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This guide explains how to replace a chain link fence gate.
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Spray WD-40 on each hinge bolt. This will make it easier to remove them.
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Remove the bolt from the hinge strap on the fence post.
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Wipe the excess lubricant from the bolt to avoid slipping.
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Slide the loosened hinge strap up to remove the pin from the loop on the gate hinge.
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Repeat this process for the bottom hinge.
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Slide the gate away from the fence post set it aside.
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Repeat the previous steps to remove the second gate pane.
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Remove the unbolted post hinges from the fence posts.
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Open the Galvanized Drive Gate Set and verify that you have four hinge pairs.
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Separate one of the hinge pairs.
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Slide the hinge strap onto the post so that the pin is facing down.
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Slide the hinge strap onto the post so that the pin is facing down.
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Slide a nut onto the end of the bolt.
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Tighten the nut using the socket wrench.
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Slide the hinge strap onto the post so that the pin is facing up.
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Slide a bolt through the holes in the strap.
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Slide a nut onto the end of the bolt.
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Tighten the nut using the socket wrench.
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Attach the two gate hinges to the side of the gate frame with the loops facing out.
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Place blocks on the ground at the where you will install the gate. These will support the gate while you are connecting the hinges.
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Lift the gate panel into position so that the gate lines up with the fence and at the desired height. Adjust the blocks as necessary to achieve the desired height.
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Slide the top gate hinge up as you slide the loop over the pin on the top post hinge.
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Tighten the nut on the gate hinge straps.
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Repeat for the bottom gate hinge.
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Adjust the hinges so that the gate can swing freely.
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Using a a 1/2" socket wrench or adjustable wrench, bolt the two latch plates on the inside of the gate frame together on one end.
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Insert the latch between the two plates on the outside of the gate frame.
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Insert a bolt and nut. Tighten to secure the latch.
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Bolt the two post holders onto the gate frame.
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Slide the post down through the post holders and secure in the ground.
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