Pivot Shoe Removal Question

Question

I have some Silverline 1000 series double hung windows that I would like to replace the pivot shoes. They appear to match your 15-046. What tool do I need to remove the pivot shoe? I've looked at your various videos on your website (which are very helpful), and think I might need our 75-069. Can you confirm?

Paul · Accepted Answer

Hello! The 75-069 jamb spreader tool set will definitely help you remove your pivot shoes, but we typically only recommend this to professionals who plan on repairing a ton of windows. If you're just a home owner trying to repair a single faulty window, then there may be easier ways.

Typically, most pivot shoes can be removed by first taking the balance out of the track, then sliding the pivot shoe to a pre-made cutout. This allows you to just pop it right out.

If there is no cutout already made in the track then one must be made. The video below will cover the process step by step. It's a tried and true method and should work for most residential vinyl windows. Give it a look and see if this is something you're comfortable doing, or let me know if you had any follow up questions.