DIY! How To Lubricate Your Noisy Garage Door

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  • Want to quiet your NOISY garage door and keep it operating effectively for a loooong time? This video will show you, step-by-step, how to lubricate your garage door, easily in just a few minutes.
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  • @joys2650
    @joys2650 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have the exact garage door opener. I followed all your instructions and am so happy I didn't hire a specialist. My two quotes were over $130.00. Thank you for the great explanations of all the moving parts.

  • @meastacy1
    @meastacy1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    You did a better job than what I've seen on other videos. You actually took the camera to a couple spots that I wasn't quite sure of. Thank you for your video

  • @JAStechnicalmedia
    @JAStechnicalmedia ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well explained. Particularly helpful: The instruction for lubricating the opener's trolley rail and control-arm pivots, which I was specifically looking for and hadn't found elsewhere I had checked.

  • @jeffwillett4598
    @jeffwillett4598 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video, I never realized all the lube points I was missing until I watched this. I used silicone spray instead of my usual white lithium this time , made all the difference. My door is around 15 years old, I thought I was keeping it lubed good until I tried this info, now it's quiet for the first time. Of course, quiet means less wear too.

  • @dougvan9459
    @dougvan9459 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This worked. Thank you. Your video was well explained. Only took me 7 minutes to do my single car garage door.

  • @G_Ellis606
    @G_Ellis606 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great vid! I have the same model! Very helpful. I had a garage door specialist come by recently and he said just use reg. WD40. LOL He replaced the springs

  • @naamangeist7843
    @naamangeist7843 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    If you have sealed bearings, there is no need to lubricate anything on the cable pulley area. The cable only lays on the perimeter of the pulley; there is no friction. Also, the inside of the pulley is bolted to the shaft and therefore the pulley moves with the shaft, creating no friction there either.

    • @jeffwillett4598
      @jeffwillett4598 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I disagree, the cable can wear into the pulley over time, there is tension on it.

  • @enlighten-me
    @enlighten-me 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Excellent video. Thank you for your thoroughness and all the close-ups!

  • @watchfuleagleson
    @watchfuleagleson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Most helpful of several such vids. I like that you didn't bother to use a straw for spraying (since my Blaster can didn't come with one). The main culprit seemed to be the torsion spring (9:17), which I sprayed top, front & bottom. Had to open & close door several times to distribute silicone & have any drops go on floor before I drove back in. Squeak gone!

    • @DANDLINC
      @DANDLINC  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad it helped out. Thanks for watching. It's funny how these things get gradually louder and louder over the seasons until you finally say...Dang! That's gotta get lubed!!

  • @paolareyful
    @paolareyful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for your excellent video! After watching several other videos I depended on yours to get the job done. Great detail and illustrations.

    • @DANDLINC
      @DANDLINC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome, thank you!

  • @fujimanxt-3420
    @fujimanxt-3420 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really appreciate the detail that you put into this video. I have the exact same garage door and pulley configuration and you made it easy to understand which points needed to be lubricated. I am off to Home Depot to get my silicone spray!

  • @jameecampbell6653
    @jameecampbell6653 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very good video!

  • @johnb7490
    @johnb7490 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great information, thanks

  • @ThePassamezzo
    @ThePassamezzo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thankyou. From a noisy garage door in the seaside city of Mandurah, Australia

  • @Aplexity
    @Aplexity 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video. I often see lots of misinformation around this but this is all good info

  • @quenemoend
    @quenemoend 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very good video and I appreciate the close up views. Also, thanks for including info about the belt drive; very helpful. Others mostly discuss the chain drives.

    • @DANDLINC
      @DANDLINC  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and please consider subscribing. That helps my little channel grow.

  • @JeffreyR-kw6nl
    @JeffreyR-kw6nl 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Terrific. Hinges and springs will do it every time.

  • @nitamckeethen6986
    @nitamckeethen6986 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    An excellent tutorial! I am going to do this tomorrow. Thank you.

  • @zacksgaragedoorserviceandr1208
    @zacksgaragedoorserviceandr1208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You did a perfect job I use the same stuff not a lot of people understand what to use soo good job

    • @DANDLINC
      @DANDLINC  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Zack!

  • @JoeMoshKC
    @JoeMoshKC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this video. So useful

  • @jbennettful
    @jbennettful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for your video. I was using WD-40 and not getting the results I was expecting plus I was missing areas that needed lubricant. So I followed your instructions and all is good.

    • @riclmena9395
      @riclmena9395 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's because WD-40 is not a lubricant it's a rust inhibitor and it states it on the can that this product is not a lubricant and should not be used as a lubricant!

  • @keithallen2769
    @keithallen2769 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you. I needed this tutorial as I am lubricating my door today.
    Thank you again.

  • @squrt29
    @squrt29 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks a lot! I will say that it took me a tad longer than 15 minutes!

  • @joshchicago2008
    @joshchicago2008 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great diy. Thanks for sharing!

  • @shanedk
    @shanedk ปีที่แล้ว

    It's so cool to find a video that's almost exactly my same garage door setup, belt, torsion springs, everything! Thanks!

  • @aa1855aa
    @aa1855aa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video. I would never have thought to grease the spring.

    • @HillCountryPrepper
      @HillCountryPrepper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mine door was "popping" and sticking. Lubed the spring and now it works like butter. I did some reading and I guess we're supposed to lubricate the tension spring at least once a year.

  • @ronk9830
    @ronk9830 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another video showed greasing the underside of the trolley rail. I didn't agree with that, and moved along to this video, and I agree the top of the rail is what needs lubricated. I also agree with the instructions on the door itself, so it must be a good video. 👍

  • @kimberlyfake9127
    @kimberlyfake9127 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this video!

  • @erikhanson4191
    @erikhanson4191 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job on your garage maintenance how to repair

  • @lilwalker67
    @lilwalker67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So helpful👍

  • @geoffreyweiss3848
    @geoffreyweiss3848 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for posting!

  • @Thatatist
    @Thatatist ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good thank you!

  • @aborn24
    @aborn24 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome thanks 😊

  • @erikprock1400
    @erikprock1400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for making this. For years my dad used to grease the tracks. Now I realize he was doing it all wrong. But back then I don't think you could just go but silicon or lithium based oils. Every thing changes.

  • @MrScottmccarthy
    @MrScottmccarthy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So instead of having a timing belt type chain, I have a chain. Would you suggest to lubricate the chain?? Thanks

  • @p3te13
    @p3te13 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I enjoyed the video. I have a question: Would PTFE Lube (North Woods Tuf Gel) be okay for the hinges?

  • @HillCountryPrepper
    @HillCountryPrepper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well done. I'm heading out to the garage now. Thanks for posting this.

  • @williamc2930
    @williamc2930 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The cable drums are fixed onto the shaft with a bolt. They do not turn individually.

  • @Liplip40
    @Liplip40 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you sir!

  • @chelos5168
    @chelos5168 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.

  • @upulkumara4776
    @upulkumara4776 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir.

  • @georgieats
    @georgieats ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you replaced your roller with Nylon?

  • @sproulman1
    @sproulman1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Use Lubriplate low temp grease fir screw drive if your garage is not heated ..
    I got 14 oz fir small grease gun off e bay fir $12 del ...

  • @marshallfelter2414
    @marshallfelter2414 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The one of the three he puts aside is the one brand that most garage door contractors use, 😂

  • @connorluka7149
    @connorluka7149 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    5:16 clean door (keeping clean ) 😳 5:28 💁

  • @patty4767
    @patty4767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a chain drive. Do I use the blaster on the whole chain. Do I clean first with WD 40? It is really dirty as I had construction sawing in the garage.

    • @vitalsteve1
      @vitalsteve1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      wd40 is a mild solvent with lube in it. yes you can use wd40 to soften and loosen old dirt and grime then wipe away. lube again after

  • @junbug2616
    @junbug2616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I always use to be that guy that used wd40 on my garage doors because I did not know any better my garage door would be so dam loud I would never be able to hide coming in from a late night from hanging out with the guys from the wife because the garage door would be so loud it would wake up the kids and her and they sleep upstairs lol

  • @debraruben2098
    @debraruben2098 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I need to know how to work the fire master

  • @davidbell9130
    @davidbell9130 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks, i am more disconnecting electric to the door prior to cleaning

  • @duane1996
    @duane1996 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The cable pulleys are locked to the shaft with set screws. Non moving parts. Don't lube.

  • @maitajack
    @maitajack 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The cable drum is very solidly fixed to its shaft. See the two red set screws. NEVER TOUCH THESE SET SCREWS. The hold all the torsion spring tension. DANGER! Add a drop of oil at the bottom cable ancher stud. Where the lift cable pivot on the most bottom roller. If hou do any sanding in your garage DO NOT use any wet lubricant on the overhead track. It will collect sanding dust very good. Use dry lubricant instead like the one used on bicycle chain.

  • @rogerkingip9399
    @rogerkingip9399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    do not lub the gap between the cable wheels & the torsion shift. they are supposed to be rigid with shaft.

  • @Skyhawk945
    @Skyhawk945 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    WD40 on the chain isn't the best option. Like you mentioned WD40 can actually de-grease which is harmful. Use chain lube or oil on the chain for best results. Also, the bottom of the rail should be greased as it was when installed.

  • @roniphan7131
    @roniphan7131 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t use wd40 the blue one i

  • @stantonfriedman
    @stantonfriedman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The pulley doesn't get lubed but the bearing plate behind the pulley does. You'll need a straw on the can to make it work by jamming it into bearing past the seal.

  • @Jester_KillzEm
    @Jester_KillzEm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just did exactly what you did TWICE and my door is still loud…

  • @ch0zman
    @ch0zman 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is that an Element skate board hat!?!?!

  • @clarekramer411
    @clarekramer411 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rails trolleys and connecting arms don't help me. I wish you could have got the camera up closer because I'm not sure what you were doing up there.

  • @quenemoend
    @quenemoend 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, how on earth do you have so little in your garage? Must have a shop area or separate shop for all the important garage belongings.

    • @DANDLINC
      @DANDLINC  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL. If only! I did move a lot of stuff for the filming. My goal is organization....but that will have to wait until we're an empty nest I fear.

  • @riverchaser2090
    @riverchaser2090 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WD-40 is a water disperser, it moves water from areas it’s sprayed. Hence WD.
    White lithium is the way to go on garage doors.

  • @ExpertNailsSpa
    @ExpertNailsSpa 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    8:02

  • @RealSuperRando
    @RealSuperRando 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This will cause more drag and stress on the motor contributing to premature motor wear. The nylon rollers are fine but I would stop there.

  • @RobS282
    @RobS282 ปีที่แล้ว

    lol you realize the pulley rotates with the shaft

  • @robertkat
    @robertkat 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    There are a few mistakes in video, WD 40 does not lubricate anything. The pulleys are tight on the shaft, do NOT lubricate. Use spray lithium grease. Not silicone or WD 40.

  • @davelorenz3285
    @davelorenz3285 ปีที่แล้ว

    You never have to worry if you just prop the door up with a two by four. This works if you don’t mind a little snow or rain getting into the garage and maybe an occasional critter. This works if you live remotely and don’t like garage door maintenance. Skunks and raccoons need a place to live too you know!😇

  • @n40tom
    @n40tom 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    First of all WD-40 is not a lubricant stop saying that it is a penetrating oil and a water displacement oil hence the name WD

  • @jesstatz8695
    @jesstatz8695 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks no. I want mine squeaky so I know people coming & going.

  • @805BLAZING
    @805BLAZING 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Actually the track should be waxed

  • @ernestlewis1718
    @ernestlewis1718 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    THERE IS NO NEED TO PUT LUBE ON NON MOVING PARTS IE WHERE SHAFT GOES INTO THE CABLE DRUM.....

  • @brucebrown8287
    @brucebrown8287 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    7th

  • @villumschroeder1255
    @villumschroeder1255 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That quicktime music is torture.

    • @DANDLINC
      @DANDLINC  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What!?? I Looooove it!

    • @stephenlokey6711
      @stephenlokey6711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey quicktime music............sometimes life is tough!, you will be OK

    • @aa1855aa
      @aa1855aa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Really !!! You wasted your time complaining about the music? Did you forget to take your medicine?

    • @quenemoend
      @quenemoend 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I thought the Charlie Chaplin parts of the video were funny.... nice!!

    • @georgieats
      @georgieats ปีที่แล้ว

      Ragtime music

  • @DaLoco33
    @DaLoco33 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lubricarte were metal don’t have friction?? Ok 😂

  • @Jaygorski
    @Jaygorski ปีที่แล้ว

    You're wasting your time, lube and rags by wiping the excess lube, spray and go to the next. Life is too short.

  • @drZok3136
    @drZok3136 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Please no tricks or hacks...just do it.

  • @forrestlowe4823
    @forrestlowe4823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Audio is so poor I stopped viewing.

  • @riclmena9395
    @riclmena9395 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You never use WD-40 as a lubricant it even states it on the can that this product is not a lubricant. WD-40 is a rust inhibitor it has an acid in it to eat up rust so it causes things to break loose easy. WD-40 will eat the surface of metal and cause more rust to occur and more squeaking in the long run. People make the mistake of spraying their door hinges with WD-40 and sure takes away the squeaky noise but it also makes it worse in the long run. So never use WD-40 as a lubricant and just like I said it states it on the can that this product is not a lubricant and should not be used as a lubricant. You got that Jack?

    • @mdowns36
      @mdowns36 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m not Jack, but I got it. 😉Interesting.
      (Obviously, for some reason, people don’t read cans.)

  • @tomscam666
    @tomscam666 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks!

  • @ventureJeffrey
    @ventureJeffrey 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you

  • @donnamaly7168
    @donnamaly7168 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!