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Handy Person Sarasota, FL
May 16, 2011
Handy Person from Sarasota, FL
May 16, 2011
Longer lengths of 58-008
I have a pair of metal doors (see photo) and your 58-008 weatherstripping is a perfect match for the deteriorating existing material. However, your page only shows 81" length and I need 3 lengths of 96" and 1 length of 72". Do you make this product in other lengths or would I have to piece it? Also, ... (cont.)
Home Owner Lake Worth Florida
May 16, 2011
Home Owner from Lake Worth Florida
May 16, 2011
2420 Channel Balance Question
Good Morning, We are looking for 20 pieces rectangular window balances for some older single hung windows down in South Florida. The attached picture will show you the top and bottom plastic pieces and the originals are stamped 2420. Can you supply me with the balance, the clips at top w/ scre ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Alabama
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from Alabama
May 16, 2011
pivot lock shoe binding, need help
I have a pivot lock shoe that is binding enough to break off my metal pivot. I have sprayed teflon spray in an attempt to get it move more freely with minimal success. Is there a better way to free up shoe where it will operate properly again? The channel balance seems to be working fine on its on. ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Howell, MI
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from Howell, MI
May 16, 2011
MW Window Channel Balance Replacement Part
I have MW windows and need to replace a 31" Channel Balance. The stamp on the channel is 30D. I don"t know what part number the plastic end pieces are. DOes that matted as long as the channel is the right length and the ends look the same.
Quick Learner Florida
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from Florida
May 16, 2011
replacement part for double hung window
If you look at the attached pictures, I was able to purchase replacement clips, but I am unsure how to locate the second half which is the flat portion.
Quick Learner Conyers, GA
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from Conyers, GA
May 16, 2011
Wood Window Tension Spring
Hi, I have a property that was built circa 1985. One of the wood window sash won't stay up. Looking at the tension spring you have, I wonder it will fit in my window (picture attached showing the sash and channel). I'd also have check if the spring width of 3/4" is too wide or not. Could you g ... (cont.)
Home Owner California
May 16, 2011
Home Owner from California
May 16, 2011
Looking for 26 4 FR CALDWELL replacement
I have two broken window channel guides and need replacements. The broken component seems to be the string on the inside but I don't know if it's easier to just get an entirely new unit. Attached are photos. It says "26 4 FR CALDWELL" on the channel. I wasn't able to identify a part on your web ... (cont.)
Quick Learner avon, ohio
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from avon, ohio
May 16, 2011
Mounting screws for the 84-074 roller
Does this 84-074 roller come with the mounting screws?? If not what size screws does the part need and do you sell them?? Please let me know Thanks Jim
Quick Learner California
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from California
May 16, 2011
2730 & 2740 options
I note that when I order the 2730 and 2740 options they default to the same replacement balance (S380-28). When I order 16 total (but only 8 of each respectively), I note that the price doesn't reflect the quantity discount. Are there actually any differences in the 2730 & 2740 options? If not, s ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Scottsdale
May 16, 2011
Quick Learner from Scottsdale
May 16, 2011
Top sash balance and guide for Alenco windows
I am looking for top sash for alenco windows. channel_length: 28inch channel_stamp: 2730 channel_balance_top: 19-005 channel_balance_bottom: 15-001 base-series: S100 I am sending pics. I hope you can help
Contractor Newburyport, MA
May 16, 2011
Contractor from Newburyport, MA
May 16, 2011
Retrofitting historic wooden sashes with spiral balances
I need to replace several window frames but preserve the wooden sashes because they are in one of several condos in a historic building. The upper sashes will be permanently fixed in position and I intend to fit the lower sashes with spiral balances.The windows are grooved already, so I can route th ... (cont.)
Home Owner Grass Valley Ca
May 13, 2011
Home Owner from Grass Valley Ca
May 13, 2011
What's the height of the button on the hinge tip of 39-001?
On the deminsions shown on this window crank one seems to be missing. I am replacing a crank operator in a house built in 1953. I picked up a unit at home depot and it would not work. The problem the button at the end of the arm was to thick to exit the window frane and ingage the window. Your digra ... (cont.)
Home Owner Auburn, CA 95603
May 13, 2011
Home Owner from Auburn, CA 95603
May 13, 2011
Additional dimensions needed for this roller assembly
1) What is the height of the 87-181? - you only give the width and length. 2) What is the width of the roller surface that rolls on the window frame?
Home Owner Simi Valley, CA
May 13, 2011
Home Owner from Simi Valley, CA
May 13, 2011
Replacement Window Lock
I have a window that the lock broke. I need to get an replacement. Attached is a picture of the broken lock. The picture is missing the top and bottom potion that is where the lock would screw onto the window frame. When the window is closed the latch fits into the stationary window frame. Than ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Yorba Linda Ca.
May 12, 2011
Quick Learner from Yorba Linda Ca.
May 12, 2011
Additional window parts
Hi folks, I recently recieved my 2 balances, S385-34. I need 2 more pieces that go on the window frame. Please see attached photos and advise. Thanks for your help Dick
Handy Person toledo ohio
May 12, 2011
Handy Person from toledo ohio
May 12, 2011
change pivot bar when broke
hello, trying to change the pivot bar. the pivot bar is broke off inside the window just before the screw. I got the screw out but can't get a hold of the pivot bar its broke and seems rusted in there.. is there any way to get it out does the window come apart or should it just fall out after th ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Baltimore, MD
May 12, 2011
Quick Learner from Baltimore, MD
May 12, 2011
trying to match window hardware
I have surface mounted tilt latch (RH side) that I am trying to match. It is very similar to your #26-295, but not exact. Mine is white colored, and the 11/16" dim you show is actually 3/4" on mine. The bottom is slightly different too, but is the closest to anything you have. Are these minor di ... (cont.)
Home Owner elizabeth nj
May 12, 2011
Home Owner from elizabeth nj
May 12, 2011
Pivot bar and coil balance replacement
HELP, PLEASE!!! I need 4 of the parts pictured below. i need a pivot bar for this lock shoe i do no't know wath is the actually measures because is broke in the middle of the hold the window does'nt stay up.thank you
Handy Person MA
May 12, 2011
Handy Person from MA
May 12, 2011
Window channel balances
I'm replacing the channel balances in several double-hung windows. It seems odd that the channel balance for the upper sash is the same as the lower sash because the lower sash stretches the spring so much more. The part number stamped on each is W 28HD and is for a tilt window. If I replace all ... (cont.)
Home Owner Concord CAlifornia
May 12, 2011
Home Owner from Concord CAlifornia
May 12, 2011
Certainteed Bryn Mawr Pivot Pin
Will the 26-175 pivot bar pair fit this Certainteed Bryn MaWR DOUBLE hung window? I broke one when it was not properly seated and the window fell breaking off the tab, which is offset. Right side as I am looking at the window.