Making Your Own Gate Opener

I have double wood swing gates as you did and your blog will be extremely helpful.

Making your own gate opener.

How to make your own automatic gate opener. Build a complete automatic gate opener system with operator solar panel remote keypad and vehicle sensor. V track gates can also be used with the alternative choice discussed earlier as well. Have you had to make any repairs or modifications to keep the gate running smooth.

For more detailed instructions on how to build a driveway gate you can check out other guides on the internet. Making control box is easy but with sensors and keypads it is tough to make. The gate opener suited for your driveway gate will depend on the weight of your gate and whether it slides or swings. Can i make my own control system box.

The gate opener relies upon electricity and is battery operated. Again you will need an extra 3 feet of space for an electric gate opener as well. Where can i find the solar gate opener kit. The battery needs changing periodically the batter can be charged by solar power making it suitable for installation at any location.

Better option is to purchase one as they are made waterproof too. You can purchase them online or you can buy from any solar appliances outlet. As discussed before these types of gates take up quite a bit of space as you need enough space for the gates to sit when they are open. Great job i really like your design.

Once your gate is already functioning properly it will be easy to install a gate opener. All ghost controls automatic gate opener kits are designed for the do it. It s been approximately 2 years since the date of this posting and your build. Gate measurements pickets the structural frame pickets are inch in length and inch in width with a thickness of 090 inches.

This is 30 thicker than most gates on the market.