Window Channel Replacement

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Bob
Bob from SWISCO
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Thanks for posting. It looks like both nylon attachments lack 'wings', or side tabs. Please confirm. If so, you have either the S351-24 or S390-24. The only difference between these two channel balances is the depth of the bottom nylon shoe, or the 'heel-to-toe' measurement. See the diagram below for reference. Compare both shoes with your old balance's to see what matches best. In either case, for a stamp option choose 2320. Let me know if you have any questions.

Comparison of the S351 and S390 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S351 and S390 balance shoes.

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The length of the metal channel, not plastic part at all, is 23 inches and has 23 inches stamped on it. I wanted to confirm you recommend the 351-24? And no there are no wings on the nylon parts.
Bob
Bob from SWISCO
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Thanks for getting back to me. It's unusual for a balance whose stamp has first two digits being '23' also being 23" long. Usually the balance is 1" longer. It's possible whoever installed these balances cut them down to size to fit your window. To get an accurate stamp option, weigh the window sash these balances support. Give me that exact weight, and I can work out what you need. 

If there are no wings on either end attachment, and the shoe is exactly 1" deep, then the Series 351 is correct. 

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