Craftsman Limit Control Setup Incorrectly Caused Serious Damage
Pickup Arm torn away from garage door strut. This is a serious issue and will need to be corrected before the door can be used. This type of damage is caused from a heavy door that has springs that need adjustment.
Top view of the damage that needs to be repaired
Before the pickup arm / bracket repairs are started.
After repairs have been completed. You can see the strength has been restored in the pickup arm position. This repair will assure that the door will be able to lower and raise without anyone getting hurt.
Under view of the repairs. You can see the bracket has been reinforced and will withstand the test of time.
Side view of the repairs. This repair has made the door function back like it did when it was first installed.
Underneath view showing the thru bolts that have been fastened to the internal garage door strut.
Completed repairs of the pickup arm.