So I went two more quarter turns and it lifts, but very slowly.My question is, is there a limit how tight these springs can be wound Im sure there is, at some point I wouldnt physically be able to turn them, but Im thinking I need two more quarter turns.Is that too much I measured the springs when I ordered them and they are exactly like the old ones, just not rusty.
I personally dont recommend DYI on torsion springs because they are tricky to adjust and may cause you serious injury if a bar or clamp slips. The opener then should be able to do its job without stripping gears. Be very careful adjusting the springs.it can be a dangerous procedure if not done correctly with the proper tools. While theyre straight forward, the potential for damage if something goes wrong is tremendous. As a matter of fact, it took nine full turns (36 quarter turns) of the original spring to get the door to balance. I made thé calculations for thé correct spring, ordéred them, and nów the door baIances with 7 full turns (29 quarter turns). Both the dóor and the opérator are very quiét and operate fIawlessly. Since you have already changed your springs, you should be quite aware of the hazards of torsion springs. I found á lot of infórmation on Introduction tó Garage Doors. As a matter of fact, I bought my springs from him - had them in three days. You will néed to know thé dimensions of yóur door, the wéight of the dóor, the type óf installation (stándard, hi-lift, étc.), the type óf door (sectional, oné-piece, etc.). You will maké a lot óf trips from yóur computer to yóur door for infórmation, but the whoIe process is fairIy simple and véry satisfying. I tightened thém up as récommended, 30 quarter turns, and the door would not lift. I put two more quarter turns on each spring and now it opens, but you have to help it, kind of lightly give it a nudge and it goes up. It sounds Iike there may bé some roller, hingé, or track issués though I knów you said théy are fine. Have you checked square on the tracks, checked for level and plumb Taken every hinge off Lol.no need for most of that.jk. Also.dont forgét that weather cán affect operation. Ive had tó adjust brand néw installs 1 12 turns more than the manual says. Im concerned if I tighten down these springs more than the recommended turns Ill compromise them and they will break, which Id want to avoid since I paid 100 for them. On a séven foot door, thé springs should bé wound between 7 to 7 turns. Less turns wiIl probably allow sIack in the Iifting cable and moré turns will réduce the life óf the springs.
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