Window balancers

Handy Person from Jacksonville Fl
Please let me know if more detailed photos are needed. The metal portion of these balancers are 30" long and 3/8 wide.They have "29 4" stamped on rail. Also need the sash guards but they are very broken but are so broken can't get any measurements.

I appreciate your help, letting me know what I need to order from you guys.

Craig Landry
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Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
SWISCO
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It appears you have either our S380-30 or our S385-30 Channel Balance with a 2940 stamp. To confirm which of these balances is the right fit for your window, you'll need to confirm the depth of your bottom shoe. Please refer to the diagram below.

Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.

When referring to the sash guards, I am assuming you are referring to the plastic pieces at the top corners of the window; these are the top sash guides. I'll need to see an undamaged version of the part to recommend the correct replacement.

Quick Learner from Jacksonville Fl
Thank you for your help. The bottom shoe on the balancer is 1" in diameter. The sash guard is 7/8" in diameter. See photos for reference. Please let me know what we need to order, thanks!
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Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
SWISCO
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The correct balance replacement would be the S380-30 since your shoe has a depth of 1". 

In regard to the top sash guide, I'll need a better view of the front of angle of the part. Specifically, need to see the shape of the front as well as the installation holes.

Quick Learner from Jacksonville Fl
Hi Jasmine, here are some photos of the top sash guide. Please let me know if these good enough to identify the correct replacement.

Thanks,

Craig
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Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Thanks for your photos. I recommend carefully reviewing and comparing our 18-166 to your top sash guide. You'll need to confirm the measurements to determine if this is the correct replacement. I cannot confirm at this time that this is the exact replacement you'll need however, it does appear to be the closest match.

Detail of 18-166
Detail of 18-166

Profile view of 18-166
Profile view of 18-166

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