Garage Door Spring Replacement Tutorial (filmed at our parts store)

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of replacing the springs on your garage door. Understanding how to measure and order the correct springs is crucial for a successful replacement. By following this step-by-step guide, you'll ensure that you have all the necessary tools and measurements ready for your garage door spring replacement.

Step 1: Measure the Wire Diameter

• Focus on measuring the broken spring.
• Count and measure 20 coils of the spring.
• Convert the measurement to a decimal format.
• Divide this value by 20 to determine the wire diameter.

Step 2: Measure the Inside Diameter

• Confirm that you are using a 2-inch spring.
• Use a caliper or measuring tape to measure the inside diameter.

Step 3: Measure the Length of the Broken Spring

• Measure only the length of the broken portion.
• Do not include any end pieces in your measurement.
• If the spring is in two pieces, push them together and measure the total length.

Step 4: Identify the Spring Size

Familiarize yourself with the spring sizes available for ordering:

• .207 x 2 x 22 (most common)
• .218 x 2 x 23 (common)
• .218 x 2 x 25
• .225 x 2 x 24
• .225 x 2 x 35 (common high cycle)
• .234 x 2 x 27
• .243 x 2 x 29 (common)
• .250 x 2 x 30 (common single spring)
• .262 x 2 x 32

Step 5: Gather Additional Items for Replacement

In addition to springs, consider these parts you may need:

• Set of winding bars
• 10 nylon rollers
• 3 bearing plates
• 2 torsion cables (for 7 or 8 ft tall doors)
• 2 cable drums

Step 6: Place Your Order

• Call or text the parts store at 713-557-3407 for pricing and to place your order.
• An invoice will be emailed to you after your order is placed.
• Once payment is processed, your items will be shipped via FedEx, and you will receive shipping updates via email.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you will be well-prepared to replace your garage door springs. Measuring correctly ensures that you order the right parts, making the replacement process smoother. For any questions or assistance, feel free to reach out to the parts store. Happy repairing!