misfire. vb (intr). 1. (Firearms, Gunnery, Ordnance & Artillery) (of a firearm or its projectile) to fail to fire, explode, or ignite as or when expected. 2. (Automotive Engineering) (of a motor engine or vehicle, etc) to fail to fire at the appropriate time, often causing a backfire.
Belt drives are considered to be the best opener that you can buy. Belt drive openers utilize a rubber belt drive system and are as dependable as chain drives. But they are basically silent! So if you have a garage door attached to the home, and you dislike the noise associated with the automatic door openers, this is certainly a great option. Belt drive openers tend to last longer than any other motor on the market. Screw drives are the third type of garage door opener. They use a lifting apparatus that utilizes beside a threaded steel rod. Essentially there are less moving parts in the screw drive then in the other garage door openers, so it is reduced maintenance.
1 A Â½ horsepower chain drive garage door opener costs $120 to $200. 2  If you have a big door, then youâll more than likely need to purchase a heavy duty garage door opener. 3  A Â¾ horsepower chain drive garage door opener costs anywhere from $160 to $300. Most of the garage door opener kits have a remote control or two included with it; however, you have the option to purchase a universal remote control which varyies from $25 to $50. 2  The installation cost can also add to the total price if you do not have the experience to install it yourself.