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Quick Learner Charlotte, NC
Feb 27, 2012
Quick Learner from Charlotte, NC
Feb 27, 2012
Truth opeators and crank handles
Hello, I am planning on replacing several broken window cranks at my wife's office building in the near future. I have been looking for the replacement cranks, but have discovered there are slightly more than one or two choices out there (yes, I am being sarcastic). While I was at her office, I ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Raleigh NC
Feb 27, 2012
Quick Learner from Raleigh NC
Feb 27, 2012
Jamb Spreader Quantity
Is a quantity 1 of 75-069 Jamb Spreader a pair, or do I need to order a quantity of 2? If the latter, are 2 really required (as in the video)? Also, most of my pivot shoes broke within the first 2 years of when the house was new. Are these replacements any better? Thanks.
Quick Learner El Cajon, CA
Feb 27, 2012
Quick Learner from El Cajon, CA
Feb 27, 2012
Channel Balance
I need a 24" channel balance . Here are a couple of photos. Could you please direct me to which replacement I need. It is a non tilt Milgard. Approx. 8 ounces. Thanks, DA
Quick Learner Flagler Beach, FL 3213...
Feb 27, 2012
Quick Learner from Flagler Beach, FL 32136
Feb 27, 2012
PGT Channel Balances
HI, I need 4-9/16" channel balances for 2 PGT non tilt windows. Ive attached photoes and it seems they have a 19-005 top and a 15-001 shoe (the top seems to be grooved on the back side). The balances are 29" long and the sash weighs 23.6 lbs. I've ordered other balancers from you in the past, and w ... (cont.)
Home Owner Irvine, California
Feb 27, 2012
Home Owner from Irvine, California
Feb 27, 2012
Replacement channel balance 2730
I'm looking for channel balance of my window. The stamp on the old channel is marked as 2730. Which series I should use? Thank you for your help.
Home Owner New Jersey
Feb 27, 2012
Home Owner from New Jersey
Feb 27, 2012
Installing the 26-122
I have identified the replacement part needed for a vent lock replacement. Partnumber 26-122 Can you tell me if it comes with instructions for installation. Does it snap in or does the window need to be taken apart? Thanks Mary
Handy Person Evanston, Illinois
Feb 27, 2012
Handy Person from Evanston, Illinois
Feb 27, 2012
Window Venting Lock Replacements
Hello, I have been looking at the venting lock part number 26-122. Several of my locks are broken, but the opening to insert a new lock is only 1 inch long. Are these adjustable for that opening? Or do you have others that are smaller? Thanks. I have been looking for these emplacements for yea ... (cont.)
Home Owner PITTSBURGH
Feb 27, 2012
Home Owner from PITTSBURGH
Feb 27, 2012
Sash Balance for Andersen windows
I have more than 20 Double-Hung Windows in my building and I need to change so many of the Sash Balances,the problem I can not find the exact same Sash Balances. I have this number on one of the part F41231275.so please help me to find the right balance I need
Contractor ny
Feb 26, 2012
Contractor from ny
Feb 26, 2012
Is Andersen Crank Cover Included?
does the crank cover come with the crank
Quick Learner New Hampshire
Feb 26, 2012
Quick Learner from New Hampshire
Feb 26, 2012
Removing/Replacing operator covers
I have many, many Anderson windows throughout our home. The windows are in terrific condition; however, the hardware was painted on (acrylic) and looks terrible. I have identified the re;placement sash locks and operator handles and also know how to remove and replace these items. However, I cann ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Ft Walton Beach, FL
Feb 24, 2012
Quick Learner from Ft Walton Beach, FL
Feb 24, 2012
Windgate double hung coil balances
I need 6 to 10 double coil balence sets for Windgate double hung tilt in windows by Alliance. The width of the sliding portion is 1.25 inches, and contains a pot-metal rotating receptacle for the window pin. Two coils are attached.
Quick Learner securiy bracket
Feb 24, 2012
Quick Learner from securiy bracket
Feb 24, 2012
Securing Security Bracket
What us the best screw, or other hardware, to hold the 80-001 security bracket in place?
Contractor Charlotte, NC
Feb 24, 2012
Contractor from Charlotte, NC
Feb 24, 2012
Old Stylr Pella Knife Latch
I'm working on the older style Pella casements that have a removable inner glass panel, instead of being a true insulated glass unit. The glass panel is framed with an aluminum channel and attached to the sash with a knife latch. The latch size and shape are different than the ones used to lock in ... (cont.)
Handy Person Maryland
Feb 23, 2012
Handy Person from Maryland
Feb 23, 2012
series 900 spiral balance color
The tips of my balances are completely gone.Could you please give me the recommended weight for each color.
Quick Learner Dallas
Feb 23, 2012
Quick Learner from Dallas
Feb 23, 2012
window tilt latches
Where on a window do I look for the brand name of the window in order to find replacement window tilt latches?
Home Owner Mena Ar, 71953
Feb 23, 2012
Home Owner from Mena Ar, 71953
Feb 23, 2012
Balance Rods
Rod dia is 3/8 inch, Rod length is 28 inches, Weight is 2 OZ. The size of the window is 46 inch wide by 30 inch high, the window tilts inward.
Contractor Florence, NJ
Feb 23, 2012
Contractor from Florence, NJ
Feb 23, 2012
Looking for an Anderson patio door lock
Hello, I am looking for an Anderson patio door lock . Please see the attached photo, please let me know if you carry this lock in white. thank you, Bryan
Quick Learner San Jose, CA
Feb 23, 2012
Quick Learner from San Jose, CA
Feb 23, 2012
Which Option for my Channel balance?
Hi, I know that I need a 26" Series 351 Channel Balance but I don't know which option (2510, 2520, 2530, 2540) to order. Looking at a past similar question and your answer, I can tell you that my widow sash is about 14 pounds (I don't guarantee the precision of the scale). Which optio ... (cont.)
Handy Person Pittsburgh, PA
Feb 23, 2012
Handy Person from Pittsburgh, PA
Feb 23, 2012
Removal of Interior Friction Corner Keys
Dear Swisco, I have ordered 6 of your 95-002 corner keys to replace two existing corner keys in a slider screen door window. These two corner keys broke into two pieces and require replacement. I am having a trouble removing the remaining corner key parts where I can not get a screw drive tip o ... (cont.)
Home Owner Millington, TN
Feb 23, 2012
Home Owner from Millington, TN
Feb 23, 2012
Jordan Window Balances
I have Jordan windows in my home that have broken window balances, the windows don't stay up on their own. The marking on the balance is 2830. The balance itself, without end pieces measures 28 15/16 or 29in. The balance and the end pieces measure 29 7/8's. It appears it is 5/8" wide. What ... (cont.)