Recent content by JJN

Live in Nor Cal and bought a 1600/2000 watt inv gen a few years ago for $275. It powers the 25 cu ft fridge, large TV, dvr, computer and led lamp all at the same time. We live in 5 acres with a well. The hot water tank holds enough hot water for several short showers for several days. The well...

I bought a 1600/2000 watt inverter generator, very portable, a few years ago do to all the power outages in California. It could power the 25 cu ft fridge, 70 inch Sony, Dish DVR, computer and an led light lamp ALL at the same time. Although never the intention when originally purchased, the inv...

I may also reinforce the gate where the opener mount attaches. With basic testing on the 12 ft pasture gate I may mount the bracket closer to the gate post, about 36 inches for less actuator travel, but increase the angle to provide more leverage. Since the gate is aluminum it does have an...

To be honest, we rarely have company. For automation, the Cartell CP-4 Wand seems to be the best. Dont plan on spending money for that although that could change and be installed later. I have neighbors with professionally installed gates that do not have any auto close/open system. An extra...

Covering and protecting GDO is mentioned in the first post. Picture a box with metal roof. Left over materials from the 24x36 shop I built. The chain drive portion of the actuator will also be protected. The extending actuator rod will not be. When the extending rod gets wet the moisture will...

I go for the full stack of lumber and dig. The boards with weight on them typically are straight or straighter. I may find a good straight one and use that as a guide laying it against others and comparing. Keep in mind the ones buried may have more water content so keep them in the shade and...

Live on 5 acres in Nor Cal at the end of a long private road. Only LJ requirements are that the gate is 2 ft wider then driveway and a 30 ft min from road so that parked vehicles waiting to enter will not obstruct traffic. DIY Garage Door Opener Benefits: - Cost - For the same equipment...

Installing a 12 ft Aluminum Driveway gate that weights ~110 lbs. I already own a new Genie garage door opener with remotes, backup battery, keypad, 12 vdc solar charger and will use that for the gate opener. I am interested in suggestions on how to utilize the Genie opener. These are two ideas...