How I Replaced Deadly Garage Door Torsion Springs

Re:How I Replaced Deadly Garage Door Torsion Springs by linsomniac on Monday March 18, 2024 @11:47PM (#39752765)

I think the next time I have to replace my torsion springs, I'm going to install the Coplay Ez-Set system, anyone have experience with it? It has a built in tensioning system. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Clopay-EZ-Set-Torsion-Conversion...

It has a built-in winder that uses a power drill.

There are tools that will attach to the traditional winders and you can use a power drill, those tools are $800, which is a bit hard to swallow.

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Re:How I Replaced Deadly Garage Door Torsion Springs by ehaskins on Tuesday March 19, 2024 @01:40AM (#39753247)

I've installed doors with that system, or a very similar Menard's carries.

Given the choice, I'd opt for it since it is easier to fine tune, but I'm not convinced it's safer than the traditional way. You still have to secure the door against unintentional movement and ensure everything is assembled correctly before tensioning.

The only "safety" feature I see is it eliminates the appeal to use an inadequate tool to tension the spring, so resist the urge to use a flimsy old screwdriver and you'll probably have similar risk either way.

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