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Old 03-03-2017, 05:19 AM
 
Location: Bel Air, California
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Probably about 150-200lb gate when wet-will dry out some and get lighter. The ground is very hard even when it rains and I'm hoping by putting two rails and making it as level as possible, it won't be too hard to open/close. I can always add cement and a track later if it becomes a problem. Last option would be electric although it's close enough to have that done if absolutely needed.
can't wait to see the finished result
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Old 03-06-2017, 06:07 AM
 
Location: Lilburn GA
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I finished up the fence and started building the gate this weekend. I'll definitely need to level the ground and probably pour some concrete, the gate weighs at least 150lbs. I bought the Stanley 12 ft rail but haven't installed as yet. I think once it's lined up it will look good.
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Old 03-06-2017, 06:37 AM
 
Location: LI,NY zone 7a
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Looks great! I would suggest adding one more wheel tho. Each wheel should be centered under those uprights to carry the full load. The way it is now, you are gonna have a sag problem over time.
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Old 03-06-2017, 05:18 PM
 
Location: Lilburn GA
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Looks great! I would suggest adding one more wheel tho. Each wheel should be centered under those uprights to carry the full load. The way it is now, you are gonna have a sag problem over time.
I'll probably do so once I add the rail and level the ground, right now, the center wheel isn't even touching the ground
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