Patio Door Replacement Roller

Quick Learner from United States
I am hoping you can identify the attached part so I can order an exact replacement if I need to.  Attached are three pictures which will show you a comparison of a Swisco Part 81-287 which I purchased from you recently and the actual part that I removed from the patio door.  As you can see it it smaller that the 81-287. The part I took off had a brass roller.  Your 81-287 has a plastic/nylon roller.  NOTE the original part was from a Canadian company, L O Ricci ((original).  I have also included a picture of that original.  It looks like the exact size as the 81-287.  Note: I did replace the other roller on the sliding door with the 81-287.  Before I replace the one I am in quiring about with the 81-287 I wanted to see if you carried the part I have sent you pictures of, and if it was original to the door.  It could have been a replacement of the L O Ricci and that was all the Door repairman had at the time (years ago).  Thank you for your help.  I hope I have provided you with enough information.  Thank you.   
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Dave Sr.
Dave Sr. from SWISCO
SWISCO
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Hello,

This is an old Ricci roller that hasn't been made in a long time. The 81-287 would be our best replacement options as long as the measurements match yours. As for the other roller that you mentioned as a past replacement, unfortunately, we can't confirm which was the original style since we do not have a record of the exact parts used in your specific door. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Detail of 81-287
Detail of 81-287

Quick Learner from United States
Tahnk you Dave.  I found the other roller that I made reference to was made/distributed by Prime-Line.  It was a replacement used by a Sliding Door Repairman that I had used several years ago.  Since that time I educated mysekf on the Swisco 81-287 and how to replace it myself.  I will use the Swisco product.  It appears to be better constructed and fits wiht the roller used originally.  I will replace BOTH of the rollers to ensure it works properly.  Thank you and Deb for all your help.  Happy New Year!
Dave Sr.
Dave Sr. from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Sounds like a plan! We appreciate your business, and we'll be here if you have any other hardware questions.

Quick Learner from United States
UPDATE:  I installed both Swisco 81-287 rollers.  They work perfectly.  The Sliding door is working like new.  Thanks again.  Its nice to deal with a quality company that really helps the Homeowners.  With the costs of everything going up and up  I t felt good to save some money and not have to hire a "Repairman" again.  Have a great day!
Dave Sr.
Dave Sr. from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

That's great news! We do our best to keep home repair costs to a minimum for our customers. 

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