Torsion Spring Replacement
(Two Springs)
This page gives detailed instructions on how to install your garage door springs on a door that uses two springs. Caution! This is dangerous work, so read the warnings carefully.
If you prefer videos, be sure to check out our video on how to replace garage door torsion springs.
Torsion Spring Replacement
(One Spring)
This tutorial gives detailed instructions on how to replace your torsion spring if your garage door only uses one spring. Caution! This is dangerous work, so read the warnings carefully.
Installing Torsion Springs with an S3 Winder
This tutorial gives instructions for how to wind your springs with an S3 winder, instead of through the more hazardous way of using winding bars. These winders are reusable for up to three full cycles of winding and unwinding your springs before they should be replaced.
How to Install a Single Torsion Spring Assembly
The purpose of this tutorial is to show how to install a standard garage door torsion spring assembly on a new garage door, or on a door that previously used extension springs, TorqueMaster springs, or EZ-Set torsion springs.
Torsion Spring Cone Replacement
Are you mechanically challenged? Order your springs with cones. If you enjoy the challenge and adventure of something new, however, you can remove the cones from your old springs and use them on your new springs. You'll discover that removing cones from garage door springs can be quite easy. You can give it a try before ordering.
TorqueMaster Cone and Spacer Replacement
Is your TorqueMaster spring still intact, but the cone or spacer is broken? This tutorial is for you! The steps included here are meant to walk you through the process of getting your cone and/or spacer replaced and allow you to reuse your functional spring.
Extension Spring Replacement
Do you have a sectional overhead garage door that uses extension springs? Did one of your springs break? Follow the steps in our easy tutorial to replace your extension springs to get your door running again.
EZ-Set Torsion Spring Replacement
Replacing EZ-Set torsion springs is different from replacing standard torsion springs. The hardware is different. Parts are mounted differently, and major problems can occur if they are not mounted properly.
If you're just looking for directions on how to wind your EZ-Set springs, watch this video on how to wind your EZ-Set torsion springs.
TorqueMaster Torsion Spring Replacement
Looking for help to figure out Wayne Dalton's installation instructions for your TorqueMaster springs? Look no further! Behold - easy to follow, step-by-step instructions to help YOU replace your broken TorqueMaster torsion springs!
If your spring is still intact, but your spring cone or spacer is broken, follow this tutorial on TorqueMaster Cone and Spacer Replacement Tutorial.
Self-Storage Door Torsion Spring Replacement
The following instructions can be followed by most do-it-yourselfers. You will need a second person to help you at the beginning of this tutorial to raise the door so that you can replace your torsion springs. These instructions are for replacing two springs on a self-storage roll-up door, also known as a mini-warehouse curtain door, that has the typical self-storage style loops on each end of the springs.
One Piece Garage Door Extension Spring Replacement
The instructions in this tutorial demonstrate how to replace extension springs on a one-piece garage door.
Commercial Overhead Door Duplex Torsion Spring Replacement
This tutorial is for experienced maintenance personnel only. These instructions walk you through replacing both the inside and outside springs of a duplex assembly system on commercial and industrial overhead doors. This tutorial involves a pair of duplex assemblies on a high-lift system.
Commercial Torsion Spring Replacement
I began learning the garage door trade in the Chicago blizzard of 1979. One of the more challenging jobs was replacing four huge 6" I.D. torsion springs on large 22' X 14' sectional overhead garage doors.
These instructions are for 4 - 6" torsion springs with center-mount operator, inside lift. (PDF)
These instructions are for 2 - 6" torsion springs, with coupler in middle, outside lift. (PDF)
These instructions are for 2 - 6" torsion springs, with coupler and operator drive sprocket, inside lift. (PDF)
Buy Commercial and Industrial Torsion Springs.
Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster Torsion Spring Replacement
The instructions in this tutorial demonstrate how to replace Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster springs.
Winding Springs with Less than 90 Degrees of Turning Area
What do you do when your ceiling above the garage door is too low, and there's not enough room to wind the springs? This tutorial is one solution for winding and unwinding your springs in a low headroom space.