[Shop-talk] Garage door openers

[Pat Horne]

Moose, I have a 12’x10’ insulated door on my shop. I didn’t want a screw or chain drive because I didn’t have the available overhead space so I went with a shaft (or wall mount) opener from Liftmaster. Works great. It has Wi-Fi & BT, but they don’t need to be used except for setup. I got mine from Lowe’s as an unopened special order that was never picked up, discounted 50%! 

I haven’t looked, but you might be able to find one online @ a discount shop. 

There are some that have battery backup built in if that would be helpful. 

Peace, Pat

Pat Horne 
We support Habitat for Humanity


On Jun 12, 2025, at 11:36 AM, eric at megageek.com wrote:

Team,

Does anyone have an online source for garage door openers for larger doors?

I have a 12X12 insulated door and my opener just quit.

It was a Raynor 1/2 and lasted 23 years (so it really didn't owe me anything.)  It failed most likely because the springs weren't tension properly (they 'slacken' over time and I never readjusted them. That has since been corrected.)

Anyway, local place that did the install quoted 2 grand for a new one installed.

I just want to buy one and install it myself.  But all I find are the 'big box' brands that have wifi and such and 3 and 4 piece 8' rails.

I do NOT want wifi.  Just a button.  Also, I want a 12' one piece rail, so I guess that is why I'm having a hard time finding them online.

Anyone got any suggestions?

Thanks.

Moose._______________________________________________

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