5 attach springs and connect cables.
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Attach hinges to the top of each panel image 2.
Use locking pliers or a c clamp to secure the door to the track to keep it from opening when you release the tension on the springs 1 x research sourcestep 2 loosen the set screws while holding each spring with a winding bar.
Pull the cable as tight as possible before tightening the setscrews.
2 attach hardware to door section.
4 install track insert rollers.
Step 1 unplug the garage door opener and clamp the door to the track.
First shut the garage door so that you have full access to the tracks.
Removal and installation of new garage doors.
6 see complete illustrated installation instructions included with your new door.
Position a sturdy ladder to the side of the springs rather than working directly in front of them for safety reasons.
Drill pilot holes image 1 and secure the bar with screws.
With the drawbar mounted and the holes drilled insert and tighten the attaching hardware that fastens the drawbar to the door.
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Begin installing your new door.
Now it s time for the fun part.
Mark the drawbar mounting screw holes on the garage door and drill the holes in the door.
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To safely repair garage doors it s necessary to understand the forces at work.
3 place sections in opening.
Rotate the drum to wind the cable into the winding grooves.
In this video you ll learn how the door system is counterbalanced allowing the springs to offset the weight of the door throughout the door s travel.
Be sure the bar is centered on the panel.
Disconnect the garage door opener so the door remains closed.
Put on eye.
Introduction to garage door counterbalance.
If you re installing a two car garage door place a reinforcing bar on the top panel to prevent the door from bowing in the center.
Next grab a ladder a silicon base lubricant and some protective eyewear.