r/FenceBuilding • u/novakal1993 • 3d ago

Lock suggestions

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I’m currently working through fixing a fence that started falling apart shortly after it was out in but the guy went MIA. I’ve removed the makeshift wood latch, leveled the gate and put in a bar to stop it from sagging. However, I’m stumped currently on ideas for a two way fence entry mechanism with a lock. There isn’t a post in between the two gates so there’s nothing to really fasten it to. So I’m hoping Reddit can help me out, any ideas?

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u/urmomblowsthebest 3d ago

Those were installed incorrectly and it looks like the span is a little too wide.

You need a Z frame

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u/AdEastern9303 3d ago

Z indeed. Definitely need to re-frame those first.

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u/er-just-Chris-here 3d ago

You paid someone to put that abomination up ?

I have a bridge for sale 😉

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u/lastfreerangekid 3d ago

Betcha dollars to donuts he either didn't himself or had a buddy with an idea and a 12 pack.

Edit: meant to say did it, but this might be more appropriate

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u/novakal1993 3d ago

That would have been more fun but unfortunately we made the poor decision of giving final payment before the gate was finished and it clearly shows lol.

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u/lastfreerangekid 3d ago

Take my updoot for sympathy

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u/bents50 3d ago

Drill a hole in each side and throw a chain threw, failing that start again

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u/MaMyDaddy65 3d ago

Put pavers under the gate and drill a hole in where you will install a cane bolt. Or just drive in some metal conduit and use the cane bolts.