Most Gates Are Hung Wrong

Most farm gates fail because they’re hung on the wrong end.
In this video, we install a side-mounted hinge kit and show the correct way to set stays so gates swing cleanly and last longer.

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We’re fitting a gate and stay at the end of a cattle rail run and demonstrating how hinge placement, brace direction, and adjustable end assemblies affect strength, alignment, and shock absorption. These small setup decisions can prevent sagging, binding, or post failure especially in high-traffic livestock gateways.

This video is useful for farmers, fencing contractors, property owners, and anyone installing or repairing farm gates who wants a stronger, longer-lasting setup without welding.

Key concepts covered:
gate hinge installation, end assembly adjustment, correct stay direction, side-mounted gates, farm fencing systems, livestock access gates, shock-absorbing fence design, non-weld hinge kits, field-ready fencing solutions.

If you work with fences or livestock infrastructure, this is a simple upgrade that can save repairs later.

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3. Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 Why Gate Direction Matters
00:56 Installing a Gate on an End Assembly
01:55 Using Adjustable Stays for Alignment
02:43 Why Floating Assemblies Absorb Shock
03:34 New Side-Mount Hinge Kit Explained
04:29 Correct Gate Positioning on Posts
05:13 Right vs Wrong Endstay Gate Setup
06:08 Where Hinges Must Go (Critical Rule)
06:43 Leveling the Gate Correctly
07:00 Temporary Screws for Easy Adjustment
08:12 Fine-Tuning Gate Alignment
08:37 Finished Result: Smooth Swing Gate
09:15 Would He Use This System Again?

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