Thank you for the time and instruction. There are many videos out there but this one carefully explains and anticipates many mistakes home owners may make. Helpful tips are included along the way with explanations. I therefore knight thee with a title of "Professor". Well done! Best of success to you.
Thanks for those kind words. I appreciate it. These things can get very complicated, I've tried my best to share my experiences in a clear way. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I appreciate it.
Subscribed! I just repaired a pocket door in my RV where the back "truck" or "trolley" had fallen off inside the back of the pocket, so the door now hung by just the front one. Not feasible to cut an opening or have access to the back so I had to figure out a way to remove the door from the pocket and access the "truck" which was laying on the floor in the back of the pocket! I was just able to get the door out of the pocket and reinstall the truck and rehang the door. THIS video is the proper way to do a DIY video...no annoying and unnecessary music and chatter. Clear, to the point and just very well done! Excellent...thank you sir!
Thanks for sharing that. In my 15 years of door work, I never even thought of a pocket door in an RV but it makes sense as they are great space savers. I'm glad I could help in some way and thanks for your kind works. Thanks for watching.
This is an outstanding video. By the Johnson Hardware, follow this video, not the instructions provided. I was wondering how does one going about replacing the rollers as I often try to do my own repairs. After watching this video, I was confident I could do this. I bought the kit recommended, I have now replaced all my pocket door hardware and the door operates better than when we purchased the house over 10 years ago.
Wow! You have set the standard for "how-to" videos. After watching this, it will be interesting to learn, if anyone can raise to your level. I have my doubts.
That's very kind of you to say. I've always enjoyed building and fixing things and I try my best to explain things as clearly as possible. I'm happy to share my knowledge with others who want to learn. Thanks for watching.
That's great to hear. They are a complete mystery to those who haven't actually opened one up, so I'm happy to pass on some experience. Thanks for watching.
Pete - great video and explanation. I think the screw(s) in the back track came/stripped out. The door is askewed (bottom sticking out further than top). The door is 8' and 28" wide - so the track is carrying some weight. Your video showed me what side to look for to remove the trim, then wheel locks (lever), then to remove the door. I'll see if the track is damaged to determine if I need a new track, and your video showed what track you used and what to look for in a track replacement. Everything I need to repair the pocket door. Going out of town for a month, will work on it when I get back. Saving your valuable video to review when I ask myself, "Now what did Pete say to do?". Thanks again.
Thanks for the kind words and glad I could help. With an 8ft door, it's likely the screws have pulled out as that might be a very heavy door. If that's the case, consider adding another set of wheels to each side of the door. That will distribute the load more effectively and I've done that with very heavy doors. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the tips. Experience pays off and I've looked at your other videos and you never fail to share your talent and willingness to "pay it forward" to other people. Keep up the great work!
Dude, this is the best made DYI video I have ever watched. It is going to help me tremendously when I replace my track and rollers. You have a gift. GREAT JOB!
That's very kind of you to say, and I appreciate that. I know how challenging it can be to figure out these mysteries. So after doing this so many times, I'm happy to share my methods with others. So glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching.
Great video! I have to do this for a friend. This is exactly what I needed to know as their set up is identical to yours. I think the trim shape is even the same. Thank you.
I'm glad I could help. So many people look up into these, fiddle around and then shrug their shoulders. You have to simply take things apart. It's a little messy, but very easy. I look forward to your success. Thanks for watching.
The Johnson brand soft close is the only brand I've ever installed. High quality. One warning, the mechanism inside the pocket has to be tested and working perfectly before you can close it up. Once closed there's absolutely NO WAY to reach it, adjust it or anything. In my experience, most don't care about the soft close when it comes to opening, but the one that actually CLOSES the door is great because it pulls it against the jamb and gives a nicer seal. So if you can only do one, do the closing side, but I've done both and never had a problem with Johnson products. I'm not affiliated with them, but I gladly give credit to good products. Thanks for watching.
@@askillthatpays thanks for replying. One more question... if I want new doors, can I use any door that fits properly? I was thinking the 6 panel bedroom type doors, but don't want to use those if I'm not supposed to.
Pete, I have a pocket door in a 42 yr. old house that is not sliding out, and is scraping. I may need done what you are showing here in this video. What should I expect to pay (I can paint)? BTW, I'm selling the house so this would be a home inspection item I'm sure the buyer will ask me to fix.
Ok, that's not ancient so it shouldn't be too hard. When a tech visits, ask for an overview of his plan. He should be able to describe what I've done here. If not, show him the video. In Los Angeles, I would charge $450, in Nashville I charge $275. It's not real hard but it's messy and tedious and things like parking, stairs, carpet etc can all affect a price. Good luck and thanks for watching.
I am still in denial about the prospect that the ONLY way to fix the silly track is by ripping open the wall. All because the screws came out of the track.
That's understandable, so try this. Look at a pocket door and imagine the part of the track that's inside the wall is damaged or loose. What would you do? If you're like the dozens of handymen who go to these jobs before I do, you'll simply shake your head and say, "I don't know what to do. I can't see or reach anything." There isn't anything I don't know about pocket doors, and the chances of fixing them without removing them is about 1 in 200 based on my experience. Thanks for watching.
I got so exited when at the beginning you said this is common in Los Angeles cause I thought great I’ll call him up, but I see you’re in TN 🥲 Great video though, if only I had the time and patience.
Had a great run in Los Angeles. I think of it as my bootcamp. After working on lathe and plaster interiors and stucco exteriors, EVERYTHING else is so much easier. My business thrived in LA and when I moved to Nashville several years ago, it picked up quickly and now the phone never stops ringing. Very grateful. Thanks for watching.
Great video and very helpful
I've done so many of these, and I'm happy to share the things I've learned. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for the time and instruction. There are many videos out there but this one carefully explains and anticipates many mistakes home owners may make. Helpful tips are included along the way with explanations. I therefore knight thee with a title of "Professor". Well done! Best of success to you.
Thanks for those kind words. I appreciate it. These things can get very complicated, I've tried my best to share my experiences in a clear way. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I appreciate it.
This is a fantastic video. Thanks for taking time Pete. Really appreciate it! Subscribed.
I've built and replaced more pocket doors than I can count, so I'm happy to share my experience. Thanks for watching.
Subscribed! I just repaired a pocket door in my RV where the back "truck" or "trolley" had fallen off inside the back of the pocket, so the door now hung by just the front one. Not feasible to cut an opening or have access to the back so I had to figure out a way to remove the door from the pocket and access the "truck" which was laying on the floor in the back of the pocket! I was just able to get the door out of the pocket and reinstall the truck and rehang the door.
THIS video is the proper way to do a DIY video...no annoying and unnecessary music and chatter. Clear, to the point and just very well done! Excellent...thank you sir!
Thanks for sharing that. In my 15 years of door work, I never even thought of a pocket door in an RV but it makes sense as they are great space savers. I'm glad I could help in some way and thanks for your kind works. Thanks for watching.
So many great tips, most especially cutting the drywall where you can easily patch! Thank you so much!
Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.
This is an outstanding video. By the Johnson Hardware, follow this video, not the instructions provided. I was wondering how does one going about replacing the rollers as I often try to do my own repairs. After watching this video, I was confident I could do this. I bought the kit recommended, I have now replaced all my pocket door hardware and the door operates better than when we purchased the house over 10 years ago.
Wow! You have set the standard for "how-to" videos. After watching this, it will be interesting to learn, if anyone can raise to your level. I have my doubts.
That's very kind of you to say. I've always enjoyed building and fixing things and I try my best to explain things as clearly as possible. I'm happy to share my knowledge with others who want to learn. Thanks for watching.
Great video! This is our issue and you did an awesome job explaining. Thank you.
I'm glad I could help. Happy to pass on my knowledge. Thanks for watching.
Thank you so much. You have no idea how many times I have tried and failed to fix my cavity sliding doors! Feel like this will be the solution!
That's great to hear. They are a complete mystery to those who haven't actually opened one up, so I'm happy to pass on some experience. Thanks for watching.
Pete - great video and explanation. I think the screw(s) in the back track came/stripped out. The door is askewed (bottom sticking out further than top). The door is 8' and 28" wide - so the track is carrying some weight. Your video showed me what side to look for to remove the trim, then wheel locks (lever), then to remove the door. I'll see if the track is damaged to determine if I need a new track, and your video showed what track you used and what to look for in a track replacement. Everything I need to repair the pocket door.
Going out of town for a month, will work on it when I get back. Saving your valuable video to review when I ask myself, "Now what did Pete say to do?". Thanks again.
Thanks for the kind words and glad I could help. With an 8ft door, it's likely the screws have pulled out as that might be a very heavy door. If that's the case, consider adding another set of wheels to each side of the door. That will distribute the load more effectively and I've done that with very heavy doors. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the tips. Experience pays off and I've looked at your other videos and you never fail to share your talent and willingness to "pay it forward" to other people. Keep up the great work!
Dude, this is the best made DYI video I have ever watched. It is going to help me tremendously when I replace my track and rollers.
You have a gift. GREAT JOB!
That's very kind of you to say, and I appreciate that. I know how challenging it can be to figure out these mysteries. So after doing this so many times, I'm happy to share my methods with others. So glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching.
Exactly the video I needed, my screws came out of the track behind the wall. Didn’t know how I was going to screw it back in. Thanks for the video!
Glad I could help. Thanks for watching.
One of the best real work videos. Thank you so much!
Glad you enjoyed it. I'm happy to share my experiences. Thanks for watching.
Great video! I have to do this for a friend. This is exactly what I needed to know as their set up is identical to yours. I think the trim shape is even the same. Thank you.
I'm glad I could help. So many people look up into these, fiddle around and then shrug their shoulders. You have to simply take things apart. It's a little messy, but very easy. I look forward to your success. Thanks for watching.
Amazing video, just did this exact repair on an old pocket door to my half bathroom following these steps. Thank you SO much!
Do you have a recommendations on soft close tracks?
The Johnson brand soft close is the only brand I've ever installed. High quality. One warning, the mechanism inside the pocket has to be tested and working perfectly before you can close it up. Once closed there's absolutely NO WAY to reach it, adjust it or anything. In my experience, most don't care about the soft close when it comes to opening, but the one that actually CLOSES the door is great because it pulls it against the jamb and gives a nicer seal. So if you can only do one, do the closing side, but I've done both and never had a problem with Johnson products. I'm not affiliated with them, but I gladly give credit to good products. Thanks for watching.
@@askillthatpays thanks for replying. One more question... if I want new doors, can I use any door that fits properly? I was thinking the 6 panel bedroom type doors, but don't want to use those if I'm not supposed to.
I have to do this in a pre-built park model with RV type walls. There is a closet on one side and cabnet on the other... wish me luck!
That sounds fun. Just take it apart carefully and take pics at each stage if you're confused. It's not that hard. Thanks for watching.
Thank you soooo much. I have the same exact problem and needed this guidance to get it fixed.
Where did you buy that drywall patch?
I'm glad I could help. The ONE PASS product is only sold at Home Depot. Good luck and thanks for watching. I appreciate it.
Pete,
I have a pocket door in a 42 yr. old house that is not sliding out, and is scraping. I may need done what you are showing here in this video. What should I expect to pay (I can paint)? BTW, I'm selling the house so this would be a home inspection item I'm sure the buyer will ask me to fix.
Ok, that's not ancient so it shouldn't be too hard. When a tech visits, ask for an overview of his plan. He should be able to describe what I've done here. If not, show him the video. In Los Angeles, I would charge $450, in Nashville I charge $275. It's not real hard but it's messy and tedious and things like parking, stairs, carpet etc can all affect a price. Good luck and thanks for watching.
I am still in denial about the prospect that the ONLY way to fix the silly track is by ripping open the wall. All because the screws came out of the track.
That's understandable, so try this. Look at a pocket door and imagine the part of the track that's inside the wall is damaged or loose. What would you do? If you're like the dozens of handymen who go to these jobs before I do, you'll simply shake your head and say, "I don't know what to do. I can't see or reach anything." There isn't anything I don't know about pocket doors, and the chances of fixing them without removing them is about 1 in 200 based on my experience. Thanks for watching.
I got so exited when at the beginning you said this is common in Los Angeles cause I thought great I’ll call him up, but I see you’re in TN 🥲 Great video though, if only I had the time and patience.
Had a great run in Los Angeles. I think of it as my bootcamp. After working on lathe and plaster interiors and stucco exteriors, EVERYTHING else is so much easier. My business thrived in LA and when I moved to Nashville several years ago, it picked up quickly and now the phone never stops ringing. Very grateful. Thanks for watching.