Torsion spring winding rods is the only tool recommended to make torsion spring adjustments to balance the weight of a garage door.
Garage door spring adjustment rods.
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.
The screws will need to be loosened to move the cone and adjust the tension of the rod.
Winding rods are included with purchase.
Prime line gd 52238 torsion spring winding rods the only tools recommended for adjusting or replacing garage door tension springs 1 2 diameter x 16 long round steel rods pack of 2 4 7 out of 5 stars 175 9 25 9 25 0 06 oz get it as soon as thu jun 11.
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Have another person hold the rod in place to make sure that it doesn t come out while you begin to loosen the screws.
Failure to use these rods when replacing or adjusting torsion springs may result in personal injury and property damage.
Get your garage door working properly with the prime line products gd52238 torsion spring winding rods 2 pack.
They re constructed of heavy sturdy steel and designed for increasing winding and decreasing unwinding the tension on garage door torsion springs.
If the rod comes loose then the torsion spring could snap and cause bodily harm.
Take a wrench to loosen the two screws on the cone.
To adjust your garage door s side mounted springs first open your door fully and secure it in place with a c clamp below the bottom roller.
L torsion springs in gold left and right wound pair for sectional garage door.
Once your garage door is secured remove the spring hook from the track hanger which will allow you to move the hook and adjust the spring s tension.
These garage door winding rods have a universal design that can be used on different styles and models of residential or commercial garages.