Automatic LOCKING pop door (added a light switch)

[KDK1]

Still waiting on a timer to install in coop. I got the idea off the internet some time ago but couldn't find it again when I decided to build one. Did the best I could from memory... works great! iPhone pics and video... excuse the quality.

Here it is in action.

 

[cupman]

lol. right on. I'm impressed. You made that yourself? I've been thinking about making my own automatic door I just lack faith in my capabilities. Might be a sucker and just buy that one that you can order online for like $140 or whatever. But for real, great job.

 

[KDK1]

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Yeah... the motor is an Add-a-motor, costs about $80.

 

[colonel sander]

I like the idea of a locking door for the coop great job!. Also the add a motor is a great product for the price compared to a complete unit. I have had one for about 6 months now with no issues.

 

[KDK1]

I added a switch for an idicator light to it today. The light will eventually go in the run somewhere or in the house. I hope the timer gets here soon before I get any more ideas.

 

[riverpilot69]

Good job. Saw one simular on youtube. Looks like it will serve you well.

 

[Ole rooster]

Well how 'bout that. I'm impressed. Love the locking system. What will you do to keep the wood tract from swelling?

 

[KDK1]

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It will be painted before install... matter of fact I'll be priming today. There is also plenty of play and will be using parrifin for regular maintenance.

 

[Green_Eggs_and_Ham]

Wow, I am impressed! That is awesome.

 

[Rubyred5]

This is what I would like. But no electricity in coop. Need a battery set up... Going to attempt the manual self locking for now and hopefully will figure out how to rig the add a motor to a battery and timer before winter