balance rod replacement

A home owner from Gibsonia, PA says:

October 29, 2017

Greetings,
I currently have the rods in the images in my windows - one won't go up, the other won't stay up. The existing rods measure 27 1/2" from top to bottom of blue bushing. Can these be replaced with current models not having a plastic tube covering?

Thanks!
Bob A

Paul from SWISCO responded:

November 2, 2017

If the tube has a diameter of 5/8" or 9/16", then you can use the S600-28 spiral balance. You'll want to consider using a blue tip, like the old balance. Our balances are contained in a metal tube instead of plastic, because metal stands up well to the sun's UV rays.

A home owner from Gibsonia, PA says:

November 4, 2017

Thank you! Looks like I can use the part you suggested,,, I'll be ordering from you soon - especially since Home Depot is asking twice your price for the items I need and they are available only online!

Spiral Balance Charging Tool for Tilt Windows

75-006

$9.97

28" Series 600 Spiral Tilt Window Balance

S600-28

$9.28

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