Simonton double hung tilt in windows : SWISCO.com

Quick Learner from Omaha

Mar 11, 2023 4:41 pm

The windows are in a state of disrepair. Broken shoes and coils. Would like to replace the coils and pivot shoes.
We have 10 sashes. 5 x 25lbs (these appeared to have two coils like this one) 3 x 33.5lbs and 2 x 32.5lbs (these have 3 coils on each side)
Would replace both sides as recommended. Please advise what parts needed.
They are 3/4". Some are marked 407J and some 406.

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Casey from SWISCO

Mar 13, 2023 3:57 pm

Hello,

Take a look at the video below that shows the parts that we recommend to replace your Simonton coil assembly, as well as demonstrates the replacement process.

You'd divide the sash weight by the number of coils you intend to use on each side to support it to choose the correct strength options. I would recommend using two S159-6 springs for the 25-pound sash. For the 32-1/2 pound sash, I would use a S159-8 and S159-7 on each side. For the larger 33-1/2 pound sash, one S159-9 and S159-7 on each side would work. Don't worry about the two larger windows using two coils originally. The spring strength is more important than the number of coils used. Thank you!

Quick Learner from Omaha

Mar 15, 2023 1:47 pm

Is that two coils on each side of the 25 lb sash? 4 for each sash? Does that mean I need 4 coil supports for each window?
Trying to figure out how many of each to order.
In other words do two 6.5 lb springs hold a 25lb sash. Double checking. Thanks.

Casey from SWISCO

Mar 15, 2023 2:09 pm

Correct, you would use two S159-6 coils on each side to support a 25-pound sash. A total of four coil springs.

Quick Learner from Omaha

Mar 18, 2023 8:35 am

Is there a video to show how to use two coils on each side? Directions on how to assemble etc?

Casey from SWISCO

Mar 20, 2023 7:56 am

Sure, you would follow the same video that we included in our original response but you would install an extra S159-6 coil and 15-255 on top to attach to the opposite side of the pivot shoe.

Quick Learner from Omaha

Mar 28, 2023 8:42 am

I have received the parts and I am unable to manipulate the coils to put one on each side of the pivot shoe. I am afraid I might bend or break something in the process. Can the second coil be attached into the slot on the first coil.

Casey from SWISCO

Mar 28, 2023 9:07 am

I'm sorry for the confusion. You are correct that you can attach the T end of the top coil to the small opening at the base of the first coil.

Quick Learner from Omaha

Mar 30, 2023 1:39 pm

One more question. Which tilt latches work for these windows.
Thanks

Casey from SWISCO

Mar 30, 2023 1:46 pm

We can't determine which latches your window uses based on the balance hardware but we would be happy to look into this for you as well. We would need to see photos of an undamaged tilt latch uninstalled, along with written-out dimensions, to compare to our inventory.

Quick Learner from Omaha

Apr 2, 2023 12:40 pm

Without removing it, it measures 5/8" × 2 5/8"

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Casey from SWISCO

Apr 3, 2023 7:58 am

Thanks for getting back to us. I would recommend removing your latch to compare to the specifications of the 26-243 and 26-244 shown below. If the dimensions match yours, then you should be good to go.

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