Unless you are installing the exact same garage door, it is definitely best. Although the tracks may look similar, the tracks are designed to hold the weight of a specific door in the up position.
If the new sections weigh more, you could have a problem. Also, doors come in different thicknesses which will change the setback distance for the track from the wall when it is down.
Too much offset and you get a lot of air leaks.
Too little offset and the door may wedge between the wall and the track.
The bottom line is this, if you’re getting a new garage door installed, have the tracks replaced as well.
If you need help with your garage door or opener in the Cincinnati or Northern Kentucky area, call us at (513) 821-5095.
