Now it's April and it's time to get it done so we looked at the internet and sure enough, there are dozens of how-to videos on how to do this. It seems that for many doors like ours, you simply tap the bottom of the door and, at least for the guys on the internet, the bottom should come right off.
Frances came up with a really nice rubber hammer and with that, down we went. Amazing. Two or three taps on a piece of wood against the bottom cap of the door and off it came.
With the bottom off, we had access to the two 10-32 bolts that held the wheel assemblies in place. Those bolts gave us a little trouble but with patience, they both came out.
This photo is staged, but you'll get the idea.
The sliding door rests - and hopefully slides - on these wheel assemblies. They were completely frozen and worn out.
Sorry for the blurry photo but we're a one-man film crew.
Having these things in our hand meant we could go to the internet and see if we could find replacement.
Once back at home, we used our advanced knowledge of search engines (not), and typed into Google, "rollers for sliding glass doors". The first site that came up was swisco.com and boy, did they have rollers, with photos and dimensions for each one. Based on our measurements, we ordered these little beauties.
\
We threw in a couple of extra bucks to get them this week. Once they get here, we'll see how well they fit and if the do, our sliding door will be ready for summer.
Pretty good post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say that I have really enjoyed reading your blog posts.
ReplyDeleteGreat article by the great author, it is very massive and informative but still preaches the way to sounds like that it has some beautiful thoughts described so I really appreciate this article. Checkout here more info about Manuel döner kapý
ReplyDeleteWhen it comes to sliding door repairs in London, timely and reliable service is essential. At Wss London, we specialize in sliding door repairs, ensuring your doors are functioning smoothly and securely. Whether it’s a minor issue or a major malfunction, our experienced technicians are equipped to handle all types of repairs.
ReplyDeleteIn addition to sliding door repairs, we also provide expert bifold door repairs near you. If your bifold doors need attention, our team is ready to offer efficient solutions, including bifold door installation in London.
We understand that emergencies can happen at any time, which is why we offer 24/7 emergency repairs and glass services. Whether it’s a broken door or glass, you can rely on us for quick and professional service when you need it most. Reach out to us for all your sliding and bifold door needs in London!