Traco Balance

Home Owner from Virginia

Mar 6, 2018 11:59 am

Could?t remove the balance b/c it will require removing the entire window and didn?t have time as my time was limited in Florida but will return in Aug/Sep timeframe. Again my time will be limited so can?t wait to order. I live in virginia and this is our winter home in Florida. Also need a replacement flat aluminum that you pull out to remove the non-tilting sash. Will need two of each. Thanks.

8 Replies

Tom from SWISCO

Mar 8, 2018 11:09 am

I'm afraid I cannot determine what you have just based on this sticker. Traco has used all kinds of different balances over the years and across the country. Without seeing the balance itself, there's no way for us to know what you need.

Quick Learner from Virginia

Mar 8, 2018 7:19 pm

I also attaced the best picture i was able to get of the balance without taking out the window, did it not help? Also looking for the aluminum clips that ste pulled out to take out the sash. I?m attaching it again.

Tom from SWISCO

Mar 12, 2018 2:00 pm

I'm sorry, I didn't get this picture initially. It gives a little more information, but not much. I can only see the stamp in your photo. That indicates the strength of the spring, but it does not indicate what the Series might be in any way. Comparing the nylon caps on either end of the balance is the only way to know what balance will replace yours. You can see our selection here.

Quick Learner from Florida

Mar 12, 2018 7:32 pm

Thanks for your reply. My last attempt to see if you can help. Found out the windows were purchased at home depot Sku 512-056, 37x38 3/8 wht gry impact. Again, thanks for sharing your insght.

Paul from SWISCO

Mar 13, 2018 12:51 pm

I am afraid I can not tell what balance series your Traco window is currently using. What I can tell is that your metal channel is 18" and the spring weight will be 1770 based on your stamping of "17 DS 29" which holds a sash of 25-29 pounds. Our 16-002 metal take out clip would replace your existing clip. We placed some media guides on this page for you to review. It will show you how to remove your balance and allow you to identify the balance series that could be used as a replacement.

Quick Learner from Florida

Mar 13, 2018 5:43 pm

Thanks. Here?s my problem I live in Virginia and the window is in Florida. The installer did not do a very good job of installing...not plumb, so i have to take out the window completely. My next visit to florida is not until August so how fast can a product be shipped after it?s ordered? Shain appreciate the support your team has been providing and will save the videos.

Sam

Tom from SWISCO

Mar 14, 2018 12:06 pm

We offer many delivery options, though it would depend on the balance itself. There's always the chance you have something that has to be specially made. I can't know without seeing a clear photo of each nylon end. That is the only way this kind of balance can be identified.