Already got some good answers but thought I'd try again before I get started.
Problem: The only remote control transmitter for my garage is in my car, which is in the garage. Problem is that there is no other way into the garage. No windows, doors. Breaking down walls is not an option. The exterior handle with lock is not connected in any way to the automatic apparatus.
Tried to trip the sensor with a bent hanger under the door, to no avail. Any other ideas? Would a universal remote work if I don't have access to the main unit, nor have any original remote codes? What damage will attempting to jack the door up do? If I have to put a hole in the door -- standard metal garage door --what tool would you suggest?
HELP!
2007-01-05 17:58:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Boy im sorry man. I really feel for you, that has to suck. The only thing I can think of find a way to knock the door off the track or jack it up, which would break the garage door opener. There really is no other way. Is the a vent of any kind in the garage? If there is a gable vent in the siding or something you could remove it and send a child in. There really isnt a tool you could get unless somehow you could find someway to pull the release cord on the garage door opener. May I suggest putting in a window or access door? I would do this anyways and then you could get in. ill sleep on it and get back to you if I get anymore ideas. Sorry!!
2007-01-05 18:10:06 · answer #1 · answered by Jr. Mechanic 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a drill will make a small hole in the door. Then a saber saw could cut out a piece of metal. My tools are in my garage so if your door should be aluminum, then you could start scoring it with a razor knife until it goes through.
The universal remotes I've seen have 10 # that are either up or down, so guessing is probably something to make a career of.
Maybe you find those guys that ride around neighborhoods with some sort of universal broadcast remotes to open doors before they rob the garage.
2007-01-05 18:08:09 · answer #2 · answered by charlie at the lake 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Carry remote in pocket,close door after leaving garage.
2007-01-05 18:07:22 · answer #3 · answered by (A) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look up locksmiths in your city directories and talk to one whose specialty is garage door since he might have the universal door opener that is compatible with many brands.
2007-01-05 18:14:04 · answer #4 · answered by QuiteNewHere 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋