This page provides links to what I believe to be the best deal on garage door springs, openers, and other parts.
Buying torsion springs can be a hassle as most sellers carry a random selection. To make it easier I have linked to reputable online sellers that carry the greatest possible variety. If you can’t find an exact match use this chart to find a different spring of the same strength.
| wire size x i.d. | length | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 192 x 1.75" | 16 thru 30" | ||||||||
| 192 x 2.00" | 16 thru 27" | ||||||||
| 207 x 1.75" | 21 thru 33" | ||||||||
| 207 x 2.00" | 19 thru 34" | ||||||||
| 218 x 1.75" | 19 thru 34" | ||||||||
| 218 x 2.00" | 21 thru 33" | ||||||||
| 225 x 1.75" | 25 thru 36" | ||||||||
| 225 x 2.00" | 22 thru 36" | ||||||||
| 234 x 1.75" | 27 thru 38" | ||||||||
| 234 x 2.00" | 24 thru 38" | ||||||||
| 243 x 1.75" | 30 thru 40" | ||||||||
| 243 x 2.00" | 26 thru 37" | ||||||||
| 250 x 1.75" | 31 thru 42" | ||||||||
| 250 x 2.00" | 30 thru 42" | ||||||||
| 262 x 1.75" | 38" | ||||||||
| 262 x 2.00" | 30 thru 42" | ||||||||
| 273 x 1.75" | 35 thru 50" | ||||||||
| 273 x 2.00" | 32 thru 45" |
For garage door openers, its a good idea to start by reading my overview and reviews, then follow these links:
| Model | Drive | Power | Remotes | Battery Backup | Smart Phone | Close Timer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain B970 | Belt | 1.25 h.p. | 2 + keypad | Yes | Yes | Yes | Read Review |
| Chamberlain B730 | Belt | 3/4 h.p. | 2 + keypad | Yes | Yes | Yes | Read Review |
| Chamberlain B550 | Belt | 1/2 h.p. | 2 + keypad | No | Yes | No | Read Review |
| Chamberlain C870 | Chain | 1.25 h.p. | 2 + keypad | Yes | Yes | Yes | Read Review |
| Chamberlain C450 | Chain | 1/2 h.p. | 2 + keypad | No | Yes | No | Read Review |
| Chamberlain C410 | Chain | 1/2 h.p. | 2 + keypad | No | No | No | Read Review |
| Genie SilentMax 1200 | Belt | 3/4 h.p. | 2 + keypad | No | No | No | Read Review |
| Genie ChainMax 1000 | Chain | 3/4 h.p. | 2 + keypad | No | No | No | Read Review |
| Genie PowerLift | Screw | 1/2 h.p. | 2 | No | No | No | Read Review |
| LiftMaster 8500w | Jackshaft | 3/4 h.p. | 2 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Read Revieww |
| LiftMaster 8500 | Jackshaft | 3/4 h.p. | 1 | No | No | Yes | Read Review |