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Landlord California
Aug 2, 2011
Landlord from California
Aug 2, 2011
The 39-002 handle will not freely turn
Recently ordered the 39-001/2 casement window crank assembly. Upon installation of the crank handle we discovered that it would not freely turn in a full circle because the set-screw tang on the crank handle is striking the beveled top edge of the crank-gear housing. It appears that either the e ... (cont.)
Handy Person Allamuchy, NJ
Aug 2, 2011
Handy Person from Allamuchy, NJ
Aug 2, 2011
Roller Tool for Andersen Screen
Roller Tool for Andersen window screen, your offer 2 sizes, 75-008 and 75-019. Which size is correct? Also, confirming part # 59-250 is black in color? Thanks, John
Quick Learner Rancho Cucamonga, cali...
Aug 1, 2011
Quick Learner from Rancho Cucamonga, california
Aug 1, 2011
Kinro window channel balance parts
I have Kinro windows, single hung approx. 30" x 59 1/2". I'm having some problems with the channel balance(s). As near as I can tell the only thing I see broken is the "channel balance top". The balance is 28" long and the top that looks most similar is part #19-005. Can you advise me? Thank You, Go ... (cont.)
Handy Person Liberty, Missouri
Aug 1, 2011
Handy Person from Liberty, Missouri
Aug 1, 2011
Truth 45142 awning operator
I have a Truth 45142 awning operator on my Caradco window. Need to replace it, do you have something that will work..pictures included.
Landlord Nebraska
Aug 1, 2011
Landlord from Nebraska
Aug 1, 2011
Alenco sliding door clip
Hello, I'm looking for a fixed patio door clip or bracket for an Alenco/PlyGem Patio Door similar to your 80-051, but different. See Image. Thanks Randy
Quick Learner Clinton, CT
Aug 1, 2011
Quick Learner from Clinton, CT
Aug 1, 2011
39-020 with a 6" arm?
I have a window crank that look just like your product 39-020 except the arm is only 6" instead of 9" Can you help me out? It's for an octagonal window hinged at the top. Thanks
Home Owner Happy Valley, OR
Jul 29, 2011
Home Owner from Happy Valley, OR
Jul 29, 2011
Need Replacement Silverline Window Part
I've uploaded two images. The first image is of the sticker that identifies my window. The second image shows the latch mechanism that I need to replace, because it is broken. The window was manufactured by American Craftsman Windows, whose parent company is (I believe) called Silverline. Date of ma ... (cont.)
Home Owner Paso Robles, CA
Jul 29, 2011
Home Owner from Paso Robles, CA
Jul 29, 2011
Replacing Window balances, pivot shoes, etc
I have single hung (tilt out) windows, heavy with dual glass panes. Don't know brand, but metal and older. One spiral balance and shoe has given me trouble for some time. Had shoe replaced some time back, but balance keeps coming out. So, I am going to attempt to replace balance and shoe. From what ... (cont.)
Home Owner PA and NJ
Jul 29, 2011
Home Owner from PA and NJ
Jul 29, 2011
Sliding screen door latch
I bought a home at the beach - and all 3 latches on the sliding screen doors are either broken or missing completely. I am attaching a picture of the latch that is broken - along with a picture of the missing latch area of another door. Can you please let me know if product code #83-034 is the co ... (cont.)
Home Owner
Jul 28, 2011
Home Owner
Jul 28, 2011
Pella casment arm parts
I need the plastic part that connects the arm to the channel connected on the window of a Pella casment window. house was built in the '60s with origional pella windows. Wondering if you have that.
Home Owner dover, ma
Jul 28, 2011
Home Owner from dover, ma
Jul 28, 2011
Replacing Screen Pull Rings
My screens are missing most of these (70-004). How do I put them on? Do I need a special tool?
Quick Learner Wisconsin
Jul 28, 2011
Quick Learner from Wisconsin
Jul 28, 2011
Truth Entry Gard Operator 30472
From what I can tell, I think the replacement is the 39-032. I thought my operator cover just needed to be replaced because it was cracked. I bought the cover, but it looks like the tabs are a little shorter and don't hold on the original operator when cranking the window in. Will I need to repla ... (cont.)
Handy Person
Jul 28, 2011
Handy Person
Jul 28, 2011
spiral balance is stuck in window channel
i have installed 10 balances and hit a snag. i was installing a 29 inch balance in a single hung non tilt window. it drop the balane in from the top of the movanle window, secured the balance top to the frame with the one screw, used the tool to tension and place the balance end in the bottom of win ... (cont.)
Quick Learner NEW HAMPSHIRE
Jul 27, 2011
Quick Learner from NEW HAMPSHIRE
Jul 27, 2011
Metal screen clips
Do you have any metal screen clips like the 70-085?
Home Owner Apalachin, NY
Jul 27, 2011
Home Owner from Apalachin, NY
Jul 27, 2011
Thermal-Gard Casement Window
We need a cover for the crank of an old Thermal-Gard casement window. The dimensions of the opening in the vinyl frame are 1 1/16" by 5". Notice from the photo that the metal plate holding the crank extends out from the opening. Do you have anything to cover this and allow us to open the window w ... (cont.)
Quick Learner west covina
Jul 26, 2011
Quick Learner from west covina
Jul 26, 2011
pivot bar holder part
these are the parts that make up my pivot bar holder, i cant seem to find the grey insert that the pivot bar attaches too. can you help me identify it and do you have anything similar. the housing of the pivot bar is the same as the top latch with the guts removed and replaced with the grey insert ... (cont.)
Home Owner Massachusetts
Jul 26, 2011
Home Owner from Massachusetts
Jul 26, 2011
How do I verify that this is the replacement operator I need
Hi, I'm looking for replacement crank operator mechanisms for several BiltBest windows. Items 39-216 and 39-217 look similar. How can I verify that they are the correct replacement parts? Thanks & Regards, -Bill
Home Owner Albany, NY
Jul 26, 2011
Home Owner from Albany, NY
Jul 26, 2011
Andersen Double Hung Balance Box E49 9#31 10-86
I have to replace several balance boxes in my Andersen double hungs dating from the mid-80s. They are stamped with the following: 11600-17 E49 9#31 10-86 There is no stamp on the tab end that would suggest a replacement part number. Thanks for your help.
Quick Learner
Jul 26, 2011
Quick Learner
Jul 26, 2011
25 3 KO CALDWELL channel balance question
I'm having trouble finding an exact match for this channel balance. It's a non-tilt window. "25 3 KO CALDWELL" is the marking. The metal piece is 26" long, 1/2" wide. the top looks like a 19-005 and the shoe 15-004. If this is a custom configuration, does it make it much more expensiv ... (cont.)
Home Owner Valrico, Florida 33596
Jul 26, 2011
Home Owner from Valrico, Florida 33596
Jul 26, 2011
Roller for sliding glass door
Do you carry a single wheel roller for a glass sliding door, has an inscription on the side that reads "ALCAN 463997C". Thanks for your support.