Thank you so much for posting this video!! I have a glass shower door that was constantly moving to a crooked position. Multiple repair people were called but no one was able to fix the problem. I found your video and was able to finally fix it myself! THANK YOU!
Excellent! I wasn't sure if it was what your describing. There are these smaller allen bolts in back that look like they might provide finer adjustments but I think you confirmed my problem because it was fine when it was first installed (2001). Thanks!
Hi Thomas! Those smaller Allen keys hold the Hinge onto the Pivot within the plate. Loosing them may create an issue later on with knocking sounds. Tightening them will prolong the life of your Hinge. Thanks for your comment!
The trick is cutting shims to fill the gaps, use the thick gaskets, and tighten the crap out of the hinges. Lock tight on the screws won’t hurt neither
This is how I have always done, as well as shimming between glass and top of hinge, so glass weight is on the hinge, and the glass can't move down. If shimmed properly, the hinges can be loose, yet the glass will not move out of adjustment. Shim the bottom hinge on top and the front so glass can't move toward wall.
I’m getting ready to to install a GW 90 deg enclosure and definitely going to do this right off the start, so thanks for tip. Also what is the recommended silicone for inside corner? Looks like water clear very expensive and not mildew resistant according to CL website. What is your recommendation? Thank you
Thanks for posting. Been readjusting my sagging door every few months for 6 months now. 🤦♂️ Just ordered the shims but after installing shims it was extremely difficult to get the gasket back in with the shims in there.
The hinge at the top of the door wants to pull out, but the hinge at the bottom of the door wants to push in, so the shims would have to be positioned accordingly. Mind you, mine doesn't even have the protrusions in the hinge to shim against. The primary function of the curved cut-outs in the glass is stress relief to prevent cracking.
The primary function of the curved cutouts is a safety feature to never allow the door to completely slip out of the hinge. Not for stress relief. Glass does not expand unless under "tempering" conditions.
Hi I have a question do you know why my shower door similar to this one makes a loud cracking noise from the hinge when you open it all the way like this? Thanks in advance
Hi Hugo. Usually the recommendation is to replace a clicking hinge. But before you do, re-tighten the screws. The ones on the wall and holding glass. If it still clicks, there are 2 very small holes in the back of the hinge (when door is open). Inside are small set screws. Loosen half turn, then tighten right with a little strength. You should notice the sound either gets louder, softer or disappears entirely. If it still clicks, replace the hinge. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
My gaskets are failing-- there are cracks along some edges and the gasket is getting 'squeezed" outside of the footprint of the hinge. I have retighten them to no success(multiple times). I got an estimate from a shower glass company who wants to charge $400 to replace the hinges OR $2000 to replace the glass and the hinges. We live in Maryland(outside of Washington DC)--- But I think the quote is on the pricey side. Should I replace the hinges(with new gaskets). Any suggestion would be appreciated.
I'm doing this as well as using double sided Gorilla foam tape to replace the dried out gasket. Also making my shims out of pieces of large zip ties cut to length.
I'm doing this as well as using double sided Gorilla foam tape to replace the dried out gasket. Also making my shims out of pieces of large zip ties cut to length.
@@TheTradesmanLU2001 My glass door is holding in place vey well. No sagging/slipping whatsoever almost 3 years now. You can get this tape at any hardware store. Gorilla Double-sided foam tape.
Great tip! My door keeps sagging out of alignment, even with brand new hinges. I feel like I'm going to be fighting this door for the rest of my life. Never thought about adding a shim in there. What material can that shim be made of? Where did you get the clear shim? Thanks!
Find the place where it squeaks. If it's on the bottom, The door may have sagged and needs to be adjusted up. If it's the rollers, take the door off, clean the roller seams and reattach. This may help. Thanks for watching!!
I wouldn't call it a 'mistake' to not stick spacers in that exact spot, it's not actually a requirement for a proper installation, simply an extra precaution to prevent sag over time.
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So that's a beautiful trade secret, and I'm grateful you shared it. Keep them coming
Thanks, will do!
Finally someone that actually explains how to fix this problem and not just showing how to tighten the hinge.
Great tip.! Now I can fix the sag.The suppliers should include these shims with the delivery. Thanks
Thank you so much for posting this video!! I have a glass shower door that was constantly moving to a crooked position. Multiple repair people were called but no one was able to fix the problem. I found your video and was able to finally fix it myself! THANK YOU!
My pleasure! I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching
This worked for us. We did the top hinge, then the bottom, then the top again, to get it where we wanted it.
Glad it helped! Thank you for watching
where can I buy the plastic shim from?
Excellent! I wasn't sure if it was what your describing. There are these smaller allen bolts in back that look like they might provide finer adjustments but I think you confirmed my problem because it was fine when it was first installed (2001). Thanks!
Hi Thomas!
Those smaller Allen keys hold the Hinge onto the Pivot within the plate. Loosing them may create an issue later on with knocking sounds. Tightening them will prolong the life of your Hinge.
Thanks for your comment!
The trick is cutting shims to fill the gaps, use the thick gaskets, and tighten the crap out of the hinges. Lock tight on the screws won’t hurt neither
This is how I have always done, as well as shimming between glass and top of hinge, so glass weight is on the hinge, and the glass can't move down. If shimmed properly, the hinges can be loose, yet the glass will not move out of adjustment. Shim the bottom hinge on top and the front so glass can't move toward wall.
Awesome! Good practice
Where can i purchase a variety pack of spacers? Thanks
Here!
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017MZB1JY?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=Y1NQY11H5HZ45CFVJPGV
Where can you buy these shims?
I’m getting ready to to install a GW 90 deg enclosure and definitely going to do this right off the start, so thanks for tip. Also what is the recommended silicone for inside corner? Looks like water clear very expensive and not mildew resistant according to CL website. What is your recommendation? Thank you
Nice! I don't use water clear. I use the mildew resistant Sanitary version scs1700 from crl. Best of luck!
Can someone post a link to the shim (not the skirt). Thanks in advance.
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I would like to know also. I have searched everywhere and can not find them.
any luck with finding shim? if so, pls advise
Thanks for posting. Been readjusting my sagging door every few months for 6 months now. 🤦♂️
Just ordered the shims but after installing shims it was extremely difficult to get the gasket back in with the shims in there.
Where do you get the shims?
Squeeze the shim in!!
amzn.to/3rLlcMd
what kind of shim is that?
what size shim it typically used?
1/8" is used 90% of the time
The hinge at the top of the door wants to pull out, but the hinge at the bottom of the door wants to push in, so the shims would have to be positioned accordingly.
Mind you, mine doesn't even have the protrusions in the hinge to shim against. The primary function of the curved cut-outs in the glass is stress relief to prevent cracking.
The primary function of the curved cutouts is a safety feature to never allow the door to completely slip out of the hinge. Not for stress relief. Glass does not expand unless under "tempering" conditions.
So well done it inspired me to leave a comment. Thanks !
Where can I get some of those spacers?
amzn.to/3rLlcMd
I appreciate you posting this tutorial!
My pleasure! I'm glad it was helpful!
Hi I have a question do you know why my shower door similar to this one makes a loud cracking noise from the hinge when you open it all the way like this? Thanks in advance
Hi Hugo.
Usually the recommendation is to replace a clicking hinge.
But before you do, re-tighten the screws. The ones on the wall and holding glass.
If it still clicks, there are 2 very small holes in the back of the hinge (when door is open). Inside are small set screws. Loosen half turn, then tighten right with a little strength.
You should notice the sound either gets louder, softer or disappears entirely.
If it still clicks, replace the hinge.
I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
th-cam.com/video/SMcSlQ0oL9g/w-d-xo.html
My gaskets are failing-- there are cracks along some edges and the gasket is getting 'squeezed" outside of the footprint of the hinge. I have retighten them to no success(multiple times). I got an estimate from a shower glass company who wants to charge $400 to replace the hinges OR $2000 to replace the glass and the hinges. We live in Maryland(outside of Washington DC)--- But I think the quote is on the pricey side. Should I replace the hinges(with new gaskets). Any suggestion would be appreciated.
I believe the $400 is fair to replace hinges and labor.
If you wanted to do it yourself, you can purchase the gaskets online amzn.to/3WoGDBQ.
@@ExceptionalGlassLLC Thanks for the link. Just curious the dimensions are 6x6x6. My hinge is 3 1/2h x 2 1/4 w.
@@MrAerialsound I don't know why it says 6x6x6. It's for Geneva hinges that matches the size you have.
where do you find those shims? Thanks
Shower Door Shims on Amazon! Thank you for watching!
I'm doing this as well as using double sided Gorilla foam tape to replace the dried out gasket. Also making my shims out of pieces of large zip ties cut to length.
So you left a clear shim there, the problem is fixed until you screw the other side up though?
The shim stays. The hinge must be clamped to complete the installation.
Great video, looks like exactly what I need but where can I buy these shims?
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Where can I order the shimming material from ?
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017MZB1JY?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=Y1NQY11H5HZ45CFVJPGV
Where do I get those shims? THX
amzn.to/3rLlcMd
@@ExceptionalGlassLLC that link is for the bottom seal.
@@twilightzonepinball amzn.to/3iREzDZ
Apologies.
I'm doing this as well as using double sided Gorilla foam tape to replace the dried out gasket. Also making my shims out of pieces of large zip ties cut to length.
That's a pretty good retrofit!
Sounds like a DIY project to me. How has the touch tape you used held up against the moisture over time ?
@@TheTradesmanLU2001 My glass door is holding in place vey well. No sagging/slipping whatsoever almost 3 years now. You can get this tape at any hardware store. Gorilla Double-sided foam tape.
what is is the shim made of?
To be honest, I don't know. It's some sort of Poly Plastic.
@@ExceptionalGlassLLC is it flexible plastic or hard plastic?
@@Lors1125 non compressing plastic. Not sure of the actual chemistry
Any advice if the glass cut out is straight?
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Great tip! My door keeps sagging out of alignment, even with brand new hinges. I feel like I'm going to be fighting this door for the rest of my life. Never thought about adding a shim in there. What material can that shim be made of? Where did you get the clear shim? Thanks!
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@@ExceptionalGlassLLC Is the 1/4 " or 1/8" prefered
Now close the door and see if it’s even near the same height as the stationary piece of glass?
Yes!
Where can you get these shims?
amzn.to/3rLlcMd
🤯. Genius! Thank you for sharing.
Excellent video- Many thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!!
Thank you so much!
You're welcome!
What is the shim? Where did you get it?
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017MZB1JY?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=Y1NQY11H5HZ45CFVJPGV
Super helpful. Thanks!
My glass door squeaks how do I get rid of the sound?
Find the place where it squeaks.
If it's on the bottom, The door may have sagged and needs to be adjusted up.
If it's the rollers, take the door off, clean the roller seams and reattach.
This may help.
Thanks for watching!!
Thank you so much for this video! Now I know how I can fix this problem with my shower door :)
Crushed it! Thanks for sharing. Huge help!👊
Thanks!!!
why brok glass
THANK YOU FOR THE UPLOAD
My pleasure!
Thank you for watching!
Thanks brotha!
I wouldn't call it a 'mistake' to not stick spacers in that exact spot, it's not actually a requirement for a proper installation, simply an extra precaution to prevent sag over time.
Thanks 👍
That's some sub par tile work there....
Ah. Wasn't so bad. We don't do tilework so we don't judge.
Loo