Sash Top Guide broken

Hello! I recognize this old Milgard top sash guide. They don't make this anymore to my knowledge, but we do have one tentative solution.

See our 18-009 to start out. I feel very confident that this will match your old top sash guide in all respects except for the fact that the top of our product has an overlap. You would have to trim that overlap down so that it will fit in your sash, but otherwise should be a good size. Look over our dimensions and let me know what you think, or if you had any doubts.

Detail of 18-009

Side view of 18-009

As for the take out clip, see our 16-002.

Lastly, concerning the balance stamp, 3240 is probably going to be a little too strong. You can still use it but you'll note that your window will be more difficult to close. In time this will cause excess strain on the springs and it will probably shorten their overall lifespan, not to mention that it will just be annoying for day to day use.

Yes, I like to use a utility knife but whatever you're comfortable with. As always, make sure to wear safety gloves when trying to cut anything in this way. 

The 18-188 does look similar at first glance, but in my experience doesn't really work well for Milgard windows. If you think it would be better, though, then you are free to pick that instead. It's ultimately up to you.