RV Gate In A Block Wall? - Here's How I Did It:

Over the last few weeks i took out a section of block wall and built an RV Gate.
This Project was way more work than i expected but it turned out beautifully.

[@arthuramaro2668]

As a fellow arizonan...great job looks professional.

[@RogueWrenching]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@ericrachal6133]

Hello from another Arizonan... I was going to build a second one and my HOA stated only one RV gate per home..($%^&*(hoa) So, now I'm about to build two new gates in the backyard... I used the man made boards and they work great! no painting or treatments needed. Great job! & what a GREAT helper you had... lol

[@edgararcega3046]

Well done! I was stoked when you said you were from Arizona. I was like omg that's where I am moving to in March! Reason why I watched your video is because the house i am buying has a RV gate that has a bottom hinge that detached on one side. I've worked with reattaching hinges on wood but never on cinder block. Just trying to figure out how old be doing this. But yeah man that gate looks sweet.

[@RogueWrenching]

It really depends on how the block was built, if there's good concrete inside simply drill a new anchor, if it's just block I've used tapcon concrete screws. If you need help go over to my channel page and there's an email address, feel free to shoot me an email and I'd be happy to do my best to help.

[@edgararcega3046]

@@RogueWrenching Thanks for the advice! Il look into these tips.

[@dee.ego.6782]

Looks amazing

[@RogueWrenching]

thanks!

[@arceo1982]

Thanks for the video and inspiration thats exactly what i am looking to do. Great Job !

[@RogueWrenching]

I'm glad you found It helpful! I've got another video on my channel that shows more on the actual gate build if you're interested.

[@marlborodpte1111]

You did a good job man I live in Arizona I build gates and block walls and you did a great job

[@RogueWrenching]

Thanks!!! The whole thing turned out ok as long as you don't look too close at the block haha. This was my first time doing any kind of masonry work.

[@marlborodpte1111]

@@RogueWrenching if you ever need help let me know

[@zachodi6618]

How much would it cost to have something like this done?

[@marlborodpte1111]

@@zachodi6618 where are you located?

[@TheJammer765]

Fellow arizonian. Just bought my first house and am looking to do some DIY projects similar to this. Probably will be bugging you in the future lol. Subscribed

[@RogueWrenching]

@thejammer765 feel free to reach out if you need a hand, congratulations on the new house purchase!

[@hamyncheese]

Same situation for me! Congratulations on the House!

[@vincei2147]

@@hamyncheese Just did the same thing! :)

[@hamyncheese]

@@vincei2147 👍congrats!

[@Taco1844]

Nice, very inspiring.

[@RogueWrenching]

Thank you!

[@Member-el4zo]

I like it, good job

[@RogueWrenching]

Thanks!

[@miguelople7084]

Man i need your help I’m from arizona too here in Glendale. We need 1 single door and 1 double door. Our house have a wooden gate and it broken since we moved in. Wondering if you’re not busy and need some side hustle to get our gate done too 😅

[@RogueWrenching]

Shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@ArchinatorWC88]

Awesome job Bro!

[@RogueWrenching]

Thanks!

[@shovel86cu]

Great Job!!

[@RogueWrenching]

Thanks!

[@srteight]

Great job, what kind of Mig welder did you use?

[@RogueWrenching]

It's a cornwell branded unit, I don't know the model off the top of my head, but it's a 110v mig.

[@noevaldez5971]

Nice! I also live in Arizona and just built an rv gate but can't use it because my neighbor blocks it with his truck! Hope your neighbor aren't assholes like mine

[@RogueWrenching]

I've got pretty great neighbors honestly, that sucks you can't access your gate.

[@joshthomas6702]

Where did you find blocks to match the color of your existing wall?

[@RogueWrenching]

A local company called "Preach Building Supply" in Buckeye AZ stocked them. They are Oldcastle brown, most hone depot stores can get them but they have to be ordered.

[@michaelchilds3494]

Looks very good. Question after bolting the flame to the block wall what kind of mechanism or latches is used to open and close the gate? And how was it mounted ? Thank you

[@RogueWrenching]

I welded a piece of round tube (3/4") to the bottom of one gate then cut a piece of rebar I salvaged from the section of wall I took out, and slid it through the tube, then drilled a hole into the concrete foundation from the original block wall so now one gate has a pin that slides into a hole in the ground ro hold it closed, then I welded a standard gate latch to the tops if the gates so the other gate locks to the pinned gate.

[@Manduhlynn]

Nice! What where did you purchase your hinges and the metal?

[@RogueWrenching]

@Amanda Thanks so much for watching, I'm giving away $100 to a subscriber so please consider subscribing, I bought the hinges from Hardware source, here's the link to what I bought: www.hardwaresource.com/two-piece-welding-hinge.html They are weld in, but they have a ton of hinges of all shapes and sizes. Worth checking out for sure. I think with shipping 4 hinges was around $20.

[@RogueWrenching]

Here's the link to the entry video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWK1qWiDZdZjfNE

[@RogueWrenching]

I also just read that your question included metal. I bought the small stuff from metal supermarket Phoenix, and the outside frame from Arizona iron supply.

[@hazard1371]

Bro question, I still holes to my blocks for the gate and the screws (Or whatever they're called) are lose to the stucco (Block) so my gate is a bit lose, how can I tighten them up or is there some type of glue for the bolts to get tight in the block holes? Door is a bit lose, works well but bothers me. 🙃😲

[@RogueWrenching]

I would try a concrete epoxy, home depot or Amazon are probably your best sources. That's if it's a bolt style anchor like I used here, if it's a screw there's not much you can do but I've seen success jamming some copper wire in the hole then running the screw next to it, never tried it on a concrete hole but it might work.

[@hazard1371]

I apologize for the damn grammar *loose lol..Okay yes, I used or should I say my father and I used the bolt styles you did, not screws. I'll go ahead and get that epoxy, it's been recommended from some of my co workers, thanks for getting back to me quickly!!!

[@RogueWrenching]

@@hazard1371 happy to help!!! Make sure to let the epoxy cure fully before tightening the nuts.

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

hey great job keep up the good work. what would you recommend for a newbie like me I have a small gate on one side and I have a wall on the other side of my house I would like to put an RV gate. I would like to use the current front gate door and move it over to the other side of the front of my house . The side with the small door I would like to put an RV style and use this small single door on the other side of the wall that doesn't have anything just wall brick. Don't know if you understand what I'm trying to do I hope you do. What type of tools would you recommend me. I do happen to have the basic tools in my house like a hammer drill, skill saw etc... I see you get the job done and do it by yourself keep up the good work and the great videos .

[@RogueWrenching]

I think I understand what you're asking, as far as tools I've got a video that in the works (just need to edit it) that shows just the building of the gate in a bit more detail. (Definitely should subscribe to make sure you don't miss that video) but I use a 110 welder that's branded a Cornwell but I believe it's a rebranded Miller. I've just got a new band saw (also have a video coming on that) and a chop saw. Not a ton of tools required but some like the welder and band saw are kinda spendy. Harbor freight is a good option for low cost tools, some items are decent in terms of quality but the big consideration is how often you'll use the tool. For example if you're going to be using a welder ever day it's probably worth spending a bit more money and getting a nice one. If it's for one project get the cheapest one that will work. Check out some other videos on my channel I discuss tools in a few. If you have any other questions I'll do my best to answer them.

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

Cool thanks for answering I’ve got a Lincoln 125hd and also got a porter cable Chop saw never used before would like to on this on myhome project

[@kdogtv]

Supplies list please and what did you use for the site posts? I’m in chandler btw

[@RogueWrenching]

It's a long list, something probably better handled via email than here in the comments. Please email me @ [e-mail]

[@lovable041394]

Where did you get the actual gate from? Or did you make it?

[@RogueWrenching]

I built it myself, I built another one like it and did a separate video, check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3jCXpeZpsSIa7c

[@stoichiometry147]

Video was super helpful. Wear PPE when cutting concrete bubba. Does terrible stuff to your lungs. Stay safe.

[@RogueWrenching]

This was my first experience cutting concrete, at the time I didn't know about the hazards of concrete dust. I do now.

[@chadspinalbosd007]

Where did you buy the door frame?

[@RogueWrenching]

I built it from scratch

[@jeffreycarstens9998]

What did you actually use to anchor to the wall

[@RogueWrenching]

I used 3/8" bolt type concrete anchors

[@christopheringleton6971]

Didn't even show the part I wanted to see... my search continues.

[@RogueWrenching]

What where you wanting to see?

[@christopheringleton6971]

Usually you would drill the holes. Put the hinges in the block wall then fill the block with cement. In the video the cements filled and so he drills holes in it but then what? Skipped the process of how the hinge would hold that gate

[@RogueWrenching]

@@christopheringleton6971 I drilled and set 5x 3/8th inch concrete anchors then bolted up 2x2 angle iron to the block then welded the hinges on.

[@tgshaffer]

What did you use to cut the block wall?

[@RogueWrenching]

I've got another video that specifically covers that exact question! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5WsooylgJilnKM

[@tgshaffer]

@@RogueWrenching great thanks!

[@RogueWrenching]

@@tgshaffer Happy to help!

[@MediumRareSteve]

I could tell that was AZ right away. 😂

[@RogueWrenching]

110 degrees haha definitely Arizona.

[@harleysadler1314]

Nice weld job.

[@RogueWrenching]

Thanks, my skills have come a long way.

[@desertrider325]

What type of anchors did you use for the posts to the cinder block?

[@RogueWrenching]

I used 3/8 bolt style concrete anchors to anchor 2×2×1/4 angle iron to the block then welded the hinges on. I believe these are what I bought: www.homedepot.com/p/Red-Head-3-8-in-x-3-in-Hex-Head-Sleeve-Anchors-15-Pack-11013/100025194

[@douglasmain5452]

​@@RogueWrenching Good work. I too am doing DIY RV gate with new block column. The question I cannot find an answer to is... How long did you wait for the mortar to cure inside the column before you drill the holes and installed anchors? Thanks!

[@RogueWrenching]

@Douglas Main Most importantly, I filled the column with rebar reinforced concrete, NOT mortar, I waited 7 days. Most industrial applications tell you 28 days, but if memory serves, you're at like 80% strength in 7 days.

[@douglasmain5452]

@@RogueWrenching I appreciate the quick response. The column I took down held a 44" man gate and that was filled with "mortar", which I believe to just be Portland cement. You used the same stuff that you used for the footer? I too reinforced with rebar

[@RogueWrenching]

@Douglas Main yes I used 3000 psi concrete for the footer and the column

[@almfoto]

Man... I never treated my Integra that way...

[@RogueWrenching]

Dude I had a 6.0 Powerstroke engine block in it yesterday.

[@rudyrivera5256]

🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@bertyboy2397]

All the work on the mortar shown, and nothing but a few welds on the actual gate. 👎

[@RogueWrenching]

Honestly it was way to much to pack into one video. This was one of my first videos I made. I'm building a gate for a neighbor in the next month or so and I'll show a lot more of the construction on that one. The mortar... Yea. My first time doing it. It was terrible. That's why I didn't show much.

[@olderolderman4603]

Home Depot day labor 😁 😅

[@RogueWrenching]

I mean sure if you got that kind of cash.

[@vincei2147]

Come do mine. xD

[@RogueWrenching]

I do build these for hire in the Phoenix area,my email is over on my channel page of you're serious about having one built.

[@vincei2147]

@@RogueWrenching Am not seeing it, also on mobile.

[@RogueWrenching]

You'll have to use the desktop site, go to the about section and click the "for business inquiries"