> Do I just need a couple rods of the appropriate size to wind a
> little more tension into the spring? Presumably I should put a rod
> in, hold it, and loosen what looks like a set screw, then wind a
> turn into it, reset the set screw, test, etc.?
>
> Doors are pretty heavy... Should I do this with the garage door up
> or down? Seems like the spring would have less tension on it if
> the door was up, but I dunno about how much access I'd have...
You described the technique perfectly. Do the adjusting with the door
down, so you can heft the door to check the adjustment.
- Bill Rabel
Anacortes, WA
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