To Make a Chain Link Gate 
 
If you have already built a chain link fence, and plan to add a gate. This is not too big to deal to do yourself with some basic guidelines. You can also do this if you want to remove a section of fence and want to put in a new gate in its place.

1.
Put the gate together according to the specifications and the space you have. Attach the chain links to the square frame of the gate, with the top and bottom sections properly affixed to their according sides and sides affixed to brackets you may need to cut to fit inside the framework. You may do this either by wrapping with some pliers or by soldering.

2.
Affix the two post gate hinges to one side of the end post and tighten the bolts. (i.e. if you put these on the right side the gate will open on the left.) These should be placed an equal distance from the ground and top. Use a tape measure to get the proper distance.

3.
Install the post hinges in the hinges, with the bottom hinge having a pin facing upward and the top hinge having a downward facing pin. This is to ensure the gate cannot easily be removed.

4.
Install the gate fork latch on the opposite side, or in other words, the opposing gate post. This way, the gate can be opened and closed easily.

by Joy on 2010-8-19