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Originally posted by Gooch1971
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These were ALL of my exact sentiments. FWIW: I will NEVER try to change the coil spring on the garage door. My grandfather, who was the handiest person I've ever known, nearly lost a hand when the spring recoiled on him.
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I have a Chamberlain Screw type opener and while the mechanical components work nicely the remotes and keypad units $uck. It's gotten to the point where you have to drive right up to the door to get an open...and it may take many button hits.
The keypad will not work when mounted on aluminum. I'm on my third unit. I believe they also make Sears openers and well.
Regarding the torsion springs, I replaced mine and it was not that hard. If careful it is definitely a DIY oiperation. A search will show a thread describing my experience.