Ive never heard this before… so I won’t be switching around anything & just take your word for it… And quite frankly I’m not buying it…the spring I have now works just fine. So whatever it is you’re selling it’s a pass for me alright pal

Thank you tommy lol

This is an incorrect assumption. While typically a height of 91 inches or more is going to be a 15 inch radius, that is just a rule of them based on typical installations. But is possible that whoever installed the garage door still used a 12 inch or other radius. You need to verify the actual radius. The proper way to measure the actual radius is to use a square and measure the height of the curve from where it starts to curve on the vertical track to where the curve meets the horizontal track. This image shows what this looks like: www.garagedoorstuff.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/bracket_guide_updated_g.jpg.

I would like to switch from extension springs to torsion springs. How do I determine the size of torsion springs that I need? The door size 9’ wide x 8’ tall. The door is pretty heavy as it is a solid wood door.

Tom, you took the mystery out of replacing the torsion springs. I am 70 yrs old and live on SS, so any work I can do myself really helps out. I had a co-worker many years ago badly damage his arm when he attempted to replace the springs, so, I was hesitant about taking this job on. But with the correct tools and instruction, I am confident I can do the job myself. Thanks.

do these insulation kits meet smoke flame spread standards for residential use?

Wow 2 very good looking guys. Woof

Will the garage door wobbles on the way up if the torsion springs are not the same size? Can they be adjusted or do they need to be the same exact sizes?

Poor instruction!

Excellent training video

Without a doubt, the best HOW -TO video on the subject!

Welp...That explained absolutely nothing. Thanks!

Hi, what happens when a garage door spring breaks? Does the garage door come crashing down? Thanks for answering. Best regards, Nancy

How do you insulate a sectional aluminum door that has ribs running horizontally across the middle of each section, rather than between the sections? This means there's no frame to hold insulation panels and there's the need to bevel each panel for clearance purposes when opening/closing it.

Excellent tutorial, especial red and black

Great video and It looks fairly simple but its not .. I followed the instructions ( replacing and upgrading one broken spring with a matching pair for my 7’x8’ door) and two things happened; 1- once i was done (7’ door, 30 turns each), the door violently wanted to jump up , but i was able to stop it somehow and bring it down. So, i unwinded the 2 springs few times till the door was finally balanced, with good tension on both cables. Then to test it before engaging the motor, i tried to left it all way up with my hand, but for some reason, both cables jumped off the drums and the door got stuck in midway. Not sure what i am doing wrong. Help! Also, if i am doubling the springs (from 1 to 2) should not the number of torques on each spring get halved , or at least get reduced less than 30? Thanks 🙏

Are they both going to be left hand/vise versus or one left and one right ?

The absolute best most professional demonstration of all that are out there. I've done this before and wanted a quick refresher -THIS ONE THIS GUY - on top if it all the way and offers every tip needed, that many others do not mention. Great job man.

People will tell you anything to sell torsion springs. 😂

This video rocks- everything in one place one needs to know. Our garage doors is so much smoother and quieter after following these instructions. Thanks!

Good video. When you said left or right. Are you looking at inside of the garage door or from the outside of the garage?

Best one I’ve seen ….nice job!

Where do you buy the radius section? I've looked all over and can't find them.

Worst instruction video ever! Like seriously, you deserve an award!

I actually thought you would measure the radius of the curve on the track. Great video.

? mine have no color..and which way to wind them??

Yes you're right, 8 foot door has different measurement, as does any door height other than the 7 foot door he is giving the radius height for.

Excellent video!!!

May I make a suggestion? The opener...maybe it's time to upgrade to a belt drive! Say, like the Liftmaster 8550 opener?

Best video how do it correctly

So if it is black I tighten clockwise?

You say look at the end of the coil right here but what are you talking about there? The color?

Great job Tommy

I wish this guy was my Neighbor! Hands down the best tutorial on how to change out Garage Door Springs,. we spent 460.OO On a company and they did a half assed Job! thanks Friend Merry Christmas to you and yours.

my door is 7x16 count on 1/4 turns is ? i am at 28 hard pull up

this guy knows his shit

Outstanding video. Had a door problem we’re the the tension cables came off due to an obstruction. I simply followed your instructions and in no time my door is back in business. I can thank you enough for the awesome step by step. One can’t go wrong with this video. Many thanks.

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Awesome explanation very clear to learn thanks I will subscribe now 👍🏼

Change out your springs lol just add a turn or 2

Very informative

Another great video

Wow great explanation

Thank you Tommy Melo. This is simple and concise great job!

Thanks for your help! You just gave me the confidence to do this job and saved my family some money.

What questions do you ask the installer so you know if he/she is trained and experienced?

Say "inexperienced" or 'untrained", not "amateur" spring changers. The technical procedures were very clear.

Assuming Thomas is about 6 feet, it looks like the door is a 7 footer. His rule of 91 or less indicates a 12 inch radius doesn't work for other door heights. I have an 8 foot door, and the rail is 99 inches from the floor. But it sure looks like a 12 inch radius track. If I subtract 12 from 99, which is 87, to adjust my situation to his door height example, then the rule works for me. This video is going to mess some people up if they just follow his instructions.

Wow! Very professional and personable. I can totally understand the whole process. Thank you for such good instructions!!

Congratulation to Tom Mello! Very good video. Post some more!.