Replacing channel balance

A quick learner from Raleigh, NC says:
August 22, 2018
I think I can use the S795-27 changing out the shoe to the 15-194 1" T-Lock.
The shoe I have on my window now looks to be longer than the 15-194, will that make a difference? I do not see a way to get the old shoe out of my window, unless I cut the old shoe or flange on the window. Is this an acceptable way to remove this?
I also need a top sash guide(I think that is what it is called), do you having something that might work?

I have a tilt window, channel balance is 27" and window sash weighs around 20 pounds. Thanks for your help, Chris
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Paul from SWISCO responded:
August 29, 2018

It looks like you have a vinyl American Craftsman tilt window that uses an S765-27 channel balance. See what you think. You will need the old stamp to confirm the best option. We do not recommend guessing sash weight, as these tend to be precise. 

The top balance fitting looks like our 26-053A.  Your pivot shoe isn't made anymore but it can be replaced with our 15-046.
27" Series 765 Balance
27" Series 765 Balance
S765-27
$14.16
Pivot Shoe, 1/2" Thick
Pivot Shoe, 1/2" Thick
15-046
$2.15
Balance Stop
Balance Stop
26-053A
$1.42
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