Gate opener

[Phil and Jeanne]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

[John-US]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

Didn't work for me ;(

[CWGUY]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

:shrug: Now why didn't anyone else think of that? :rolleyes:

[Byte1]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

Mine works great. One gate is too high and it won't work on it, but I have used it at about 15 gates where it worked fine.

[EdFNJ]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working? Yes, it works fine on all but 1 gate for me where it is erradic. Lot's of variables including the height of your mirror (vs the height of the gate pad) as well as if you have a lot of "electronics" in it. I had one car that wouldn't even pass the signal. They work great but you will have to change your driving habits. You can't just fly through the gate. You have to come to a stop as close to the pad as safely as you can and breath slowly. :) You'll find that most of the "problematic" gates are in the older northern areas of the Villages where the pads are lower (and older).

[CWGUY]

Yes, it works fine on all but 1 gate for me where it is erradic. Lot's of variables including the height of your mirror (vs the height of the gate pad) as well as if you have a lot of "electronics" in it. I had one car that wouldn't even pass the signal. They work great but you will have to change your driving habits. You can't just fly through the gate. You have to come to a stop as close to the pad as safely as you can and breath slowly. :) You'll find that most of the "problematic" gates are in the older northern areas of the Villages where the pads are lower (and older).

:blahblahblah::blahblahblah::blahblahblah: I always wondered what that silly 8 sided red sign was for....... and where in the Villages are the most "problematic" drivers? :icon_wink:

[Babubhat]

Generally works well. More problematic on the historic side

[Bogie Shooter]

:shrug: Now why didn't anyone else think of that? :rolleyes:

Oh my but they have! :)
https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/gate-emplooyee-327148/?highlight=gate+chip+mirror
This thread only has 122 posts.....many more threads.:ho:

[JGVillages]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

Didn’t work well for me plus getting so close to the readers could cause wheel rash to my alloy rims. I’ll wait until The Villages come up with their own version. Not holding my breath!

[Dana1963]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?
It works will so far, for $25 his name is Joe (845) 542-7365. You need to get close edge of mirror to gate sensor about 6inches been using it for 3 months haven't scraped my rims yet.

[twoplanekid]

Works well for me but would still like to see auto open gates in both directions.

[Garywt]

At least 2 people do this. Thinking about it as I don’t even have a gate card for the cars so I hit the red button to get in. Someday I might at least get additional gate cards.

[JMintzer]

My wife had one installed yesterday. They had a group installation in our neighborhood. I spoke with her today and she told me it's working great!

[EdFNJ]

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[metoo21]

At least 2 people do this. Thinking about it as I don’t even have a gate card for the cars so I hit the red button to get in. Someday I might at least get additional gate cards.

You have to have a gate card because your card is cloned to the one they put in the mirror.

[metoo21]

That being said, if anyone wants a "side mirror gate chip" I'll give it to you for free and if you think it's worth it you can send me a thank-you gift of $20 and if you don't think it's worth it or don't like it keep it as a free gift from me.

Good luck peeling the gate card our of the mirror and it being reusable. There is a circle made of VERY tiny wires that starts about 1 inch in diameter and winds creating a circle about 1.5 inches in diameter. If you break a single wire (which you will absolutely do) then the chip is useless.

[twoplanekid]

Good luck peeling the gate card our of the mirror and it being reusable. There is a circle made of VERY tiny wires that starts about 1 inch in diameter and winds creating a circle about 1.5 inches in diameter. If you break a single wire (which you will absolutely do) then the chip is useless.

This is what I use and can be easily relocated,
Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/YARONGTECH-125khz-rewritable-adhesive-thickness/dp/B07BVPWK7X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=725350792657&qid=1639430043&sr=8-1&th=1)

[metoo21]

This is what I use and can be easily relocated,
Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/YARONGTECH-125khz-rewritable-adhesive-thickness/dp/B07BVPWK7X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=725350792657&qid=1639430043&sr=8-1&th=1)

So you have a duplicator?

[twoplanekid]

So you have a duplicator?

Yes, I use this one.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088FPFZ9M?ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title&th=1

[metoo21]

Yes, I use this one.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088FPFZ9M?ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title&th=1

Thanks

[BillY41]

Installation took 20 minutes in my garage. So far it works fine. Takes a bit to get used to though

[HoosierPa]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

Some gates better than others. Overall just OK but worth $25 IMO

[34gunner]

Yep. Works great.

[bowlingal]

I found out I didn't need it. the card works right thru the closed window... make sure you are lined up correctly with the beam. try it before you spend money you don't have to.

[dewilson58]

get close edge of mirror to gate sensor about 6inches been using it for 3 months haven't scraped my rims yet.

Yep, great idea for old people. :ohdear::ohdear:

Was behind a car that went back and forward twice to get close enough. Wonderful.

:cryin2:

[kidnerkim]

Love it!

[kcrazorbackfan]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

My wife had one put on our Traverse (and I have no idea who it was); it works great.

[Black Beauty]

Works good. Why didn't the Villages think of this?

[bluecenturian]

Have it on my golf cart, suv, and large pickup. All work fine with exception of 1 gate for the pickup. Too much height difference. Just need to pul closer than when you wave the card.

[WindyCityzen]

Works like a charm. My new SunPass. Lol.

[noslices1]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

It took a couple of tries, but now it works great. I had to mount it on the outside of the mirror though.

[Bobbie291]

We have them in both cars - work great

[JMintzer]

Yep, great idea for old people. :ohdear::ohdear:

Was behind a car that went back and forward twice to get close enough. Wonderful.

:cryin2:

And they probably would have spent more time digging out their card and trying to get close enough to the pad to have it read...

[Greg L]

Works well BUT you have to get real close

[jedalton]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?
had mine for 2 months and works great. done by Joie Striano 845-542-7365 $20

[DaleRGrippo]

Works fine

[MarcyE]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

Works great for me! I love it especially when it’s raining and I don’t have to open my window to use my gate card.

[Rosemg]

Yes, works great. Ed Ingalls 217 433 1394. $39 per car and they come to your home.

[rsmurano]

Perfect

[tedquick]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

My wife and I have a chip on each of our golf carts and our car. All work perfectly. We have a number of neighbors who have had the same experience. I highly recommend them.

[nuts4bridge@gmail.com]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?
I've had my gate chip for a few months and couldn't be happier with it. I love thinking about how much it would cost to replace my car window motor from excessive use!!

[GRACEALLEMAN]

HUH? I have no idea what you are talking about. I wish they had those "8-sided signs" signs at all gates. I don't think I have seen an "8-sided sign" at any gate I have been through (except when the gate was broken off and they manually put it there until it was fixed). There may be some but not around here. What they do need is a "slow down, golf carts crossing" sign especially on the "guest" side of the gates where the red button is much further back and where new Villages drivers don't know a GC is coming across. Especially the landscape trucks.

That being said, if anyone wants a "side mirror gate chip" I'll give it to you for free and if you think it's worth it you can send me a thank-you gift of $20 and if you don't think it's worth it or don't like it keep it as a free gift from me.

Hello
Yes Id like the side mirror gate chip for free and i will give you a $20.00 thank you gift if we like it.
Grace 503-550-9188

[mkjelenbaas]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?
Yes - good.

[daniel200]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

No need for a chip. I just used double sided tape to affix my gate card to the front triangular window. I approach the gate normally and slow to a stop near the gate card reader. The reader has no problem to detect my card and open the gate. I have been using this for months at all gates without problem.

[Jerseyborn]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

We got one on the car and on the cart. Great for rainy days on the cart and I believe it should save wear and tear on the electric window on the driver's side of the car. Both work great once you figure out where to stop near the sensor.

[Linda Taranto]

Yes, so far good!

[dyoder66@aol.com]

Got one in October and it works everywhere I have gone in the Villages. Love it

[Dee Smith]

Great for me!

[drrichard]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

Yes, had it for 10 months-- WORKS GREAT!

[DRoss]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?
Works Great

[BobnBev]

Mine works great. Also got one for the golf cart.

[Phpb2]

Have three! Great! Especially during thunder storms.

[dewilson58]

No need for a chip. I just used double sided tape to affix my gate card to the front triangular window. .

Bingo

[dewilson58]

And they probably would have spent more time digging out their card and trying to get close enough to the pad to have it read...

nope

[dlebuis]

We have them on both our car and cart. Love them especially when it’s raining.

[Traveling lady]

I have a very high SUV, so the installer put it on the very bottom corner of my mirror. The only gate that it has not worked on was Bailey Trail. These last few days when it had been wet and cold, it has been a pleasure not to have to open my window

[Skip]

Did mine 10 years ago. Almost forgot to remove it when I sold my old car. Put your card in a zip-lock plastic bag to keep the weather out.
Will NOT WORK if the mirror housing is made of metal or your paint is metallic paint.
Some gate readers are too high. SUVs won't have as much of a problem as sedans and sports cars, 'cause their mirror is higher. [ ADDED: Except the post above!!! ]
Saves wear and tear on the motor on your power window too.

Good luck,
Skip

[retiredguy123]

Bingo
Not bingo, if you are like most people whose vehicle doesn't have a fixed triangular window.

[JEB01]

Looked on Amazon and see that it sells with 10 cards. Did you use cards or did you also order the "coin" size and/or keychain type shown. Obviously, they are smaller and might be easier to fit to mirror. Will appreciate any response and/or your thoughts.

[retiredguy123]

Looked on Amazon and see that it sells with 10 cards. Did you use cards or did you also order the "coin" size and/or keychain type shown. Obviously, they are smaller and might be easier to fit to mirror. Will appreciate any response and/or your thoughts.
Can you provide a link to the Amazon product that is compatible with The Villages cards? Thanks.

[dewilson58]

Not bingo, if you are like most people whose vehicle doesn't have a fixed triangular window.

It EASILY sits between any window & the inside rubber seal.

Bingo, Bingo.

:beer3:

[dewilson58]

Can you provide a link to the Amazon product that is compatible with The Villages cards? Thanks.

Example:

WILSHIN RFID 125KHz Card Reader Writer - Readable 125khz EM4100 Chip card Compatible with Proximity II Card Including Key-fob 5pcs 3M Sticker 2pcs Blank Card 5pcs

$30.

You just need the reader and then you can make fob's and retire.
Easy as 123. :icon_wink:

[twoplanekid]

Looked on Amazon and see that it sells with 10 cards. Did you use cards or did you also order the "coin" size and/or keychain type shown. Obviously, they are smaller and might be easier to fit to mirror. Will appreciate any response and/or your thoughts.

No , you need to use these -> Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/YARONGTECH-125khz-rewritable-adhesive-thickness/dp/B07BVPWK7X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=725350792657&qid=1639430043&sr=8-1&th=1)

[Nanettek3]

Hey, the RFID gate mirror sticker is working great for us! Got one for my hubby before Christmas and one for my parents who live near Sumter. We have had no issues and we live in the Northern section! True it’s not a fast pass. Just roll up slowly till your mirror is in front of the sensor and you’ll see the green light or hear a click snd the gate opens. No rowing down the window or fumbling for the card. It’s rather fun having the sticker.

[EdFNJ]

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[EdFNJ]

Not bingo, if you are like most people whose vehicle doesn't have a fixed triangular window. And don't want someone busting your window to steal it. :)

[EdFNJ]

Example:

WILSHIN RFID 125KHz Card Reader Writer - Readable 125khz EM4100 Chip card Compatible with Proximity II Card Including Key-fob 5pcs 3M Sticker 2pcs Blank Card 5pcs

$30.

You just need the reader and then you can make fob's and retire.
Easy as 123. :icon_wink: Betcha that one won't work. Simply look carefully at the entry pad where you swipe your card. DING DING DING That's where the secret message can be found.
:icon_wink::icon_wink:

[AzAuSenior]

Moreover my card is a Schlage 7410 and in the Q&A is

Q: Does this work with the Schlage 7410 cards, has anyone been successful. Thanks
A: No
By O. F… on December 16, 2021
Q: Can this clone a Schlage 7410 card, anyone have success. Thanks
A: No
By O. F… on December 16, 2021

[AzAuSenior]

Yes, I use this one.

Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088FPFZ9M?ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title&th=1)
This LEXI unit has a poor quality rating 39% at 1 star with complaints the unit doesn't work at all [won't power on]. Other similar units say the units won't work for my gate card, Schlage 7410 with a number P33DXXXXXX-58XXXXX

(from the Q&A on other units similar to the LEXI referred to here)
Q: Can this clone a Schlage 7410 card, anyone have success. Thanks
A: No
By Oswaldo F… on December 16, 2021

Yet the cards can be cloned to Fobs and Coins. Any Comments? Can anyone explain? Are the Cards more capable of encryption, just used at a lower level for gate access? Are the gates in TVs being upgrade to a higher encryption level in new/old areas?

What read/write/copy/duplicate units will work with the TV gate system all areas?

[Incoblack1]

Didn't work for me! If the purpose is to slow down entering traffic use an under road sensor as is used for the exit gates or simply a stop sign. Add a squawk box to Community Watch for directions! If we must live with the current system, at least improve the sensitivity so the gate sensors will work with an in car sensor affixed to the windshield!

[Heytubes]

I love mine, no problems ever. Won’t have to replace my electric window motor ever again.

[retiredguy123]

This LEXI unit has a poor quality rating 39% at 1 star with complaints the unit doesn't work at all [won't power on]. Other similar units say the units won't work for my gate card, Schlage 7410 with a number P33DXXXXXX-58XXXXX

(from the Q&A on other units similar to the LEXI referred to here)
Q: Can this clone a Schlage 7410 card, anyone have success. Thanks
A: No
By Oswaldo F… on December 16, 2021

Yet the cards can be cloned to Fobs and Coins. Any Comments? Can anyone explain? Are the Cards more capable of encryption, just used at a lower level for gate access? Are the gates in TVs being upgrade to a higher encryption level in new/old areas?

What read/write/copy/duplicate units will work with the TV gate system all areas?
So, does Amazon sell one that does work?

[dewilson58]

If you don't want to buy your own unit and sell duplicates, here is another option:

XceedID Key Card Copying Options | RFID Key - CloneMyKey (https://clonemykey.com/copy-wizard/new-key/key-card/xceedid-key-card/)

[ljberg]

Didn't work for me ;(

You can leave your window rolled up and hold your gate pass up to the window as you pass the gate and it will work 99% of the time. There are a couple places in the Spanish Springs area where you have to roll your window down. Sometimes you have to be within 18 inches of the reader. I have been doing this for 10 years.

[John-US]

any pictures of what it looks like on the car mirror? outside of mirror, under?

Thanks!!

[retiredguy123]

any pictures of what it looks like on the car mirror? outside of mirror, under?

Thanks!!
You don't see it. It is about the size of a quarter and is glued to the back of the mirror inside the mirror frame/casing.

[John-US]

ok awesome-- and the signal pushes out the housing? I only ask as I 3m'd the actual card to the underside of the mirror housing and nothing... ;)

[twoplanekid]

any pictures of what it looks like on the car mirror? outside of mirror, under?

Thanks!!

Here is mine inside the mirror on a Honda 2020 CRV. Even though it has adhesive, I use gorilla mounting tape. Card/coin needs to be mounted in a vertical ( not horizontal) position facing the transmitter/receiver.

Again, I am using "YARONGTECH 125khz rewritable T5577 Sticker Coin Adhesive Back Dia 25mm Thickness 1mm (5)" found on Amazon -> Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/YARONGTECH-125khz-rewritable-adhesive-thickness/dp/B07BVPWK7X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=725350792657&qid=1639430043&sr=8-1&th=1)

[EdFNJ]

any pictures of what it looks like on the car mirror? outside of mirror, under?

Thanks!! No pictures because you can't see it. It'd inside the mirrow. You can stick it to the outside bottom of the mirror and cover it with black duct tape. Many have done that. Not as pretty and can come off but actually works better.

[EdFNJ]

You don't see it. It is about the size of a quarter and is glued to the back of the mirror inside the mirror frame/casing. Those don't stay too well (or too long) because they are solid (like a quarter) and may not fit because they are thick and not flexible. Best way is an actual sticker.

[John-US]

wow- thank you for the pictures and info. I'm really old and dumb apparently. you all on here are so helpful! Thanks again!

[DonH57]

Just curious about the need for these extra chips people want to install on mirrors and such. Are the ones provided with your home when you move here weaker or of poor quality? We've been here 8 years going on 9 and I've never had to bring the driver's window down to get our cards to work rain or shine.

[Bogie Shooter]

wow- thank you for the pictures and info. I'm really old and dumb apparently. you all on here are so helpful! Thanks again!

Don’t be so hard on yourself.😀

[EdFNJ]

Just curious about the need for these extra chips people want to install on mirrors and such. Are the ones provided with your home when you move here weaker or of poor quality? We've been here 8 years going on 9 and I've never had to bring the driver's window down to get our cards to work rain or shine.

There is as much "actual need" as there is for a 6000sq ft $1,000,000 home or a $90,000 new car or moving every 6 months because their floors get dirty. Some people just like it for the convenience (real or otherwise) or simply because it's available, convenient and a small luxury and they can have one for a few bucks. That being said, in my car the card does not work through the window at ANY gate and I like the "luxury" of not having to open the window. Makes me feel "privileged." :) Well worth the cost. I don't smoke or drink, I live in a 1200 sq ft 2/2 and drive a Kia so the 10's of thousands of dollars I have "saved" over my lifetime allows me to be extravagant with a $20-$50 gimmick. :D :D

Not referring to you but it is sad that there are SO MANY people around here who judge others for what they spend their money on in this and other topics because THEY feel it isn't necessary yet spend THEIR MONEY on other totally unnecessary stuff. What is the saying about "judging others" or maybe it's about "glass houses" ?

[Carol.Morris17]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?

It is great. No more getting wet from rain. Nice when it is cold. Slows you down when passing thru the gate thus no breaking bars accidently.

[Byte1]

Mine cost $20 installed. Not worth buying the reader/writer and the chips just to do my own. Sure, it's real easy but it was even better when the guy comes to your home and rides around with you to several gates to make sure it's placed in the optimum spot.
I like it because it lowers the wear and tear on the window motor. Get it or don't get it, but why waste your time criticizing the idea if you are not interested in trying it?
Mine fits inside the mirror housing and is mostly hidden by the mirror. What is showing, I covered with a piece of black tape that blends with the color of the mirror housing. My wife didn't even notice it.
I've seen people waving their cards around like a panicked chicken flapping it's wings, folks dropping their cards on the ground and even one that dropped his card down inside the door. I drive slowly up to the sensor and watch for the green light. I usually don't even have to come to a complete stop. There is only one gate so far that it does not work at.

[DonH57]

There is as much "actual need" as there is for a 6000sq ft $1,000,000 home or a $90,000 new car or moving every 6 months because their floors get dirty. Some people just like it for the convenience (real or otherwise) or simply because it's available, convenient and a small luxury and they can have one for a few bucks. That being said, in my car the card does not work through the window at ANY gate and I like the "luxury" of not having to open the window. Makes me feel "privileged." :) Well worth the cost. I don't smoke or drink, I live in a 1200 sq ft 2/2 and drive a Kia so the 10's of thousands of dollars I have "saved" over my lifetime allows me to be extravagant with a $20-$50 gimmick. :D :D

Not referring to you but it is sad that there are SO MANY people around here who judge others for what they spend their money on in this and other topics because THEY feel it isn't necessary yet spend THEIR MONEY on other totally unnecessary stuff. What is the saying about "judging others" or maybe it's about "glass houses" ?

Thanks. I had hoped no one would think I was judging anyone for purchasing anything but that has been the trend on TOTV. Ask an honest question or be curious and get reamed for doing so.

[Bogie Shooter]

Almost don’t have to stop??

[EdFNJ]

ok awesome-- and the signal pushes out the housing? I only ask as I 3m'd the actual card to the underside of the mirror housing and nothing... ;) The specs on HID cards is that work from 3" - 8". Aiming down doesn't help much. MOST cars have plastic cased side mirrors and it will pass the signal but if there are a lot of electronics in the side mirror (sensors, turn signals etc) it probably won't. I know a new Toyota RAV 4 wouldn't pass anything through. That may apply to other Toyotas with the same stuff in the mirror.

HID PROX card range is measured in INCHES because you obviously don't want doors or gates opening all around you when you walk by :) and you can be sure The Villages antiquated system is at the bottom of the sensitivity list. I see about 6-8" as "consistently workable". Anything more YMMV. I've tried (and torn apart) about 8 different types of media. Bottom (obvious) line is the SMALLER the media the smaller the antenna and thus smaller the consistent range.


Typical Maximum* Read Range
ProxPoint® Plus reader-up to 2.5" (6.25 cm)
MiniProx® reader-up to 5" (12.5 cm)
ThinLine II® reader-up to 5" (12.5 cm)
ProxPro® reader-up to 7" (17.5 cm)
ProxPro® II reader-up to 8" (20 cm)
Prox80™-up to 5" (12.7 cm)
MaxiProx® reader-up to 20" (50 cm)

*Dependent on local installation conditions.


This is the "key fob" and "sticky disk" specs which sometimes gets used in the mirrors:
Typical Maximum* Read Range

ProxPoint® Plus reader-up to 1.5" (3.7 cm)
MiniProx™ reader-up to 2" (5 cm)
ThinLine II® reader-up to 2" (5 cm)
ProxPro® reader-up to 3" (7.5 cm)
ProxPro®III reader-up to 4" (10.2 cm)
Prox80™ up to 2" (5.1 cm)
MaxiProx® reader-up to 12" (28 cm)

*Dependent on local installation conditions.

Some antenna size comparisons (The Villages uses many different branded cards this is just one of many). For comparison the round 3M sticker type from Amazon is about the size of a quarter The antenna diameter is about the size of a dime. Wasn't able to open the "key fob" type but it's tiny (and thick).

Also, some of "THE VILLAGES" cards have smaller round antenna (like the custom sticker in the photo) in the middle and not the one all around the edges. Some people cut up those cards to just use the "meat and potatoes" to stick them in the mirror.

[Tbrazie]

Has anybody put a gate opening chip in their side mirror ? How is it working?
I have two. one in each car. They work but you need to make sure your mirror will be close to the monitoring device. Cart mirrors are usually too high, same with motorcycle or bike. Works fine in my two cars and dirt cheap

[JMintzer]

Almost don’t have to stop??

Do I have to post the "Mostly Dead" gif again? :icon_wink:

[coffeebean]

Yes, works great. Ed Ingalls 217 433 1394. $39 per car and they come to your home.

Joe charges $20 according to some posters. Is the chip that Ed uses worth nearly double the price of $39? Is there a difference in quality of the chip?

[coffeebean]

Mine cost $20 installed. Not worth buying the reader/writer and the chips just to do my own. Sure, it's real easy but it was even better when the guy comes to your home and rides around with you to several gates to make sure it's placed in the optimum spot.
I like it because it lowers the wear and tear on the window motor. Get it or don't get it, but why waste your time criticizing the idea if you are not interested in trying it?
Mine fits inside the mirror housing and is mostly hidden by the mirror. What is showing, I covered with a piece of black tape that blends with the color of the mirror housing. My wife didn't even notice it.
I've seen people waving their cards around like a panicked chicken flapping it's wings, folks dropping their cards on the ground and even one that dropped his card down inside the door. I drive slowly up to the sensor and watch for the green light. I usually don't even have to come to a complete stop. There is only one gate so far that it does not work at.

Which gate won't it work at? We use the Mallory gate and the Odell gate all the time so if those gates are troublesome, we will not consider the chip. Thanks.

[JMintzer]

Which gate won't it work at? We use the Mallory gate and the Odell gate all the time so if those gates are troublesome, we will not consider the chip. Thanks.

Ours worked at both the Dell and Mallory gates last week...

[rjn5656]

Mine works fine with both my cars. Ocassionally I drive up to fast and it might not work.

[npwalters]

:blahblahblah::blahblahblah::blahblahblah: I always wondered what that silly 8 sided red sign was for....... and where in the Villages are the most "problematic" drivers? :icon_wink:

Mr. Noggin -or Richard if I may call you by your first name - give it a rest.

[EdFNJ]

Joe charges $20 according to some posters. Is the chip that Ed uses worth nearly double the price of $39? Is there a difference in quality of the chip? $20,, $40 or free, whatever, they are all the same. I live off O'dell and it works fine 100% of the time at both ends of O'Dell. The only gate I have ever had a problem with was the one down Aveneida that takes you into Target because the reader is very low but it still works 90% of the time if you are patient. Worse case push the red button.

[MDLNB]

Which gate won't it work at? We use the Mallory gate and the Odell gate all the time so if those gates are troublesome, we will not consider the chip. Thanks.


Mine worked at those gates. Guess someone didn't install yours in the right position, or maybe your vehicle is just too low/high? The one gate where mine won't work, the sensor is very high. When I was experimenting on positioning my chip in the mirror, the gate guard told me that EVERYONE has a problem with the chips at that gate because it really is too high compared to all the other gates in the Villages. I was told by the gate person to just use the visitor side, because that is what they are there for anyway. That is the only gate so far where I use the visitor side.

[coffeebean]

Ours worked at both the Dell and Mallory gates last week...

Thanks. Good to know. Seems my husband is reluctant to have this done to our SUV. Darn!

[coffeebean]

Mine worked at those gates. Guess someone didn't install yours in the right position, or maybe your vehicle is just too low/high? The one gate where mine won't work, the sensor is very high. When I was experimenting on positioning my chip in the mirror, the gate guard told me that EVERYONE has a problem with the chips at that gate because it really is too high compared to all the other gates in the Villages. I was told by the gate person to just use the visitor side, because that is what they are there for anyway. That is the only gate so far where I use the visitor side.

If we get the chip (I'm for it and hubby is not), we will still carry the gate card in the slot in the driver's sun visor. Just in case we "over shoot the zone the chip will work or if the chip is not lined up properly with the "eye".

[CFrance]

Thanks. Good to know. Seems my husband is reluctant to have this done to our SUV. Darn!
Perhaps he is fearful of it because he's unfamiliar with how it works and is afraid it might damage the car somehow. If you could dig up a concise explanation of how it works, and include the fact that it does no damage to the care whatsoever, it would help him change his mind.

Failing that, do you have two cars? Or one car and a golf cart? Put one in your second car or cart and demonstrate to him how harmless it is. Add in the fact that most of the people installing them will also come out and change them from one car to another.

I sure did enjoy not having to stick my hand out at the St James Gate twice today in two thunderstorms.

[coffeebean]

Perhaps he is fearful of it because he's unfamiliar with how it works and is afraid it might damage the car somehow. If you could dig up a concise explanation of how it works, and include the fact that it does no damage to the care whatsoever, it would help him change his mind.

Failing that, do you have two cars? Or one car and a golf cart? Put one in your second car or cart and demonstrate to him how harmless it is. Add in the fact that most of the people installing them will also come out and change them from one car to another.

I sure did enjoy not having to stick my hand out at the St James Gate twice today in two thunderstorms.

Thank you for the suggestions.