Sliding glass door hard to open and close - Adjust rollers

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[@sableduvall197]

It says that grease is unavailable?? Which other would you recommend

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@missourimule921]

Thank you for this information. The sliding door has been a problem since I bought my house in April 2022. Some days I can open the door only a few inches to squeeze through. Thankfully, I'm slim. I've had 2 carpenters to check it. Neither knew what is wrong. One took the glass doors out of the frame, then reinstalled them. No change. I can't fix it myself, but, thanks to you, I can tell someone who can fix it.

[@jameshaslam2048]

Thank you. I thought that was how it worked, but feel much more confident about fiddling with it now. Will have to check out the locking mechanism, which I’m sure will need some work after I level the door.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@jameshaslam2048 You are welcome, and we are honored you took the time to reach out to us. What puts us in an even better mood is the fact that you are making this a DIY project. We love that! Reach out to us anytime you have any questions, the DIY community is the BEST! 😁👍🧰

[@georgeshell9877]

Great video that helped me understand what the issue was that we were having with our sliding door. Thanks!!!!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thank you as well. We appreciate you taking time out of your Saturday afternoon to reach out to us. Little things like this mean the world to us, let us know if you have any questions. 🧰

[@marywhitehair5675]

Thank you, this wasn't what I started looking for but this is exactly what I needed to know.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool, and you are welcome. Thank YOU! Great to hear our video was helpful. Reach out to us any time! 👍

[@eddiethomas2448]

My thoughts exactly! Didn’t even know I needed to know this just though maybe I needed to lubricate it!

[@bbbt8090]

I'm closing on a home in two weeks. This hopefully should fix both sliding doors! Thx

[@dennisrphymurphy7929]

Absolutely fantastic post. I'm going to go and tackle my sliding door. Thanks again

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We are very honored to read this, much appreciated. Looking forward to hearing back from you on how it goes. 👍🧰

[@michaelbryant972]

​@@DIYwithMichaelBorders I don't think he was able to get it fixed, unless he just didn't commnt back.😂

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@michaelbryant972 Let us know if you have any questions. 🧰

[@rhoodj]

Thanks a lot😮.. I will adjust my door and also replace the wood handle by this heavy duty handle set with lock.🙏🙏🤜🤛

[@Billy123bobzzz]

Excellent job, thank you so much!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ you are welcome. We are honored you reached out to us and shared this. 🧰

[@GoreTorn16]

Very helpful! Thank you

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We appreciate that, thank YOU! 😎👍🧰

[@lialidia9678]

Impeccable! Thank you!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thank you, and you are welcome. 🧰

[@johnargue2977]

Just learned something. Great video.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We are honored to hear, thank you. Hope you have a great Friday night and enjoyable weekend. 😁👍🧰

[@zhivago1955]

Excellent! Thx for sharing.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome. 😁👍

[@conchim99]

I did mine just now. Thank you happy Thanksgiving from Orsnge County California 😊

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome. You have beautiful weather in Orange County. I was just in Long Beach CA the last few days. We are back on the east coast now and enjoyed a great family gathering for Thanksgiving. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving day. Many more helpful videos to come! 😁👍

[@conchim99]

@DIYwithMichael orders no way I work in Long Beach memorial hospital off Altantic Blvd in Long Beach. Very nice sir. 👌

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@conchim99 Awesome, we were staying at the Westin Hotel on ocean Blvd. 😎👍

[@glassoftruth]

Great teaching

[@ewcamaewcama]

Great video, quick and easy. Question do you have a video where you replace the weather stripping that runs flush with the other glass door that is stationary

[@nicolespicer8021]

This was amazingly helpful. Thank you!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, means the world to us that you took time out of your Monday afternoon to share a comment. Reach out to us any time. 👍

[@EinshPalihawadana-kb1jv]

Thanks man this is a thumbs up video . Thank youuuuuuu

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@cidzavala5522]

thanks, exactly what i meed.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@Mechpg]

Thank you!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a ☕️ and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Very kind of you to reach out to us. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@mikeynuzz]

Nice job on the video

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thank you, we appreciate that. 🧰

[@lalo2641]

Thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@lalo2641 Good morning ☕️ you are welcome. 😁👍🧰

[@lalo2641]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders ok

[@joaquinsuarez6090]

Great info. I will try that. Can you clean with w40 and then add some wax candle patafin on track to help slide better? If that doesn't work, then do I have to replace the rollers? Why did you replace yours? Did you make a video?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, we haven’t used WD40 before because it doesn’t serve the same purpose as lithium grease. Lithium grease is the product to use when performing this project. 😎👍

[@joaquinsuarez6090]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders I used w40 to clean track and then the lithium grease spray you recommended and slides better now. Gracias!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@joaquinsuarez6090 That’s awesome, WD40 to clean and lithium grease to lubricate is a great idea! 😎👍

[@user-ve8wu8mj5f]

Thank you!How to install key lock?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@kentwestervelt9970]

Awesome advice! Do you adjust top at all?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ we appreciate that. Bottom rollers are the ones to be adjusted, most doors don’t have upper rollers. 😎👍🧰

[@richardvedder776]

My screwdriver only finds empty space when inserting and it's long enough to reach the front of the wheel.

[@weeweed86]

Nice....

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a ☕️ and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Thanks for sharing this. 👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@mtremblay3409]

Thanks for this video! My friend told me put wd40 on the wheels from the little hole, would you recommend that? Her door is now sliding like a brand new one. It's so smooth I almost broke it sliding it 😂. Thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, WD40 will work however won’t be as good as lithium grease. Even lithium grease though is a temporary fix as we mentioned in the video. The best thing to do is lubricate the rollers with lithium grease so it buys you time to purchase new replacement rollers. You can pick a day that works best for you as get those old worn out rollers replaced. Below is our step-by-step video on replacing rollers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZrRXml9eMiar5Isi=D9pAN18ketK5WWeh If you end up watching it, let us know if it was helpful. 👍

[@sableduvall197]

Where can I purchase lithium grease

[@marlen.rumiantseva]

Hello. This was very informative but my issue is that the frame of the sliding door is hitting the metal frame of the fixed panel. Any ideas on how to fix that would be much appreciated.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, any update? This can happen if the lower rollers are offset significantly. Another cause is damaged or warped door…or warped frame that the door rests and operates in. Another cause is if the door was recently removed and reinstalled…it’s possible that the door is not installed properly inside frame where the rollers are properly placed on the slide track.

[@marlen.rumiantseva]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders thanks for the reply! The bottom of the door and the track it sits on seem fine. What I noticed is that the sliding panel seems to have a bit of movement on the top & it seems to lean towards the fixed panel. Not sure if that makes sense. I wondered if there’s supposed to be something at the top keeping it at a certain offset from the overall frame. Someone told me this can happen due to the house settling over time and I can see that, but the question is if there’s anything at all to solve the issue, aside from replacing the door.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@marlen.rumiantseva Thanks for the follow up, this is helpful information. Two things come to mind from here. 1. You may be spot on when you say that the upper portion of frame is possibly missing a piece that helps secure/align sliding door so it doesn’t make contact with stationary door. This will depend on your specific setup/install/and brand of unit. 2. The door is sitting a bit to low and because of this, it’s not fully being assisted and guided by the upper portion of frame that the door sneaks into. Basically the upper portion of door has more room to lean back and forth as it travels. This can be fixed by adjusting the lower rollers out/down, which in return will raise the door higher into the upper framed slot/guide. If the rollers are not adjustable due to their age/condition, they will need to be replaced. Keep us posted. 🧰

[@marlen.rumiantseva]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders thanks again! I should have specified that there doesn’t seem to be or ever have been any kind of guide at the top. Another detail is that this door is at a condo that was built in 1971 & to be honest not sure if it’s original but I’d be surprised if it was ever replaced. I realize this is a bit of a unique situation & it’s hard to diagnose or find a solution without assessing the issue in person. I appreciate your suggestions. Thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@marlen.rumiantseva We are happy to help. Keep us posted.

[@brayanluna8592]

My screw is loose from the bottom does that mean their broken would i need new rollers r they expensive?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching. In that case, it’s best to replace your rollers. Out with the old and in with the new. You will have new rollers that slide very efficiently and brand new adjustment screws that can be adjusted with easy. Below is a link to a video of us, show me the steps of replacing these exact rollers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZrRXml9eMiar5Isi=w3ozs_rhz8mpdYtX New rollers are very price friendly. Keep us posted. 🧰

[@gigachard5690]

🤘🤘

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching. 👍

[@Telstar_1]

My sliding door has no adjustment screw at the bottom?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Telstar_1 Thanks for watching, any update? Is your adjustment mechanism on side?

[@Telstar_1]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders No, I wonder if it’s covered up behind the PVC frame so not visible. I might try cutting a small amount back at the bottom at some point.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Telstar_1 Thanks for the reply. By referencing the sticker on side of frame, you can obtain the model number. This may help you locate better and more specific to your unit information. 👍

[@TheSighphiguy]

it sucks when you have a door that DOESNT have access to the rollers.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ It definitely makes it easier to service the rollers when they are not on the bottom portion of the door and hard to access. What’s the update on your project, were you able to remove door from frame and replace rollers? Below is a link to our video showing replacement of these exact rollers on the bottom portion of our door. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZrRXml9eMiar5Isi=BZYlZu4yFuCIKy5r Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@Rigo1577]

It seems that I've damage the sliding track, is there a replacement track or a way to fixing it??

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, we can hopefully help. You may need a new track. If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/47qEuuC 👍

[@tinarigdon8724]

so what if the screws a froze up??? I cant turn them!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ you can apply some PBlaster to the screws which will break away and loosen up the rust and corrosion that has gathered on screws. If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/4aAGhPp Keep us posted. 🧰

[@tinarigdon8724]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Thank you so much for replying! I will give that a try!

[@VargasandLaRueChannel]

Not really. Mine has no bottom adjustment

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ any update? Are your adjustment rollers on top?

[@chrisi621]

hrm. my door cant be lifted. it wont budge upward.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, any update? Have you insured that your lower rollers have been properly adjusted to the full-up and stowed position? Having your rollers adjusted up will give you the most room to shift door out of its trim insert.

[@chrisi621]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders it was basically a shit show. i adjusted the rollers down, by accident and essentially locked the door in place (open, no less). i literally could not budge it. ended up having to take it down completely and then clean/adjust the rollers. It slides, but still is not smooth. But its 30 years old. ill probably just get a new one come spring/summer

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@chrisi621 We appreciate the follow up. Being 30 years old, it’s a real good time to replace the lower rollers. Below is a helpful link that shows us replacing the lower rollers on this exact door. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZrRXml9eMiar5Isi=3gyHtc0MWy6YNddN You may find a very helpful. 🧰

[@SpiroThomas]

How would I remove that door if needed?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, we can hopefully help. Below are two links, one shows removing door and the other link shows replacing rollers. 😎👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2m5nph-hLlgr5osi=Fv5gsB3BJAeIlyiX kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZrRXml9eMiar5Isi=7LUQJlF43zn-nzBE Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@doublecooltothemax]

Is there a way to tell how it's set? I had my shoulder replaced and I think my asshole roommates set it on hard! Unfortunately I only have use of my right arm so is there an easy way to tell how it's set?

[@jacksonbennett84]

Hahaha

[@doublecooltothemax]

@@jacksonbennett84 what my lack of an arm? Or the thought of them pulling that on me?

[@am180dotcom]

Hi there! The sliding glass door you're working on seems remarkably similar to one I have at my place. Could you kindly share the make and model of the door? I've been having a hard time finding any way to identify the manufacturer on mine. Thanks in advance!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, ours is the exact same…no info whatsoever on the door. If you’re looking to replace the rollers, we will post a link to the rollers we purchased for this exact door. If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/3Jkj9JI These tandem rollers made the door slide like brand new once installed.