Mount Gate Post Bracket and Pre-Hang Opener Arm
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What happens here
To prepare for the gate opener arm, attach the main mounting bracket to the gate post. The video shows the use of heavy-duty lag bolts for a strong attachment to a large king post, replacing the provided through-bolts which were too short for this particular post. Temporarily secure the bracket using a drill and a few screws to test the placement. Then, remove the safety pin from the gate opener arm, and pre-hang the arm onto the bracket. Reinsert the safety pin to hold it in place. This allows you to visually determine the optimal height and angle for the second bracket on the gate itself, ensuring at least one inch of clearance is maintained.
Goal: Secure the main mounting bracket and assess arm placement
Tools and materials
- Cordless Drill Milwaukee — Driving screws and pre-drilling holes for lag bolts
- Gate Opener Arm TMT Automation Inc — Temporarily attaching to the bracket to check positioning
- Lag Bolts — Securely fastening the bracket to a wooden post
- Main Mounting Bracket TMT Automation Inc — Connecting the gate opener arm to the gate post
- Safety Pin — Securing the opener arm to the mounting bracket