a bit of an overkill, but it works great.
The little wire think is called a CGB... Core Grip Bushing.
You could pickup on for you power crossover.
I used a sealant that will hold better than the CGB. Still, it would have looked clean with them installed.
I'd install pvc. If something happens to that conductor on either end, you can pull new conductor in without digging.
I would have used silicone filledwire nuts for panel wiring. commonly used in irrigation valves.
Probably a very smart idea.
Nice job.
Dude has giant paws
Very nice
Thank you
Great video. Thank you. My gate opener could never connect to 120 VAC… too far from any power. Can I assume then I won’t need that uninterrupted power supply module? Thx
You will need the uninterrupted power module. It combines both 110v and solar. No way around it.
Nice video, when are you going to start on ur Log cabin
Maybe this week
thanks. this was really helpful. I'm in the midst of installing these on my driveway gate. (28 years of getting out to open the gate was long enough...) One question I had was that the bottom of the control panel only has the three openings. One has the cord going out for power and the other two are for the gate control wire, right? I purchased the wand sensor that has to be wired into the control panel also, but it doesn't look like the openings are wide enough for two wires, especially with the little water protection cover. Have you had to run two wires into any of those openings?
My question here is - What if you don't have an additional lock on the gate (which of course defeats not having to leave your car), what's to stop someone with one of those release keys from just releasing the arms and pushing the gates open?
Nothing. They can take a chainsaw and cut the post off. It is not a prison gate. It is only meant to be a deterrent. If someone wants in, they will get in.
So what prevents a vehicle or tractor from simply pushing the 2 gates in the middle and it will open up? I think I would still put a chain around.
What is to keep someone with a chainsaw from cutting the posts down? What if someone with a helicopter lands on the other side of the fence? I am not that worried about it. If someone wants in, they will get in.
Did you buy the gates black or did you have to paint them? I’m having a hard time finding that style gate in black. I have only found a green or galvanized version. Helpful video though thanks for your time.
That's the cats meow rite their. It's not loud and clanky.
I am pleased with it. It seems like a good kit.
@@TonysTractorAdventure yes sir.
Have you ever thought of using a "U" bolt?
Nice video. You better redo the middle wires.
What middle wire?
I wouldn't have through bolted. That gate will now rust faster now that the finish has been compromised. I would have either welded a strap to that bracket or bolted it to the bracket, and then used "U" bolts.
Thank you for your insight.
thats one sensitive mic you got, heard a fly pass by. ;]
Tony love the gate opener where did you get them from and the battery box thank you 😜
All the information is in the description of the video.
Wheres the locking mechanism they sell.
Hi Tony, I'm installing my dual swing gate opener. Can you please tell me what wire size you use to connect the right size gate opener, the one you put underground. The solar panel I have is 20 watts and came without wire and the closest distance I can install for full sun is 30 feet's. What size of wire should I use. Thank you.
Sorry, that was a couple years ago.
Master gate opens 1st for you when you have an electronic lock installed.
My master arm is opening perfectly but only closing half way, I have adjusted the screw on the bottom of the arm multiple times and still stopping at the same spot, any advice??
Sounds like the limit switches are not in the right place.
Conduit is your best friend unless you are using direct burial cable.
It was rated for direct bury. If it becomes a problem, I will fix it.
rust gard paint?
I think I will paint the whole gate this spring.
I WOULD HAVE PUT IT IN PVC.
I think it will be okay because I have buried it deep.
How do you lock the gates together?
I don't lock the gates together. There's the kit you can add but I think it's useless. Eastgate systems are only good to keep out honest people.
@@TonysTractorAdventure OK. I want to keep my cattle.
Great job but you need to start thinking about safety and containing your cables but great job 👍
Not sure what you are talking about with safety.
@@TonysTractorAdventure it might be different stateside but in England because of two fatal accidents concerning two children by law we have to show the gates are safe, by fitting photo cells to stop the gates shutting on a vehicle or person also safety edges and finger traps for the hinge posts. Keep up the good work 👍
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the hot cocoa
Not sure what you mean
What make and model number is this gate opener.
I have no idea. I thought I'd put a link in the description but this was 2 years ago.
Why not give prices ? That would be helpful and why you went with that brand and not another brand ?
I am not your personal shopper🤣🤣😁😁😇
not sure bout those screws bubba, it comes with lags, you need the shaft diameter but I will say it may save the plates if it breaks the screw-heads instead of bending the plate like it has on mine a few times
I am not really understand what you're talking about.
@@TonysTractorAdventure the lag-bolts have a thick diameter, those gates can get pushed by the wind or even just some fool that decides to push on the gate enough to bend that connection plate even though its mighty thick. So just saying it could also be enough to bend those screws or snap the head off leaving you with an extraction...not fun. But I did not see the screws in detail, maybe they are just as stout as the lags?
@@TonysTractorAdventure yeah the lags will take mighty force if someone pushes the fence, not sure screws will resist snapping, it is tough for them to build-in compliance cause it all has to be stiff but something will give if the gate gets hit hard enough
@@TonysTractorAdventure just realized my gate is full-sized and you have more stout plates with that model...your prob good to go still it cant hurt to add sign "do not push on gate" lotta democrats wandering around lost in the woods nowadays. ha! ;]
The top mounting pin should be flipped over. Someone can lift the gate off even if the gate is chained closed...just saying.
You didn't watch the whole video.
HOWdy T-T-A-H, ...
If you get a chance = could you do the SAME thing with a CANTILEVER type Gate Opener ?
Thanks
COOP
the WiSeNhEiMeR from Richmond, INDIANA
...
Thank you for the info. I am always looking for new ideas.
Wouldn’t cost much to put it in conduit
Cost less to not.
seems like an easy opportunity for someone to steal your entire setup within 10 minutes. also , no way someone couldn't push through that or just unlock it with the key. i'll save the 2 grand and use a heavy chain and lock and 20 seconds of inconvenience to unlock the gate.
You misunderstand. It is to keep random people out and honest people out. If I was a crook, I would cut through your chain with a heavy battery power die grinder in 30 seconds and take what I want including your heavy chain. Your chain is more of a prize than my gate.
@@TonysTractorAdventure agree. anyone can get through anything but… ur set up costs thousands. All I need to do with yours is pull the cotter pin out.
3 problems! 1. Put at small plate where you bolt to the gate. Especially on pipe. 2. Trim your wires instead of zip ties. 3. Always put wires in conduit bid enough to put other wires in for extra lights. Messy not tidy!
Thank you for your opinion. My gate still works great.
To much video to watch about unimportant stuff. I gave up
Some people are weaker than others.
This comment was actually supposed to be on another site about eye problems not about your gate install which I thought was great and helped me alot. so thanks for posting it , sorry about the mix up
I have one question what does a little father mean 😂 is it wire or water
That's not fair. I don't get to hear you talk. 👍😁
Dude has giant paws