Garage Door Extension Spring Stretcher

Height of the door extension springs vary in length.

Garage door extension spring stretcher.

Starting with our easy to use selection tool you can easily find the garage door extension springs you are looking for the 1st time. We recommend that you replace both springs that is why we only sell in pairs. Springs that work for a standard height door won t work for an extra tall door because the springs will need to extend farther. If you cannot determine the color code it will be necessary to weigh the door.

Garage door extension springs stretch to provide lifting power for the door. Extension springs stretch springs for 7 high garage doors 80 lb. To weigh your door. Tan 110 lb.

Fasten c clamps or vice grips under bottom rollers to retain door. It has a 25 inch relaxed or compressed length and a 42 inch stretched length which is how far the spring should be stretched when the garage door is closed. 3 springs are only sold in pairs. Garage door extension springs for 7 high doors extension springs stretch springs for 7 high garage doors 80 lb.

A c hook is required for a single spring installation while a w hook is required for a double spring installation available separately. We recommend replacing all springs at the same time for balanced door lift and even wear. Blue see more product details. White 120 lb.

Once you know the total weight of your garage door using a bathroom scale for doors under 300 pounds you can use the chart below to see the color extension spring you need. Measure door the height. Yellow disconnect the springs and opener and use a scale to weigh the door if unsure of the weight of the door. White 120 lb.

The pull weight of an extension spring is determined by the color code found on the end of the spring. Measurements you ll want to note include. Save some money by replacing garage side extension spring on an old one piece garage door by yourself. Light blue 100 lb.

For an 8 foot high door the spring would be 28 inches long with a 48 inch stretch. Garage springs are under an extreme amount of tension and either stretch or torque providing enough force to help you move the door. The c128 28 in. Green 130 lb.

As you might expect longer springs tend to be used on taller garage doors. There are several types of garage door springs to consider when replacing them. Clip end extension spring is a holmes spring replacement for heavier 1 piece garage doors as well as for toy haulers using lift springs. Most extension springs for 7 foot high doors are 25 inches long with a 42 inch stretch.

This extension spring is used on a seven foot garage door. Yellow 140 lb. 8 doors require a 27 spring that stretches up to 48 75 total length when to door is closed extension springs are a non returnable item call customer service if you have any questions. Light blue 100 lb.

Gold 90 lb. Tan 110 lb. Take the measurements to a garage door professional and they ll help you find the right spring. These springs are typically made of steel and mounted above the horizontal track of the garage door.