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How do you install garage door torsion springs.
Step 3 attach.
Do not attempt to install springs or hardware yourself unless you have the proper tools reasonable mechanical aptitude and experience and upper arm strength.
Larger commercial and industrial overhead garage door torsion springs are stretched as much as an inch.
Residential torsion springs are stretched 1 8 to 1 4.
Just a video showing how to change out broken garage door torsion springs with new ones.
Professional installation is recommended.
Make sure the quote includes the trip charge parts and labor.
Then ask for a price based on 7 19 lift cables and double life springs.
Part 1 of 2.
You need an assistant in step 4.
Refer to figure tor 1 for the configuration of 2 x 6 wood jambs.
Step 2 assemble the torsion springs to the spring tube.
Start your garage door spring replacement project by getting a rough measurement of your springs length and diameter.
If the garage door spring snakes after tightening the set screws repeat the process and stretch the spring half as much as before.
Then measure the width and height of your door.
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