# TorqueMaster vs TorqueMaster Plus Springs - Easy ID Guide

**By Jennifer Oden** · 2025-09-10

### How to Tell the Difference Between TorqueMaster and TorqueMaster Plus Springs

Garage door acting up? Before you order replacement parts, it’s important to know whether your system uses a **Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster Original** spring or a **TorqueMaster Plus** spring. They look similar, but the parts are not interchangeable. Luckily, spotting the difference is simple!

### Step 1: Check the Right Side of the Door

Stand on the right side of your garage door. If you **see the end of the spring sticking out** of the winding assembly, you’ve got a **TorqueMaster Plus** system. On an **original TorqueMaster**, the spring end will not be visible.

### Step 2: Compare the Winding Assemblies

The **TorqueMaster Original winding cone** is _round with small locking nubs_. The **TorqueMaster Plus cone**, on the other hand, is _hexagonal with larger locking lugs_. This shape, not the color or material, is the key difference.

![Torquemaster TM TM3 ends diagram](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1499/9402/products/TMS-Ends-Diagram-2_240x240.jpg?v=1744645216)

![Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster Original end brackets](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1499/9402/files/TM-Original-End-Brackets.jpg?v=1751497236 "TorqueMaster Original end brackets") Original

![Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster Plus end brackets](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1499/9402/files/TMS-Plus-brackets.jpg?v=1751497168 "TorqueMaster Plus end brackets") Plus

Quick visual guide Original cone is round with small nubs Plus cone is hexagonal with large lugs

### Step 3: Why It Matters

Identifying your spring system correctly ensures you **order the right replacement parts**. Using the wrong type can lead to improper installation, safety risks, or wasted money. Once you know your spring style, you can confidently shop for the correct parts.

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### Save Time, Money, and Hassle

By learning the quick differences between the two systems, you avoid guesswork, prevent extra trips to the store, and keep your garage door working safely. It’s an easy win for any DIYer or homeowner looking to save money on garage door repairs.

How do I know if I have TorqueMaster Original or Plus springs?

Look at the right side of the door. If the spring end sticks out, it’s a TorqueMaster Plus. If not, it’s an Original. You can also check the cone, round means Original, hexagonal means Plus.

Does spring color or material matter?

No, springs and cones can be plastic or metal. What matters is the **shape** of the cone and whether the spring end is visible on the right side.

Can TorqueMaster Original and Plus springs be swapped?

No. They are different systems with different parts. You must order the correct type for your garage door to work safely and properly.

Where can I buy replacement TorqueMaster springs?

You can order genuine [Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster springs here at Express Garage Doors](https://www.expressgaragedoors.com/products/wayne-dalton-torquemaster-spring "Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster Springs").

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