Tilt Latch broken off

Question

I cannot find any markings on the latch or the window. The mechanism is approximately 5/8 inches wide and 2-5/8 inches long (on the top). I have not taken the latch out of the window for fear of not being able to back in. But after watching your videos it appears it's a lot easier fix than I realized. I have several of these windows in my house (original builders MI Homes put them in). The broken one is a right hands side. So I really just need to replace that one. Love your video, I had no idea how these worked, thought it would be a huge job!

One picture shows the left hands side which is not broken.

Bob · Accepted Answer

Thanks for the kind words. Yes, these surface-mount tilt latches aren't too much of a hassle to replace! Based on a cursory glance I think you might need the commonly-seen 26-243 and 26-244. But ultimately you will need to remove an undamaged tilt latch and compare the dimensions to be absolutely sure. Let me know how you make out.