Window balance replacement -- complete assemblies with shoes

Quick Learner
Hello,
I need help identifying replacement balances for the double-hung windows shown in the attached photos. The plastic pulley blocks on the existing balances have cracked and broken.
I understand that these balances may have been discontinued. Could you please identify them from the photos and recommend compatible replacements?
I would like to order complete replacement assemblies, including the balance shoes and any necessary mounting hardware. Please also let me know whether the existing sash pivot bars are compatible or need to be replaced.
What measurements and additional photos do you need to determine the correct model, length, and sash weight rating? Please specify how to measure the existing balance and which shoe dimensions you need.
Thank you!
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Quick Learner
I'm attaching five more photos of the old window balance.
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Bob
Bob from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Hey there. This outmoded rod balance can be replaced with the Series 770 Channel Balance. Measure the length of the rod to determine the length needed. To know what stamp option to pick, weigh the window sash these rod balances support. You can use that exact weight to choose the right stamp option.

For the pivot shoe, see if the 15-129 matches up.

Detail of 15-129
Detail of 15-129

Quick Learner
Could you please tell me which pivot bar is compatible with this pivot shoe?
Quick Learner
Could you please tell me if the pivot bar in the photo will fit the Series 15-129 pivot shoe?
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Bob
Bob from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

There are actually quite a few different pivot bars compatible with this shoe. The 26-310, 26-021, and 26-241 are three common options but there are dozens more. There's no one part, unfortunately.

I can at least tell you that the pivot bar in your latest photo should fit in our 15-129 without issue. It looks like a probably match for our 26-021, assuming the hole placement is the same.

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