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    juntol_40 Posts: 16, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 12, 2008, 05:02 PM
    Garage door spring
    Hello,my garage door spring is broken I got sectional garage door and the spring is on the top.can I fix it myself and how thank you
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    Oct 12, 2008, 06:01 PM

    There are places that you can get the parts
    (lowes-HomeDepot) They also have books on fixing and installing garage doors.
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    Feb 26, 2010, 07:01 AM

    If you never donit please call a professional like mrz garage doors,630-988-1049
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    Mar 1, 2010, 01:13 AM

    Is there 2 springs? One on each side. If so, it would be wise to change both springs. This will keep the door better balanced. Install springs with door in up/open position.

    Older spring will stretched out a bit from use.

    Be sure to run a cable through spring as a safety feature to keep spring from falling if it breaks in the future. Hook cable to spring mount at back of door and to door track frame at front.

    Good luck

    Chuck
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