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Contractor Baltimore
Jul 19, 2012
Contractor from Baltimore
Jul 19, 2012
Certainteed Devon balance
Stamped on the coil is 405 j. All I need is one balance but would take a few more if available
Home Owner Point Roberts, WA
Jul 19, 2012
Home Owner from Point Roberts, WA
Jul 19, 2012
Window latch needed
I'm looking for this brass window hardware. It may be called a "spur" fastener or latch. The hole at the end allows us to open the window from afar as it is only accessible by a long rod (boat hook). The attachment holes are 3/16" in diameter and are 3/4" apart. I'd estimate the arm to be abou ... (cont.)
Home Owner Kentucky
Jul 19, 2012
Home Owner from Kentucky
Jul 19, 2012
Counter balance for window replacement
I need to replace the counter balances in my windows that are 26 years old. I just bought a townhome, and have to keep the same windows or replace them with specific specifications. Therefore, I thought if I could find the counter balance that would work with the certain window that that would be ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Monroeville, PA
Jul 19, 2012
Quick Learner from Monroeville, PA
Jul 19, 2012
patio sliding door handle RD 1965
My handle door is broken and I'd like to replace it (see attached pics). I found the code RD 1965 but if you could advise for the best replacement that would be awesome. Thanks!
Jul 19, 2012
Jul 19, 2012
Pivot pins for sears replacement window
Good morning, and thanks for posting! Please see SWISCO product code 26-336, Simonton Pivot Bar. It appears to be very similar to your own hardware. Compare the measurements and let us know if they differ in any way.
Quick Learner Waynesville, NC
Jul 19, 2012
Quick Learner from Waynesville, NC
Jul 19, 2012
Lower sliding screen track
Hi there, I found Swisco by googling "sliding screen door track lower". I have three 6' patio doors of unknown provenance which use the standard el cheapo sliding screen doors available at any home center. The lower track has worn out on a couple of them and it doesn't seem to be so readily avail ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Detroit, MI
Jul 19, 2012
Quick Learner from Detroit, MI
Jul 19, 2012
Balance spring replacement?
Swisco, i'm not sure if I need to replace my balance springs or not. My windows were put in June, 2005. They are extremely hard to open and close throughout the entire house. It's hard to believe that all balance springs went bad, or if they were simply installed incorrectly. What do you think ... (cont.)
Quick Learner So Cal
Jul 19, 2012
Quick Learner from So Cal
Jul 19, 2012
replacement for window weatherstripping
Hi there, I need to determine the best replacement part number for a 4' section of vinyl window weatherstripping. It is white and has a fin tail (I think that is what you call it). The base is 3/8" and the fuzzy nap is 1/4" tall with a fin running down the middle. The windows were produced by a Ho ... (cont.)
Jul 19, 2012
Jul 19, 2012
Replacement part for patio screen door
Thanks for posting in our Discussion Board, Pat! Have you seen our 84-137 Roller Assembly? Please compare its dimensions to your own hardware. Could this act as replacement? Let me know what you think.
Home Owner Oakdale Ca.
Jul 19, 2012
Home Owner from Oakdale Ca.
Jul 19, 2012
Channel balance Replacement 26 4 FO
Please help, need to know what I should buy for replacement: 26 4 FO caldwell 27" long
Quick Learner
Jul 19, 2012
Quick Learner
Jul 19, 2012
Anderson Sash Balance, R13/927 12-87 and L9/1327 12-87
I am in the process of replacing the sash balance for my Anderson windows. The two sash balances on my current windows are R13/927 12-87 and L9/1327 12-87. Which replacement parts do I need?
Jul 18, 2012
Jul 18, 2012
Replacement Part for 20 3 DR caldwell
Thanks for posting! Before I can offer an applicable replacement for this channel balance, I just need to know a bit more information about the bottom attachment. Please take a look at our 15-004 and 15-005 channel balance shoes, and note their depths. As you can see, they are 1-3/32" deep and 1" de ... (cont.)
Home Owner Castle Rock
Jul 18, 2012
Home Owner from Castle Rock
Jul 18, 2012
Alenco window glazing
Trying to determine glazing strip. It is an Alenco window installed around 2001. Looks to 7/8 (13/16) x 3/8. Thanks
Handy Person
Jul 18, 2012
Handy Person
Jul 18, 2012
need new 20" spiral balances
need 2 of these it,s 20" long on the white part
Quick Learner Chicago, IL
Jul 18, 2012
Quick Learner from Chicago, IL
Jul 18, 2012
tandem door roller
I am looking for two dozen of these
Home Owner Mason, OH
Jul 18, 2012
Home Owner from Mason, OH
Jul 18, 2012
snap in window glazing
I am looking for snap in window glazing to replace that shown in the attached photo. It extends out of the window frame 1/2" and the square edge is about 1/4" wide. My aluminum windows are about 20 years old and were installed by the local builder M & I Homes. Can you help me? Thanks, Randy ... (cont.)
Handy Person Near Pittsburgh,PA
Jul 18, 2012
Handy Person from Near Pittsburgh,PA
Jul 18, 2012
Anderson Sash Balance
I have two sash balances that I would like to replace on an anderson narrow line window. They both have the numbers 11600-17 and BF9 10#31 3-87 on them, Can you tell me the current replacement part number? Many thanks.
Quick Learner Danvers
Jul 18, 2012
Quick Learner from Danvers
Jul 18, 2012
need 2 channel balances.
Hi. I need 2 types of channel balances please. 1st being 27" long, 1/2' wide, stamped 2630. 2nd being 17" long, 1/2' wide, stamped 1630. please see attached for end pieces.
Quick Learner Los Angeles
Jul 18, 2012
Quick Learner from Los Angeles
Jul 18, 2012
Andersen window sash balance identify
I have removed the 2 Sash Support Andersen Window Balances and want to order replacement units. the rectangular portion is 6 5/16 long, 2 15/16 wide, and 3/4 think. The windows were made in 1982 and are not safety glass. On the balance there are several numbers: 11600-2 and E41 9#27 7-82 ... (cont.)
Quick Learner florida
Jul 18, 2012
Quick Learner from florida
Jul 18, 2012