Houston balance and pivot bars

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Quick Learner from Texas

Nov 1, 2017 10:18 am

I am trying to fix my son

User submitted photos of window hardware.

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Tom from SWISCO

Nov 7, 2017 11:40 am

Thanks for contacting us! Did you only need the pivot bar and balance shoe? if so, see our 26-040 and 15-195, respectively. I think these can work for you. However if you needed an all new balance, then yours will have to be custom made. Let me know.

Quick Learner

Nov 7, 2017 2:51 pm

Tom
Looks like the current balance is simply modified by tying a flat metal hook to the cord. This hooks into a slot in the window. It looks like these hooks could be simply tied to the tab on a new balance such as your standard replacement. Do you see a problem with trying that?
Tim

Paul from SWISCO

Nov 10, 2017 1:55 pm

Sure, it should be possible to install the 15-198 yourself. You'll need a vise to lock the channel so you can pull the cord out a few inches, then secure the cord with locking pliers to relieve the tension. That should allow you to swap the clips out. Just be careful when you undo the locking pliers, as the cord will be under a lot of tension. Hold it firmly, release the pliers, then gently let the cord retract into place. I highly recommend wearing safety goggles and gloves, just to be safe.

Quick Learner from Texas

Nov 12, 2017 8:12 pm

Thanks for everyone

Quick Learner from House in Houston

Nov 14, 2017 9:06 am

One last thing, so I can select the correct balance- what is the typical weight of an approx 30 x 20 vinyl window ? I am not able to weigh at this time..
Thank you
Tim

Paul from SWISCO

Nov 14, 2017 3:03 pm

For a 30" X 20" insulated vinyl sash, we calculate the weight at 13.5 lbs. However, this is only an estimate.

Quick Learner

Nov 15, 2017 7:15 am

Thanks again!