Milgard double hung vinyl windows circa 2000 ?

A handy person from Hawaii says:
September 23, 2021
Hello, I need to replace several balancers like the one shown as well as the shoes.
Hoping you can tell me what the part is and have in stock! :)
Also, do I need a jamb spreader to get the new shoe into that channel? seems pretty tight.

My property is in Hawaii and this window is ocean facing so hopefully the replacement parts are more rust resistant.

Look forward to your response!! Norm
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Tom from SWISCO responded:
September 29, 2021

I'm actually not familiar with this balance. It has a very peculiar design, at least compared to other balances of the same type. Please give me a little more time to look into this and I'll get back to you ASAP.
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Tom from SWISCO responded:
September 29, 2021

Okay, I have confirmation that your balance is not made anymore. The good news, however, is that our Series 770 can work perfectly well for you as a replacement. Look it over and see what you think. I would specifically recommend the S770-13 with a 13B stamp option.

For the pivot shoe, see our 15-210.

Regarding whether or not you need a jamb spreader, it is not usually necessary. These should come out after you unscrew it from the jam.
A handy person from Hawaii says:
September 29, 2021
Tom, thanks for your reply. I will order the parts to give it a try.

I also have crank-style \ casement windows also from Milgard that I need to replace the cranks and the window lock mechanism. Should I start a separate thread or can I add photos to this thread for those?
A handy person from Hawaii says:
September 29, 2021
Tom, to help expedite, I went ahead and uploaded pics of my Milgard casement windows. I need to replace several parts including the crank, the extender arms that attach to the crank, and the locks. All have deteriorated due to ocean spray exposure.

Thanks!!
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Tom from SWISCO responded:
September 30, 2021

Your operator here looks like our 39-239C, but I'm not sure about the locks. Would it be possible to see them removed? The most important dimension here is the arm or fork that interacts with the locking mechanism on the outside, which is obscured here.

We also sell the 39-451 handle/cover set separately.
13" Series 770 Balance
13" Series 770 Balance
S770-13
$11.25
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Corner Locking Pivot Carrier, Black
15-210
$2.67
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Tamp-R-Lok III
15-225
$0.52
SS Encore Awning Operator, Sill Mount
SS Encore Awning Operator, Sill Mount
39-239C
$50.90
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