Balance replacement in tilt window
I have tilt windows at my house. The balances need replaced. See the attached pictures. I had 3 coils together on each side. The coils have printed on them #4.0 35" P. I was hoping to order one of the 140 quick balances that are already together as one unit, but I am unsure which weight to get. I was assuming 12 lbs since each coil appears to be 4 lbs, but your 12lb version only has 2 coils. The coils are 3/4 inches wide. The pivot lock is 1.5" wide, 1/2" deep, and 1.25" tall. The cover is 5" tall. Please let me know what you suggest I get to replace these parts. Thanks
Hello,
Thanks for reaching out! Your balance shoe reminds me of the 17/32" thick 15-199 Pivot Shoe. Unfortunately, the Series 140 Quick-Tilt balances will not work to replace it. This shoe uses the 26-378 Pivot Bar.
For the coils, you'll need the 3/8" wide Series 165 Coil Balances. Since yours are marked with a #4.0, you'll need the S165-4. The compatible cover is the 15-205 3/8" Egress Coil Triple Support.
Can you pleae further explain why the series 140 quick balance wouldn't work? Don't all tilt windows have a pivot bar that settles into the shoe?
The main difference is the the shoe on the Series 140 is 9/16". While the difference is small, it matters.
It also is not the intended hardware for the window. While most of these assemblies function the same, there are many different types available because they are specific to the windows they are made to be installed in. Since the hardware you've provided photos of is available, it would be suggested to use that for the installation.
In regard to the pivot bar; yes, most (if not all) tilt windows have them but they don't all use the same pivot bars. The 26-378 is the one that is compatible with the shoe you have.
I hope this helps to provide clarity.
Great! I'm glad I was able to explain it clearly and provide confidence in the purchase.
Be sure to take a look at the video tutorials below if you have any questions regarding the installation.