Gate is iron, well built about 14ft long.

Has a circuit already ran to it underground. Haven’t had a chance to make sure that’s in workable condition or not.

Any suggestions or recommendations on brands. Also with all the different bells and whistles, which ones are a must and which ones aren’t?

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Posted by bootlegger

Ponchatoula

Member since Dec 2012

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Posted on 6/20/22 at 6:32 pm to SuperSaint

Had a friend install mine about 8 years ago. Told him I didn't mind spending the extra money for something very low maintenance, and reliable. He recommended the Patriot II from USAutomatic. I haven't had to touch it since install.

ETA: I have double 8' gates

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Posted by KingofZydeco

On da bayou

Member since Jul 2009

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Posted on 6/20/22 at 10:03 pm to SuperSaint

I have a mighty mule and I put in the same for my dad. It is nothing fancy, but it’s been going strong for 4+ years.

It’s equipped with a hard wire “cycle” circuit that I wired a $15 WiFi relay switch to. I can remotely open/close my gate from my phone or via Alexa.

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Posted by cberni1

Metry

Member since Jun 2012

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Posted on 6/21/22 at 9:17 am to SuperSaint

I just went through this research for 2 6ft privacy gates and i'll provide my opinion based on what I found. You'll never regret more than you need since this gate opener will be working alot along with any wind events or accidents that could break the hydraulic rod. I had to accept this and spend more but I likely won't regret it.

That said, i was looking at might mule and ghost controls as these 2 are the more affordable residential gate openers. Lift masters appears to be better but will also cost you more ($1k+). I ended up going with ghost controls because their heavy duty version held more weight and fit my installation needs better whereas Mighty mule has had mixed reviews and didn't have as strong of a gate opener for my needs.

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