It's time to replace my screw drive garage door opener (which is almost old enough to vote) and I'm looking for a little feedback/advice/help. My current opener shakes the whole house and I can hear/feel the door operating when I'm taking a shower while the furnace is running on the other side of the wall, yes it's that noisy!
The facts;
I'll be doing the install.
I'm not replacing the shaft or spring, just the motor and track.
Side/shaft mount is out due to cost and fitment issues (bummer).
Going to be belt drive for quieter operation (bedroom directly above)
Must be Homelink compatible.
Would be nice if it had the WiFi capability so I could make sure the door is closed.
I'm not dropping a small fortune on it, $250 is my absolute limit.
Must have a keypad for outside.
The questions;
What hp do I need? It's a standard 2 car door with stick in fiberglass insulation. I imagine a 1/2 hp would suffice?
Anyone have a brand recommendation over another? I have my eye on the Chamberlain 1/2 HP Whisper Drive but I can easily be talked out of it.
http://www.menards.com/main/doors-w...426349871-c-12367.htm?tid=7687794257722596571
The facts;
I'll be doing the install.
I'm not replacing the shaft or spring, just the motor and track.
Side/shaft mount is out due to cost and fitment issues (bummer).
Going to be belt drive for quieter operation (bedroom directly above)
Must be Homelink compatible.
Would be nice if it had the WiFi capability so I could make sure the door is closed.
I'm not dropping a small fortune on it, $250 is my absolute limit.
Must have a keypad for outside.
The questions;
What hp do I need? It's a standard 2 car door with stick in fiberglass insulation. I imagine a 1/2 hp would suffice?
Anyone have a brand recommendation over another? I have my eye on the Chamberlain 1/2 HP Whisper Drive but I can easily be talked out of it.
http://www.menards.com/main/doors-w...426349871-c-12367.htm?tid=7687794257722596571