Window balance Shoe replacement
Sure, this shoe appears to be a match for our 15-195. Look it over and see what you think.
These just snap on and off, so they're very easy to replace without having to change the entire balance. Just note that if your shoe sustained this kind of damage, then your balance may not be far behind. It's probably in working condition for now but you should expect issues in the coming years.
There could be about a million different options. I'm afraid it's not possible to identify a tilt latch without seeing the original. I'd be happy to do that for you, but I will require photos.
That's a huge help, thanks! Looking at this design, I think it's very similar to our 26-393B. Your next step should be to remove the original and compare your measurements to the diagram below to ensure they match. If so, then I think it would work well for your window.
We have a tutorial video on this exact process that you may find helpful. I'll share that below.
Anytime! Please feel free to reach out if we can be of any further assistance.
Yes, the entire balance has to be removed before you can attach the new shoe. It's not possible to put the new shoe on the old balance without taking the balance out to begin with..
As for how to get it back in, you just turn the balance sideways (so that the "ears" of the shoe are vertical, rather than horizontal) and then twist. There's not much more to it than that.