Recent content by ReadyForWinter

Hi everyone, Here are the photos of my door situation. https://www.icloud.com/photostream/#A4Gf693ZkpOqQ I believe the side extension springs make it impossible for me to use a Jacknife system. I considered upndown's idea of lowering the rails and shortening the verticals, but I'm not sure I...

Hi upndown, When you say I may be able to lower the top fixtures and cut off the same distance from the vertical tracks. Do you mean hang the end of the rails lower with adjustable metal strips? Then unscrew and use a hack saw to take the same distance off the vertical tracks? Would I the...

Thanks, Chief and Jeftec1 - I read about these low clearance brackets in another low ceiling post on GJ. But I'm wondering if they will work on a system with side extension springs? The highest roller on the door has its own rail. Does any body know? Thanks 6t7gto for your idea to mount...

Hi Garage Journal-ers, I am trying to install a garage door opener for a friend who doesn't have much money for home improvements. I'm pretty handy with tools and I'm good at reading directions :thumbup: But I've gotten to the point where I'm totally stuck :confused: I'm hoping that you all...