Mighty Mule FM352 Parts - FTMT5030 Front Mount w/pin Silver
The FTMT5030 front mount repair kit is the front actuator mounting component used on select Mighty Mule and Linear/GTO FM series swing gate operators. This is the gate-end mounting point that helps connect the opener arm to the moving gate leaf. Customers usually replace this part when the original front mount is bent, cracked, loose at the pin, badly corroded, or missing after an actuator arm replacement. The front mount does more than simply hold the arm in place; it keeps the actuator aligned with the gate bracket so the arm can push and pull without side loading. If the front mount is worn or installed with incorrect geometry, the gate may jerk, bind, stop short, or wear out the actuator bushings and hardware faster than normal. Correct fitment should be verified by model number and by comparing the original mount and pin arrangement.
Compatible With
Primary Mighty Mule applications
- Mighty Mule FM250
- Mighty Mule FM350
- Mighty Mule FM352
- Mighty Mule FM500
- Mighty Mule FM502
- Mighty Mule FM600
Common related references
- MM350 / MM352 service part searches
- MM500 / MM502 service part searches
- MM600 / MM660 style searches where FTMT5030 is referenced
- GTO / Linear front mount repair kit references for compatible FM series arms
Features and Specifications
| Manufacturer | Linear / Mighty Mule / GTO |
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| Product Type | Front mount repair kit |
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| Part Number | FTMT5030 |
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| Application | Gate-end actuator front mount replacement |
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| Compatible Operator Type | Select residential swing gate actuator systems |
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| Material / Finish | Silver metal finish |
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| Included Components | Front mount with pin; verify exact current package contents |
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| Notes | Verify front mount style and pin fit before ordering |
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Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- FTMT5030
- Linear FTMT5030
- Mighty Mule FTMT5030
- GTO FTMT5030
- Front Mount Repair Kit
- Front Mount with Pin
- Front Mount w/pin Silver
- Front Bracket
- FM352 front mount
- FM500 front mount
- FM502 front mount
Technician Note
A failed front mount is often a symptom of a gate that is sagging, binding, or over-traveling. Check the hinges, closed stop, open stop, and bracket geometry before putting the opener back into service.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Confirm the actuator model uses FTMT5030.
- Compare the original front mount shape and pin arrangement.
- Check the gate bracket and hinge condition before replacement.
- Confirm the opener arm is not bent or side-loaded.
- For dual gates, inspect both front mounts and both actuator arms.
Important Ordering Warnings
- FTMT5030 is a front mount kit, not a push-to-open post pivot bracket.
- Similar-looking brackets may not provide the same pin fit or travel geometry.
Professional Advisory
Do not continue operating a gate with a loose or cracked actuator mount. A qualified gate technician should repair unsafe gate movement, damaged brackets, or structural mounting problems.
Product Questions and Answers
Which operators commonly use FTMT5030?
FTMT5030 is commonly listed for Mighty Mule FM250, FM350, FM352, FM500, FM502, and FM600 gate openers.
Is this the same as the rear post bracket?
No. FTMT5030 is a front mount repair kit for the gate-end side of the actuator. Rear post brackets and push-to-open brackets are different parts.
Why would the front mount need replacement?
Common reasons include worn pin holes, bent mounting ears, rust, missing pin hardware, gate impact, or arm alignment problems that have stressed the mounting point.
Can a damaged front mount cause the gate to stop short?
Yes. A loose or bent front mount can change the arm angle, create binding, and make the control board sense a stall or obstruction.
Should both front mounts be replaced on a dual gate?
If both sides show similar wear, replacing both may help keep the dual gate arms matched, but each side should be inspected separately.
