1960 D-ALWINTITE Window Springs

Question

Year 1960, Model D-ALWINTITE

The springs I have measure 2 inches shorter than the window measurements. I need:

53 inch window Quantity 16
45 inch window Quantity 12
33 inch window Quantity 10
37 inch window Quantity 2

Please me know if these are parts that you carry along with price an availability. If more information is need or more pictures please let me know.

Thanks, Ralph

Paul · Accepted Answer

Thanks for contacting us. Looks like you have the old discontinued C-Alwintite window. Your sashes aren't made to come out unless you dismantle the master frame, which is a time consuming job. Fortunately, we can help. To repair these windows you'll need our Series 500 spiral balance, 17-012 bracket, and 75-005 charging tool.

Now let's talk about replacement. When I used to repair these balances, I would drop the new balance behind the sash and screw it in at the top. Then with a helper holding the sash up, I'd pull three or four inches of the rubber weatherstrip from the bottom end and install 17-012 bracket with some 33-085 screws (or any similarly sized screws you happen to have lying around) under the sash.

Next, charge the balance with the 75-005 tool. You want to give it three or four clockwise turns then lock the balance "T" between the 17-012 bracket forks. Repeat other side. Try the sash. If it creeps down give it another turn or two, but no more.

When you're all done, work the bottom rubber weather strip back in its groove.