Selection Tips for Garage Door Openers

By Tim Carter
©1993-2008 Tim Carter

Summary: Not all garage door openers are created equal. There are different mechanical systems and different types for different garage door opener applications. Most openers will work but the question is will they work trouble free for a long period of time? A Genie garage door opener is a great product that withstands the test of time.

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Melvin Whitlock Jr.
26 Mar 2008, 22:52

I am interested in finding out how I can work on a garage door model by the name "Legacy" Model #496 CD/B 1/3 HP. Do you know anything about this model garage door opener. I cannot find out about it anywhere.Thank you, Melvin at lifesrisks@yahoo.com

AsktheBuilder
28 Mar 2008, 15:56

Melvin,
Nope. Sorry!

Paul
14 Apr 2008, 13:42

Contact www.overheaddoor.com, It is their product.

http://www.overheaddoor.com/FindaDealer.aspx

Pat Filby
12 May 2008, 04:23

Thanks. Just what I need. Our garage door is really too heavy to lift manually at 70 +

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