Recommendation for replacement window channel

Quick Learner from Boston
The shoe screwed into the track and pulley/channel system all seemed to be one part. The plastic shoe snapped, old window, and now the whole thing needs replacing. All it says on the side is BSI 949 or maybe BS followed by NC. Should I try to find the same part for replacement?
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Quick Learner from Boston
The part in the window track the rope was attached to as one piece.
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Emily
Emily from SWISCO
SWISCO
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Hi there!

We can help supply your balance but this will have to be a custom order due to its configuration. Before we proceed, can you tell me how many you'll need? I can draft a price quote for the desired quantity once I know that. 

Quick Learner from Boston
4 because the plastic is snapped on 2 windows. Would it be possible to replace them with a more conventional balance? I'm trying to figure out how the "shoe" that is screwed into the window track got put there if it's all one piece with the string and balance.
Emily
Emily from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

These can't be replaced with another balance, unfortunately. I don't personally know how this type of balance is installed but I'm going to have one of our senior experts take a look and see if they can offer insight on the installation process. We'll reach out to you via this discussion thread the moment we have more information. 

In the meantime, I'm going to email you a purchase link and price quote for 4 of these balances that you can use to place an order on our website. 

Paul
Paul from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

To remove the old balancers, first tilt in the sash and hold it in place while you unscrew the clips that hold the cord to the window track. With both clips removed, swing the left side of the sash up to unhook the pivot in the track, then the right side out. Carefully lay the sash on a flat surface and remove the 1" screw from the top of the balance and a 2" screw on the bottom. 

To install the new balance, first screw the top of the balance to the sash and then the bottom screw. If the cord retracted inside the balance, pull on the clip about 1/2 up the sash and pull it to the side to lock it in place. Place the sash pivots into the track, hold the sash horizontally while screwing in the metal clips in the track. Bring up the sash and snap in the top tilts into the track. Move the sash down and up to engage and unlock the balance cords.

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