Garage Door Extension Spring And Cable Diagram

Yes good job now you are done replacing garage door springs.

Garage door extension spring and cable diagram.

Safety cables keep a broken garage door spring from sailing around the garage. Move the remaining cable out of the way. 8 doors require a 27 spring that stretches up to 48 75 total length when to door is closed extension springs are a non returnable item call customer service if you have any questions. The everbilt 12 ft.

If you cut off the excess cable you may need new cables the next time you replace your extension springs. Garage door extension cables 2 pack are made of galvanized steel and have a 1 8 in. They are similar to the garage door cables though usually lighter weight. Slide the safety cable through the extension spring.

For opening and closing garage doors. If the door is not closing quite right. Using a staple gun works well. Minimum end to end tensile strength of 1 400 lbs.

This will keep the cable from damaging the garage door as it opens and closes. Take a look at adjusting garage door springs if your door needs adjustment the link is three paragraphs back. Does the door close. They are attached to the garage door track or wall near the stationary pulleys lace through the garage door springs and connect to the same support that the spring does.

For extension spring systems they need safety cables so follow our video on how to replace your garage door extension spring safety cables. The cable has 7 strands with 7 wires per strand for strength and durability. Starting with our easy to use selection tool you can easily find the garage door extension springs you are looking for the 1st time.