exact block & tackle replacement part

33" Series 385 Channel Balance S385-33
option: 3240
This is shown with attached plastic ends, both with wings.
There are various options given, it seems that 3240 corresponds to the stamp 32-4 on my original broken Milgard sash balance.
Is this the correct replacement part for me? Should I also order new Take Out Clip
16-002 this looks the same as what I have,
What exactly is the role of these wings? There are other balances with plastic ends without wings. Do these wings facilitate sliding smoothly in the channel and protecting it from the sharp metal edges of the balance?
There are neighboring windows whose balances still work despite age and sun exposure for 20 years. Some of these windows don;t slide up/down smoothly. Should their balances be replaced?
Thanks



Thanks for posting! I'm happy to take a look into this to confirm if the two balances mentioned are the correct replacements, but I'll need to see a photo of the existing hardware removed from the window. I am especially looking to see photos of the top and bottom attachments from the balance.
The wings help to guide the balances in the window channel when opening and closing the window.
If the take our clips are still in working condition, then you may not need to be replace them but you'll need to make that determination. It isn't always a requirement to replace them but it wouldn't hurt.
Regarding the balances from the other window, if you are experiencing issues with opening and closing the window, you'll likely need to replace them; ultimately, you need to examine your windows to determine if they do need replacing.
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any other questions you might have in the meantime.




May I please see a balance from a similar window? Unfortunately, I would not be able to confirm if either of the options you mentioned are the correct replacement without seeing the photos.
Please let me know if you have any other questions in the meantime.

Note that the stamp on both balances is: "32 4 EV CMC 7". One is stamped in ink. The other has an engraving, which is visible in the photo.
I measured the metal length as 33" and channel inner width as 1/2".
One balance has both plastic ends intact. The second balance has the plastic top end one wing broken off. One window sash end (sash cam) is intact. The second one is broken.
Please recommend the Swisco replacement balance and sash parts for this Milgard circa 2003 installation window.



Thanks for the photos. It does appear that either the S380-33 with a 1" shoe or the S385-33 with a 1-3/32". You'll need to double check the measurement for the depth of your shoe to confirm if the S385 is the correct replacement.
You would need to select the 3240, as you mentioned.

In regard to the top sash guide, your exact guide is no longer made but our 18-009 should work well as a suitable alternative. You'll need to shave down the tabs on the top of the guide so that it will sit flush with the sash. That said, please be aware that altered parts cannot be returned.





