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Old 07-15-2024, 03:31 PM
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No, that is one opener on top of the other because there is just enough space for one opener.

The first pic with the opener sitting horizontal in the tray is a good way of addressing the lack of space beside the door.

Liftmaster sells a little gear and chain set-up to do this.
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Old 07-26-2024, 11:25 PM
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Just to close the loop…Dodd’s did great job on my doors @ regular height. Actually, better than I expected for the price.
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During the storm a couple weeks ago, I needed to leave. I had never utilized the jackshaft emergency release. Well, when I used it it, the spring unwound etc. etc. Basically had to get a service call. Things I learned:

1. Apparently I have a very heavy door. Was told it is commercial. Metal inside and out. (Installed by previous owner about 6 years ago).
2. Repair guy told me never to use the emergency release. The door is too heavy.

He was here for a couple of hours. Bill was $950!

To put it into context, around 2010, I had a single door garage converted to a jackshaft/high lift with a new spring. Bill was only $900.

I think I paid the "porsche" tax when I had pulled the car out of garage for the repair to happen.

(buddy had his AC fixed with a new capacitor - we didn't have time to do it ourselves. Bill was $450 for 20 minute and a $20 part)

I guess service people can now demand a pretty penny.....



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