Black winding cone torsion springs are used on the right side of the door and red winding cone torsion springs are used on the left side of the door when viewing the door from the inside looking out.
How to install a torsion spring on garage door.
If your garage door isn t operating properly the torsion springs are likely to blame.
Many garage door servicemen mark the springs with chalk or paint but you can probably wind the springs in the time it would take me to explain how to read the marks.
Otherwise replace both the left and right springs at the same time to save yourself from having to do the job twice.
Begin by turning the spring up 1 4 turn until it meets resistance.
At this point you will wind the springs.
If you re concerned about tackling this project on your own consider hiring out the job to a professional.
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