Scott - I'd call a local garage door place for an estimate on the
springs. You might find it is very reasonable. It is tough and you
need the correct diameter steel rods that will fit the holes nicely. Do
not stand where the rod can hit you. Since you are switching to an
insulated door, it might be heavier, so you will have to tension the
door differently.
Installing a door is best as a two person job. Maybe the installer has
a guy that can stop by after hours and help you out for a reasonable amount.
Brian
On 10/14/2019 8:39 PM, Scott Hall via Shop-talk wrote:
> Got a new insulated garage door for winter here. Need to remove the
> old door.
>
>
> Torsion springs seem to be one of those things that drive emergency
> room visits in real life, not just internet clickbait.
>
>
> Before I just do what Google says, I think I'd like to hear from the
> real people on a subject like that. Can I somehow un-do the cable ends
> from the door, or the cables from the springs and then remove the door
> panels, or do I need to de-tension the torsion spring first?
>
>
> And if I need to de-tension it, what's the best method to avoid
> smashed skulls or broken limbs?
>
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
>
> Scott
>
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