How To Hang Garage Door Rails

Install the garage door opener.

How to hang garage door rails.

Check to ensure track is parallel to the door then screw the track to the wall framing. Attach hinges to the top of each panel image 2. Torsion see above which mounts on the header above the door and extension photo 1 which floats above the upper roller track. Gather your tools and accessories and do the work yourself during the weekend.

Garage door springs come in two styles. See below for a shopping list and tools subscribe to this ol. Install the third door panel in a similar manner. Install the weatherstripping onto the bottom edge of the bottom door panel.

To install the opener you ll need to hang another angle iron from the center joist on your garage s ceiling. Drill pilot holes image 1 and secure the bar with screws. The installation process varies by manufacturer so read the instructions provided with the garage door. If you re installing a two car garage door place a reinforcing bar on the top panel to prevent the door from bowing in the center.

Follow the included instructions to hook up the opener and fasten it to the spring system with a pulley and cable. If you want to install new horizontal and vertical rails for the doors of your garage you do not need the help of a professional. Screw the track to the door frame. Slide one of the vertical rails on the wound.

Garage door rails how to install horizontal and vertical garage door rails. In the past extension springs were safer to install but didn t have containment cables running through the center of the spring. Begin installing your new door. Adjust the track to ensure door fits without rubbing then tighten lag screws with ratchet wrench.

Most common garage door track options. Be sure the bar is centered on the panel. Overhead acting garage door track options are best described by the size or radius of the curved track component or by the amount of low headroom the door must fit in.