How To Change A Torsion Spring On A Garage Door

Look for a reddish cone on the torsion spring.

How to change a torsion spring on a garage door.

To ensure the correct wind on the new torsion spring the end of the spring wire next to the winding cone on the left side should point up. Reattach the cable drum rewrap the cable and reinsert the shaft into the bearing. Lubricate the spring with garage door lubricant then remove the clamp from the. Tighten the set screws on the winding cone.

The red cone indicates a right wind spring. Insert the second bar. Slide your new torsion spring to the center bracket above the garage door. This is two as you wind the spring it should grow in length the thickness of one coil for every turn.

Here s how to replace garage door torsion springs. The cone is on the torsion spring on the left side away from the center of the garage door. Using a hammer tap the winding bar to stretch the spring out inch. Begin removing the old springs by securing the door to the track.

If your door has two springs which many do it is wise to replace both of them at the same time. Many garage door tradesmen mark the torsion springs with chalk or paint but this often generates confusion. Close the garage door and use c clamps to hold the door closed.