Replacing Broken Window Balances

Home Owner from Florida
Need to replace the balances (both sides) in 5 windows. They are the original windows installed ~17 years ago. Can you please help me identify what parts I need?
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Bob from SWISCO
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Hello there. You might have an S380-29 Channel Balance, where the 28C stamp suggests you should choose a stamp option of 2830. However, please check the 'depth' of the bottom nylon shoe, or the 'heel-to-toe' measurement. See the diagram below for reference. The Series 380 has a 1" deep shoe. If yours is less, please let us know.

Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.

For the take-out clips, see the 16-002.

Home Owner from Florida
I measured the show on the balance I took out and it is 0.9" or ~29/32". Please let me know if I need something else or if you think the S380 might work for my case. Thank you!
Bob
Bob from SWISCO
SWISCO
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I think the Series 380 will be fine. These fittings are plastic, so a certain amount of wear is to be expected after years of use. It's very likely your shoe was originally 1" deep.

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