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Sat, Feb 17, 07 at 10:47
| I am looking to purchase 2 new garage door openers. After doing some research, I would like to go with Chamberlain. Price isn't an issue.
We want a reliable, quiet model. Our garage is under our dining room. Our doors are 7 feet, average size. Are we okay with 1/2hp, or should we go with the 3/4hp? Also, belt, chain, or screw??? The reviews for the whisper drive and power drive (screw) are both very positive. Thanks for you input!! |
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| Quietest opener is going to be the belt drive. 1/2 HP openers are more than enough for a standard sized garage door. |
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| I've read a few reports of the belts getting twisted. Is this something to be concerned about? Also, I live in Northern New England....does the winter cold affect the belt in any way? Thanks!! |
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- Posted by don_1_2006 (My Page) on Mon, Feb 19, 07 at 12:23
| rizzo0904 these belts don't twist. I don't know where stories like these start. Harley Davidson has used belts instead of chains for years. |
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| I have never seen a belt twist or break, as a matter of fact I had one heck of a time cutting through one with cable cutters to shorten the operator rail once. |
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| Thanks ya'll. I'll be buying the whisper drive this weekend!! |
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