Simonton Stormbreaker Plus 300VL Double Hung Coil Balance assistance

Quick Learner from Tampa, FL

Hi,

I need to replace the Simonton Stormbreaker Plus 300 VL coil balances on my double hung windows, but I am not sure what parts I will need. I believe the complete dimension of the opening for the window is 53x51, while the window is approx 48x23.

The plastic on the coil balance broke but it seems the springs are sitll in good shape. 

Any assistance on the parts need to purchase would be helpful. I included several pictures I took. 

Thanks,

Andrew 

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Emily
Emily from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Hi there Andrew.

Thank you for reaching out to us. We aren't familiar with this pivot shoe. Can you show us a photo of it removed from the window? We'd also like you to write out the thickness and width dimensions. 

Quick Learner from Tampa, FL
Hi Emily,
I won't be able to take it off until the weekend, but I got pictures of the broken pivot shoe. The piece that did not fall off is still hanging from the coil balance. I think i need to remove the coil balance out to get the rest of it off. 
Just wondering if these pictures work?
The height of the pivot shoe is about 1.25 inches. the other photos have approximate dimensions. My guess is the width of the pivot shoe is about 1 inch
Thanks for any assistance,
Andrew
 
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Paul
Paul from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

I'm afraid these photos don't help. We aren't familiar with this pivot shoe, so we'll need you to measure the thickness and width of an undamaged shoe to confirm whether we have a comparable option. Please note that we aren't able to read accurate measurements from photos of a tape measure, so written-out measurements are ideal. 

Quick Learner from Tampa, FL
Ok, I will get the measurement of the other one this weekend. Both sides broke and one broke in three pieces, but one i think broke in two pieces, but these are the measurements i got with a digital caliper. I will see how the other one looks to see if i can get an estimate, but my assumption is its going to be in the 1.2in range
 
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Quick Learner from Tampa, FL
Will these additional photos help?  I have the coil balance off and the pivot shoe off. I can get more photos if needed.
Thanks
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Paul
Paul from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Thank you kindly. We don't have a pivot shoe with these specifications, but the 15-259 would be the best we can offer. The thickness is 13/16" and the width is 1-1/4". You would also need the 26-083 pivot bar and the 15-255 or 15-255, depending on the number of springs used per side of the window. 

We can't promise these parts will work for you since the measurements differ, but review the specifications along with the video below and see what you think.

Dimensions for 15-259
Dimensions for 15-259

Quick Learner from Tampa, FL
Hi just giving you an update. I purchased your recommended parts to replace the pviot bar and coil balance and was able to install the Window again without issues. 
Thanks again for the help and support. 
-Andrew
Paul
Paul from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

That's great to hear, Andrew! We're glad the repair went well. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything else! 

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