Questions and Answers for Everbilt Gate Wheel

A:  The Everbilt Gate Wheel clearance needed for the gate and the fence post is 2".

A:  The Everbilt Gate Wheel is made to fit gate with less than 1-7/8 in. outside diameter tube. Shims included helping fit 2 in. or 1-5/8 in. tubular gates.

A:  A spring loaded version of the Everbilt Gate Wheel could be found in store with Store SKU 124035 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-4-in-Black-Hard-Rubber-and-Steel-Swivel-Gate-Caster-with-Adjustable-Spring-Bracket-and-125-lb-Load-Rating-49785/203661094. Other options are available online at HomeDepot.com.

A:  There are (2) options; A; You can still use rod for the gate. The bracket just holds the wheel in place. It’s much easier to operate the gate, at the proper height off the ground. 

A:  The Everbilt Gate Wheel will not function properly in this installation method. The mount is a fixed mount.

A:  The wheel is 8" diameter. Will you have enough clearance? The mount does not pivot.

A:  This Gate Wheel should work as they are designed to handle rough and uneven terrain.

A:  Yes it should, but it may not be a smooth movement because of the surface. But it will keep it off the ground without a problem.

A:  Yes, I live rural and have the wheel installed on 14ft gate at my drive entrance. It rolls over gravel with no problem. There's approx 1/2" play between the wheel and the mount to accommodate for uneven surfaces. The wheel works great for me.

A:  Yes, the wheel is about 8" in diameter and should work great for you.

A:  Mine was installed on a 16ft farm gate on gravel and dirt, works well, used often

A:  The Gate Wheel is solid rubber.

A:  Solid rubber.

A:  Solid rubber

A:  The wheel is solid rubber and well made. It should last for years of service.

A:  About 2 inches wide.

A:  About 1.25 inch

A:  The wheel is 1inch. However to accommodate smooth movement over uneven surfaces there is approx 1/2inch play between wheel and mount. You'll need at least 1.75inch between gate vertical tube and gate post.

A:  approx 1 inch

A:  The wheel is 1.5" wide.

A:  The manufacturer notes that it could work but will be a bit loose.They suggest adding another shim to make it fit.

A:  Two shims are included that will work for that size gate tube.