Tensioning A Garage Door Torsion Spring

This cone has notches in it that are used to adjust the tension in the torsion spring.

Tensioning a garage door torsion spring.

Buying garage door torsion springs at american garage door supply we can help make overhead garage door repairs even easier with our full line of torsion springs. Torsion spring s for torsion systems set above the garage door. This video applies t. Step 2 use a metal rod to stick in the first notch of the cone.

Tighten the adjuster three full turns clockwise to add tension if the door closed and did not remain open halfway. A problem with the spring tension could cause the door to open or close unevenly improperly or at the wrong speed and adjusting the springs will likely solve the problem. Loosen the adjuster three turns counterclockwise if the door raised without. Both the winding and stationary cones are professionally installed for safe operation.

The cone is on the torsion spring on the left side away from the center of the garage door. All springs come with a free nylon center bushing. We we offer a vast selection of wire and spring sizes and both left and right wind torsion springs. This can make the other parts of the garage door last a much longer time.

Garage door springs offset the weight of the door and allow it to open and close with ease. Install new or use this pair of left install new or use this pair of left and right wound torsion springs to replace broken sectional garage door torsion springs. We have in stock standard or high cycle precision manufactured garage door torsion springs in a multitude of sizes and materials types for anyone looking to repair replace their. Winding bars are 18 in length and are also advised when winding and un winding springs.