BEST AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER GHOST CONTROLS

[@shifu29]

Thank you so much for a perfect video with legit how to, a little humor, solid editing, and simply fun to watch!

[@GetTheNet1963]

In 2006 I was injured from a military accident. It was nice to see a hard working man hands. You're video was spot on for the opener. We are going to attempt to install one this week or next. I will be checking back if i run into problems. Thanks for the video

[@JungleJimAB9AB]

Great DIY video. This is exactly what KZbin videos should all look like. You made a good one. Keep them coming and thanks.

[@fromthepnw8578]

You know what?.. you just gave me an idea... A hell of a good one. I was going to just tell you, but, I realized even more potential as i I was typing! So..... I need to go write down what's on me ticker.

[@aTxBuckeye512]

This was an excellent how-to video. I installed mine and wasn't sure how to do the settings for the control arm opening and close. Your video showed me how to do that. Thanks!

[@petersom4882]

Thanks for taking your time explaining the installation of the gate opener. I watch several different videos by far you are the best. You took time step by step explaining the details.

[@bobbennett3153]

Thank you for your better half to get clear pictures and understanding of where things need to go. Thank you for the video.

[@DossFarm]

I'm impressed. Shopping between ghost and Mighty Mule currently. Thanks for the review. Also I applaud seeing someone run their diagonal supports the correct way as well on the wooden gate!

[@Mark-Cappy]

I had 3 GTO Mighty Mules in 1 year. Even if you buy the extended warranty from Tractor Supply, you have to pay shipping and send it back to GTO. They are junk!

[@DossFarm]

@@Mark-Cappy I went with MM and have had zero issues.

[@DossFarm]

@Chester Dougherty mine is still going strong. Sounds like installer error 5x.

[@DossFarm]

@Chester Dougherty I have a channel. Take a look. Sorry you’ve had a bad experience. I’ve only installed one because it worked.

[@Hiness58]

Thank you! I'm getting ready to install this soon on a chain link fence! Also the conduit for the wiring is a GREAT idea. Cable just had to come and fix my cable after the puppy ate it.

[@arthurgriffin1210]

Very thorough unlike many, nice fence build, keep it rolling - thank you

[@Desert10075]

Solar-powered ghost controls is the way to go for sure. After several years if your gate start squeaking and grabbing take the move her arm pull the pins turned it upside down take the bolts out, put the bolts in a cup some of them might stay in there not fall out. Then separate the plastic from the two sides of the arm, and spray in there with knocker loose on the corkscrew on the thread portion. Let it drip out of the plastic arm cover by turning it sideways. Then after about a half an hour or so spray it with WD-40. Then let it dry up about 15 to 20 minutes. Then put it back together. Now your gate won't grab and it won't squeak as mine did from so many years on the dirt driveway driveway.

[@tskipwadoo3447]

Finally someone down to earth, this is how you do it and that's how it works. Saved for later to review it again. GetRDone !

[@CURRIN1776]

Thanks for watching

[@p.chandler2189]

Excellent, excellent video. Thanks for taking the time to make it. Looking at purchasing Ghost Control (single arm pull, solar) sometime in the next 30-60 days. This was very good information.

[@jakeschisler7525]

Now that's a nice gate opener! I bought the Mighty Mule 4 years ago, this one takes a crap will buy the Ghost. Those are some good looking gates you built.

[@tpevy2]

Great video man! Just encouraged me to pull the trigger and order me one. I’ve been debating it for a while now. Tired of having to open/close the gate myself lol Definitely saving to refer back to!

[@leftyloosey4916]

I just installed a Ghost gate opener. I am happy with mine except it's not a fast as my old system.You did an excellent job putting the opener on. Also your gates looks great! Just a thought, you might need to connect the upright beams later. They will need that support. I'm gonna subscribe so I can watch your projects.

[@alibairos8934]

Just about the best review/install video i've seen...on almost anything!!!! Just today ordering my Ghost system and watching your vid cemented the purchase. Thank you SO much; aloha from Hawai'i!

[@CURRIN1776]

Glad I could help!

[@arboyd81]

I just finished building my gate. I went Apollo 1050 board w/816 actuators, high security keypad, and a cartel exit sensor. I also splurged and got the super remotes that work for like a mile away...I took my battery system off board. I am using a Rover 400w Solar system with two walmart deep cycles for a total of 200ah. I should be able to open and close as much as one could ever desire without running dead. I found the build quality of Apollo Boards and Actuators to be top quality. Probably the biggest difference in my system vs this ghost is its more of a commercial build with all aspects being able to be service with different companies parts if required. I am wondering how the ghost plastic boxes will handle the uv and seasonal stress. I know modern plastic have lots of UV inhibitors, but I feel like those even get brittle with time. Anyhow, please do take a look at my setup. I just posted my video last night and am excited about it and want to share it with you!

[@wpicsh]

Best ghost control opener install video yet!!!! Thanks, can’t wait to get mine. Waiting for delivery😞

[@TheReal1953]

This is great....getting ready to install this system on some massive entrance gates I made for a customer. Instead of posts, we powder coated some I-beams and made custom hinges. Looks trick. I have to make some special closure arm hinge brackets for the I-beams. It's nice to see this visual....the manual alone would have been much harder!

[@omeqch]

I try to stay away from videos this long but you made this video easy to watch. Good job! Was considering Ditec Entrematic gate opener for a bi-folding gate but now looking at Ghost. I’ll call them to discuss options like you did. Once again, good job. Thx

[@johndodson7800]

Absolutely the best directions I have seen. Great job

[@CURRIN1776]

Thank you!

[@mangojoe55ify]

Points of respect. Nice clean install. Note if using solar do not use wired exit sensor. Use ghost wireless. When batteries get low charge voltage can trip sensor and opener goes crazy.

[@KiwiPaulParkes]

Great directions and details. 5 Star ⭐️ Explanation.

[@billtrent6963]

Great video man..followed your video and had no issues installing mine! Thanks

[@sonofgod8958]

Working on my dual push to open control today and using your vid for reference. Thank you sir

[@VideoAddict]

Great video, love these product reviews! When I get my property I will definitely be getting this!

[@arthurbradleyiii3250]

Great video. You should be a spoke man for Ghost Control, or at they should pay you something. You got me sold! Going to order mines now! Thanks bud for the great video.

[@CURRIN1776]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@ridemfast7625]

Just bought one. Your video will be helpful for setup and install. The safety force feature looks like it works great, 24:50.

[@peterlogan1623]

from the UK, fantastic video of a great product, thank you.

[@spsciroccomk2]

Im about to buy and install one myself... only thing thats going to be a bit tricky is digging a trench under my driveway thats asphalt with stone under it. Going to have to rent or get someone to come out with the tool for the job.

[@davem145mxr]

great video, I just bought the same kit, i'll be installing it next weekend

[@rjohnsoneod]

I just bought the Ghost Control (single gate) solar but when I called the customer service, prior to ordering, they said that they do not recommend their batteries but recommend a 12v marine battery. I bought the 30w solar panel and was ready to buy two of their batteries (only need one but I like to have two incase one dies from over use or something) but was waved off. The reason was something to do with solar vs ac power used to charge the batteries. The three boxes of ghost gear is in the garage and will be installed this weekend after I pickup the battery locally and get the 4X4 posts to mount the pushbuttons and the control panel. I am re-watching some of the videos to make sure I don't miss anything. You gate seems to be a distance from your house, do you have a security camera and light. My gate is way down the driveway and I am looking at solar power for a light and camera. N

[@CURRIN1776]

I have cameras. Weird about the batteries. I have two and have had no issue

[@rjohnsoneod]

@@CURRIN1776 Talked to an electrician who hangs security systems as well. Going to get a motion sensor light and run it off the marine battery that I bought for the gate opener. As for a camera, I have to do more research. Thanks for your reply.

[@jgren4048]

As someone who has installed a double gate operator like this, I have a couple of notes for those who hope to do the same. With two gates, these two batteries will give you about 8 cycles open close before you are damaging the batteries if there is no permanent power supplied. So this means after dark, using solar charging, you have about 8 cycles with this setup. This of course depends on your weight, length of the gate and wind. And the wire for the second motor, is not long enough for the maximum gate size that is stated as the largest. They say that the largest gate size is if I recall 16ft. Well I have two 13ft gates and the wire is about 3ft short after putting through a conduit 6” down. And the operator control box is only 18” up right on the other side. Using a pull to open setup, if the wind blows, it is possible that the two gates will not meet exactly in the center. If you use a push setup then the gate will meet in center every time, but on the open they may be varying in how open they get to. If you have the opener bracket farther from the post that the gate is mounted on, not too far, this will help from the motor hitting the post when fully closed or open. Whichever depending on your setup.

[@CURRIN1776]

I have had zero issues with cycles after dark using only solar to keep batteries charged. . Same batteries as from the day of install. Zero issues with anything as a matter of fact. Has worked flawlessly since day one and its been over a year now. TDS2XP is max 24' wide entrance. one arm has a 6 foot cable and a second arm has a 30 foot cable. There is the HXXDK Ghost Manor Second Arm with 50 ft. Cable for HDP1 Automatic Gate Opener Kit for spans wider than 24'. Maybe should have bought a single arm and the HXXDK. Did you call Ghost Controls and tell them your application? They are very good at guiding you to the right parts for your specific needs.

[@ridemfast7625]

Other variables include the size of the solar panel and amount of sunlight, where you live. Currin1776 has a nice size 30 watt panel that can put out ~1.5 amps.

[@tadbarber2735]

Great video 👍🏻Thanks, this is what I’ll get later on this year. Maybe it won’t get vandalized .

[@miladkhoury4494]

Great video. Thank you for your time.

[@toxin911]

good video and great info...so tell me, now its more than a year later...hows it working

[@GloriaH-ei4on]

Great information for install. Thanks!

[@rafaelchavez4119]

Great explanation, thank you

[@bradleytalbot8618]

No BS review! Thank you!!

[@HansZimmer-h2e]

Great Video, Ready to try it Myself,

[@philipthomas1285]

Hi what's up,thanks for making things easy for me am about to install an opener to my gate.so how much this one cost you

[@ItsMeHello555]

I love this video. Thank you for making it! I plan on doing a fence this summer with gates across my driveway.. what is the best way to run the wire if you can’t dig a trench between them and don’t want to tunnel under your driveways? Any help would be great!

[@theparkjunkie]

Doubt you’ll see this, but do you (or does anyone) have a long-term review on these Ghost openers? I have been through 3 different Mighty Mule systems on the ranch, & am finished… Hoping the Ghost system may be a better quality. Thoughts?

[@cakins08]

Great video brother 👍

[@chrisfleming2725]

Nice and informative video thanks

[@Sgtmidnite]

Great video. Thank you.

[@jaybarnhart8920]

how is it bud? good buy? any issues?

[@billrichmond4922]

The pins and retainers make attaching the openers to the brackets easy, but not very secure. It looks like it would be easy to reach in and pull the pin and open the gate. Just an observation. Overall good job, like your stuff.

[@CURRIN1776]

Locking pins are available and have been installed.

[@dunrob13]

Excellent job, how is it holding up?

[@CURRIN1776]

Like a CHAMP!

[@hearcamir7810]

Wonderful video! I just subscribed!!

[@freespeach1776]

Nice video…..can you program a mighty mule remote to work with this

[@CURRIN1776]

I dont think so. I'm pretty sure I read that they have theyre own unique communication protocol. But I could be wrong. Maybe reach out to them. They have wonderful CS.

[@jeffgregg1966]

I already have the metal decorative gates, which are 2 - 10' gates and 2 - 10' x 4" square heavy metal posts to mount to. A company from Myrtle Beach SC wants $15,000.00 to mount and automate them. Can you say he's nuts? 😮

[@CatalpaCreekFarm]

Great video. Did you do a video on how you built the gate with your son? Would love to see how you built a gate like that.

[@CURRIN1776]

Unfortunately I did not film that.

[@stevewalker6936]

@@CURRIN1776 do you have any plans for your gates, what sizes are they and how are they holding up now with some use and wear?

[@ninjawithagunson3909]

I love your beard. It looks very good on you.

[@Boozshey]

Do you have plans for your gates? they look simple and great!

[@CURRIN1776]

Sorry I do not. Kinda just built them out of my head.. lol

[@corteltube]

Cool....Does it work when overcast?

[@stevewalker6936]

Great video on the ghost controls, did you make your gate or purchase it? Do you have any drawings/“plans” for them I’m trying to design one for myself.

[@SherryXShi]

How long the solar system will last?

[@windoffreedom7358]

Great job! I appreciate the video.

[@arod60821]

What kit did you get for your gate? I think I need that same kit. I just built two 10ft gates and I’m going to have them pull into the house.

[@stevecory6503]

Great review!

[@charlesaskew9]

Off topic question for you or anyone reading. We want to do a gate like this for our home, but have one issue. How do you get your packages from Fedex, UPS etc.?

[@SeenOnTvSale]

Hi buddy can you reply with a how to install the exit wand video or a what wire goes to which section in the green electric port? Your video helped me so much speed the process of installing my gate thank you Sir!

[@CaptMaxADV]

Out Standing! 👌🏻

[@coziii.1829]

We got all metal pipes So do I weld it or what Will I be able to adjust it?

[@schroederfamilyfarm298]

How is it holding up? Get a lot of mixed reviews.

[@danieldorchester5221]

Big help with my decision

[@robertketchum4452]

Bro that beard is beast.

[@fromthepnw8578]

Two things.. and one youll prolly get mad at me for.. but , a., Have u ever heard of Kenny Ketchum? And b., Your comment is hella sus.. just sayin. Lol dont get mad!

[@dannyarreola4035]

I want to order this but not exactly sure what all I have to order I’m a little confused any help?

[@johngrowney1521]

Did your kit come with the adapter bracket shown to screw the other end of the operator arm to the gate? All I have seen is the tube style adapter only. I just bought my opener but haven't opened it to see if it has multiple brackets for different gate types. My gate has vertical square tubes across both gates. Thanks

[@CURRIN1776]

You can order with tube adapter or the flat panel adapter

[@calvinlake6870]

How has this system held up over the last 2 years?

[@charlesspringer7773]

Do you order and get receive package from Amazon etc. And how do you do delivery trucks

[@68cutty]

is there a way to adjust how far your gates open thx

[@williamsheehan5587]

Great video! Is that the architectural or the heavy duty duel opener kit?

[@CURRIN1776]

Architectural. Only difference is the bracket to the gate.

[@alexduke5402]

How is this thing holding up? We just picked one up today at Agri supply in petersburg. Trying to make the farm a little more secure with everything going on. we have a hard pinch point with steep hills on either side. We're putting in 2 12's with the zombie lock. It's expensive. if they really want in they're getting in but at that point they're breaking in. That provides intent not just "taking the wrong turn lost" which drastically changes the way they will be greeted. Getting the cuddy link setup tomorrow too so we'll have real time picture surveillance.

[@CURRIN1776]

It is working like a CHAMP. Absolutely no issues at all.

[@alexduke5402]

@@CURRIN1776 ok great! I got ours mostly up still have to hook up solar and the zombie lock other than that it's done. I've been sidetracked by bean harvest but I'm slowly picking away at it when I can. it seems decent. I'm red thread locking and jam nutting everything and instead of those crappy pins with hitch pin clips on the motors I've replaced those with bolts. I welded what I could and thread locked\jam nutted the rest. all it's going to do is keep an honest man honest if they want in, a cattle gate ain't gonna cut it hahaha. I hate to do it just doesn't seem right having a gate on the drive but today's political climate being what it is... the farm house was built in 1795 so from what I've heard it has somewhat of a target on it. just being proactive & removing the question of intent. thanks for the update! God bless

[@stevewalker6936]

Where did you get the gate hinges any links?

[@mitchedens6419]

how are the gate opener doing 2 years later?

[@tiig08]

Great video I’m curious what where your other options and why you did not go with ?

[@CURRIN1776]

I looked at Mighty Mule. and asked others about them. those who had or have them. Was told not very reliable and customer service is not good. Looked at another brand. Cannot remember name right now. To expensive for what I was needing. Found Ghost controls and the features and customer service outweighed the others.

[@MrBillAok69]

Had to replace my dog's metal collar because he learned if he would sniff the sensor the gate would open for him. Now he thinks the damm gate is broken.

[@theHOONeybadger]

@CURRIN1776 I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these setups. Any complaints or comments after a year of use? Thanks for the informative straight forward video!

[@CURRIN1776]

Have had zero issues thus far. Solid system

[@meansled]

I’m getting one from Murdochs 799.00 double gate kit, is that a good deal?

[@JavierRodriguez-rg2bc]

Good video 👍

[@asinheaven]

Do you have anything to add now that you've had the Ghost gate opener for 3 months? Any issues or things you would do different? Thank you!

[@CURRIN1776]

Has worked flawlessly. Not one issue Wouldn’t have done it any differently

[@dallassoccerkidd]

How do you get all the wires to fit through the control board holes in the bottom? Its too snug of a fit

[@brandonblair408]

Does it hold the gate tight? I use mine to keep the dogs in. Wondering if I need to add the lock or not.

[@CURRIN1776]

Holds pretty tight. A lock would be good insurance

[@TateBugs]

How has it held up after 1 year?

[@CURRIN1776]

Like a champ!!

[@MichaelTaylor-fk7mn]

Thanks I like the info

[@georgiapolicek9foundation]

MY DOG LEFT THE ROOM WITH THE BEEPING LOL

[@blown406]

Our Corgi just did the same thing. He wants nothing to do with anything that beeps. It might have something to do with a training collar that beeps before bite, lol

[@lindapontorero829]

Ha ha, mine did too!

[@meansled]

My girlfriend dis liked it very much 😜

[@willowwood6798]

Still like it?

[@CURRIN1776]

I do. It’s great. No issues

[@cliffordweigand2349]

Looks like you have another job opportunity selling and installing those gate systems

[@cliffordweigand2349]

I think they should have the option of wiring the keypad to the main battery system

[@Phedra33]

great vid!

[@OzMan9989]

Nice review boss.

[@_Kerberos_]

Are you still liking the gate opener?

[@CURRIN1776]

Yep! Works like a champ

[@mranderson191]

What about a gate latch?

[@waynefrey9920]

Great video, Is that a camera that you have mounted looking at your gate ?

[@CURRIN1776]

Yes, it is!

[@waynefrey9920]

@@CURRIN1776 what brand camera and what range does it transmit ?

[@niceuncamaro]

Will the built in garage door opener in my truck open the gate?

[@CURRIN1776]

No they have thier own proprietary signal with the supplied remotes

[@niceuncamaro]

CURRIN1776 Hey I just programmed my car and my truck to my Ghost control gate opener. I have Chevrolets don’t know if that matters but they are the Homelink system. Just thought I would let you know Incase you wanted to give it a try. 👍🏻

[@etpeterson2087]

Can you open this manually if needed?

[@bassdaddy2519]

Seriously we need to know!

[@ThatOneguy-br3uf]

Yeah you just remove the pins where the arm attaches to the gate. Remove the cotter pin and Lift the bracket pin and move the arm off to the side. The gate will now swing freely.

[@bassdaddy2519]

Yo, can you open it manually?

[@jeanlockmiller9422]

How much that cost

[@wrightfamily5625]

What is your neck knife?

[@CURRIN1776]

www.topsknives.com/mini-scandi-knife-2-5

[@dannyarreola4035]

I have a solid panel gate . Worried about the wind anyone in the same boat?

[@ebomey]

First!