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Quick Learner
Sep 15, 2015
Quick Learner
Sep 15, 2015
Replacement Fingure latch
I have not been able to lacate the window manufacturer, but need to replace both the left and right latch. The track is about 1/4" wide. Thanks! Trina
Home Owner Rancho Cucamonga, CA 9...
Sep 15, 2015
Home Owner from Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Sep 15, 2015
29-3 ID5 CMC 54 Window Channel Balance
Hello! One of the window balance for my windows is broken. I just took a picture for the mark on the window balance. As you can see, the mark shows "29-3 ID5 CMC 54". So, the correct window balance that I should purchase is "30" Series 385 Channel Balance", right? Please advise. Thanks ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Cleveland
Sep 15, 2015
Quick Learner from Cleveland
Sep 15, 2015
Polaris window replacement part
As you'll see from my photo, the balance shoe for this Polaris window is damaged. It's still attached and will slide up and down when the U part is turned but when the window is lowered into it, it can't engage with the window and lock onto it like on the other side. Do I just need the shoe or mor ... (cont.)
Quick Learner texas
Sep 15, 2015
Quick Learner from texas
Sep 15, 2015
very old screen latches
screens about 50 to 60 years old
Quick Learner Hillsboro, OR
Sep 15, 2015
Quick Learner from Hillsboro, OR
Sep 15, 2015
26 3 BSI OH Window Balance
My window balances are stamped 26 3 BSI OH is that sufficient to identify them or do I need to remove, measure, take photos? The removal clips are broken and I've just ordered some extras, so I can't remove them to measure, photograph, etc today.
Home Owner Marysville, MI
Sep 15, 2015
Home Owner from Marysville, MI
Sep 15, 2015
Window size 44w x 27h
Window size 44w x 27h marking on sash "EE 12 31 96"
Home Owner Celebration Florida 34...
Sep 15, 2015
Home Owner from Celebration Florida 34747
Sep 15, 2015
Latch locks also have a slide type dead bold all in one.
Latch locks also have a slide type dead bold all in one. No markings 3 rt and 2 left broke while cleaning windows. Can not fine replacement of the same kind. Vinyl frames.
Home Owner ny
Sep 15, 2015
Home Owner from ny
Sep 15, 2015
Broken Crank Operator
The whole white piece in the first picture that I uploaded is not attached to the window anymore. When I crank, that piece starts to come out. The measurement is 5.5inches wide. After opening the window, it shows Truth on one of the metal arms. The second image I uploaded is on the side of the windo ... (cont.)
Quick Learner USA
Sep 15, 2015
Quick Learner from USA
Sep 15, 2015
Channel Balance identification needed
HI, Attached you will find photos of the channel balances used in our windows. The home is 12 years old and the windows are original construction. The number on the metal channel appears to be 28C but it could be 280. That channel is 29" long by 9/16 wide and 5/8 deep. Please quote delivered p ... (cont.)
Home Owner Gaithersburg, Md.
Sep 15, 2015
Home Owner from Gaithersburg, Md.
Sep 15, 2015
tilt window pivot bar
I am selling my house, and in the process of cleaning and fixing, I broke several pivot bars for my tilt windows. I know an inspector will note this, and wish to fix them so as to remove this issue from his report. Enclosed is a crude depiction of a broken pivot bar, with equally crude, but very ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Beaumont, TX
Sep 15, 2015
Quick Learner from Beaumont, TX
Sep 15, 2015
Metal frame windows in a high school football press box
My son is remodeling his high schools press box as his Eagle Scout Project. The windows aren't working properly and they have signs saying not to open because the windows will fall out. Looks like all of the latches are either broken or just not working properly.
Quick Learner McLean, VA
Sep 14, 2015
Quick Learner from McLean, VA
Sep 14, 2015
Please help identify this screen lock
This is a screen lock (blade?) for a Pella Casement window. I need to identify the part and and cost to replace it.
Quick Learner Clearwater.FL
Sep 14, 2015
Quick Learner from Clearwater.FL
Sep 14, 2015
Slides and Clips for spiral balances.
Have single hung aluminum windows with spiral balances which I have received from you, Now I see the plastic slides to keep the window in the frame shave broken. See sketch. Also the metal hook that holds the lower end of the spiral alance are broken. See sketch Please advise if you can ... (cont.)
Home Owner UK
Sep 14, 2015
Home Owner from UK
Sep 14, 2015
Home Owner USA
Sep 14, 2015
Home Owner from USA
Sep 14, 2015
Pivot Bar question
Pivot bar identification
Quick Learner Ann Arbor
Sep 14, 2015
Quick Learner from Ann Arbor
Sep 14, 2015
Broken coil balance
Hi! I need your help desperately! Windows do not stay open and they are dropping. I think I need to replace the coil balance and shoe and I am wondering if S140-25 is a good fit. Please let me know how you think! Best, Hyesun
Quick Learner USA
Sep 14, 2015
Quick Learner from USA
Sep 14, 2015
Shutter handle replacements
Good Evening. I am in the process of remodeling a home and would like to restore the shutters in the sunroom. The handles are broken preventing me from opening/closing them. I would like to know if you all sell replacement parts/handles for these type of shutters? The pictures are below: ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Massachusetts
Sep 14, 2015
Quick Learner from Massachusetts
Sep 14, 2015
Skylight operator too high
I bought your Skylight Operator, Angle Drive 39-379 to replace a broken operator and it works fine -- but my Hex Ball pool doesn't work because the operators are about 11 feet high and the Hex Ball won't make a good connection even though it reaches the operator handle, the Hex Ball won't slip in be ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Long Beach Ca
Sep 14, 2015
Quick Learner from Long Beach Ca
Sep 14, 2015
Identifieding channel balances
Can you tell me if these are the 351 series balancer 27" long .The stamp read 26 5 JW CMC 7. On the shorter balanced is read 12 1 BSI TD .I measure it and it 12 1/2 " long .
Handy Person Raleigh,NC
Sep 14, 2015
Handy Person from Raleigh,NC
Sep 14, 2015
Coil Balance for 17.5 pound sash
The vinyl sash weighs 17.5 pounds and is 29.5" wide by 30.5' high. Based on remainder of the broken springs the attaching end looks like series152, is .5" wide and has the same bronze coloring. If the sash weight divided by 2 is the indicator then I will need 2 of the 9 pound coil balances. Plea ... (cont.)