Trouble removing spiral balance

Quick Learner from USA
Hi , i just got off the phone with your sales rep prior to orderings Balances & he recommended I email my question with photos to see if a solution can be recommended

I need to replace the Tilt Spiral Balance in my bathroom ( the other rooms have no obstructions) however there is a slanted wall that obstructs the opening of the Sash so I can't remove the window and have the shoes be in the locked position ,
The Sash can only be opened 7'' before the slanted wall obstructs it ,( photo attached )

Do you have a suggestion how I can replace the balance

My only thought was was to raise the Sash to the highest position, put a stopper to hold it there.
Then remove the 2 pivot -bars,
Remove the window.
Install the new balances
Install the Sash and raise it to the highest position again with a stopper
The shoe will not be accessible so I will take a hook of some sort, possibly made from a hanger , slide it between the Sash and shoe.
Grab the shoe pull it down several inches & then slide the pivot-bar into the shoe

If you another solution it would be appreciated

Would my suggestion work

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Paul
Paul from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Thanks for contacting us. This is a very unique problem. Your solution isn't bad, and it may be your only option. I can't think of a better way to approach this problem, to be honest. I've never encountered this before. Sorry we can't give a better suggestion!

Quick Learner from NY
Just figured I'd let you know it worked Thanks
Paul
Paul from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Awesome, that's good to know! We'll add this to our records for posterity. I'm sure your idea will help many customers in the future.

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