Simonton vinyl window parts and fix

Question

1)What is the parts# for the pivot bar(L shape yet Internet often shows T shape), pivot lock shoe? 2)how the shoe is connected to the spring balance? 3)How to replace the shoe as no cutting slots for this window.
Both shoe is stuck and I forgot to turn it 90deg to loose it. Window is 35x48.5" sash weight 15 pound.

Casey · Accepted Answer

Hello,

We can't be sure with the pivot shoe still installed, but your part resembles the 15-111 shown below. This shoe is commonly used with the 1/2" thick Series 160 coil springs. See the cutout method below and additional videos on this page to assist you. The balance shown in the video is different, but the process of making the cutout to remove the balance is the same.

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You can start by comparing the specifications of the 26-241 pivot bar to yours once you have a chance to remove it from the sash frame. Thank you!

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