Recently my garage door started closing immediately after being opened via the remote or the button inside the garage. After several attempts to open it, it finally stops going down again, or if you push it upward when it's near the top, it seems to stop it.

Anyone know what would cause this, and if there's a simple fix, or do I need a new garage door opener? Getting my car in the garage is like playing a strange video game, and one of these days it's going to scrape my car! :-(

My garage door opener is a Sears 139 65 3000.

Thanks!

John

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This is my first time on iFixit so I don't think I have the right "device" but I couldn't find "flooring". Can someone explain to me how this works?

Thanks, Pat

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Light bulbs are fine

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Finally got around to removing a heavy old built in Air conditioner unit from my living room.

http://flic.kr/p/ggN4a9

I'd like to install a window that can be opened to let the breeze flow. Could anyone let me know where to start?

Thank you!

Jacob

Thanks for the support so far. Working on removing the metal frame the air conditioner was housed in this morning. At first nice and quietly with the bolt cutters as not to disturb the neighborhood. Then, more successfully using the angle grinder to cut away the box.

http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/slugworth/1...

The opening is roughly 26.5 by 18.5.

Here is a view from the outside.

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And a look from inside.

http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/slugworth/1...

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⟐ Answered November 20, 2025 at 8:55 MST

I'm not sure whether this is the right thread or not, but I'll ask my question here anyways. Let me know if should be moved. So here's it.

My small Sydney home has just undergone an exterior renovation. I'm a DIY-er and I've taken care of most of the small fixes around the house, but I'm not so good with the windows. I've watched a couple of tutorials on the Web and asked around a couple of friends and my quest has taken me to the conclusion that glazing is a rather difficult task. I'd love to get another opinion here about whether or not I should try to do it on my own . Whatever your answer is, please provide me with some additional info on the topic, reference websites, guides and book suggestions are all welcome.

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Cheers,

Mark''

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Does anyone know how to fix cordless window blinds and shades?

We have several that seems to be malfunctioning. They work with various kinds of springs.

Would anyone care to make a guide on how to fix them?

Thanks

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Thank you in advance

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I contacted Hunter Douglas about my problem and they responded, "Because the shades are from 2001, most dealers will not have parts to repair the shades, and we would not have a list of different 3rd party shade part websites that carry discontinued components. Due to the age of the shades, the only other option we can suggest is purchasing new ones."

For how expensive these blinds were, I feel it would be rather silly to replace the entire blinds simply because of one inexpensive part. I have also been looking for perhaps knockoff versions of the same part but have not been able to find anything. Any help is appreciated.

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Here is a video that may explain better: https://youtu.be/F5DQLjm5dxA

I’ve gone through the forums and have checked the following:

1. checked the 2 censors to make sure they are aligned and the green light is on,.
2. I’ve cleaned everything around the sensors it to make sure there is no obstruction.
3. I have also unplugged and plugged in the power to the motor
4. I’ve played around with the up and down tension adjustments in the back
5. I’ve tried holding the wall button to by-pass the sensor. The door still doesn’t stay down. Which makes me wonder if the issue is with the motor unit?

I called a couple of repair guys and they both quoted me $150 to come check it out. I am hoping someone here can help from having this unexpected expense.

⟐ Commented November 27, 2019 at 18:16 MST

Model # 139.53778. Thank You!

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⟐ Answer edited October 21, 2025 at 23:24 MST

i can lock my door and the other side just by wiggling it will unlock it

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