id on balance is 27C

Question

cam is broken on inverted block/tackle. balance ID is 27C
I ordered four #15-195 1-1/4" T lock Balance Shoe, closed cam

Does that look correct?
Does this part go in without tools...it appears to...but Im hesitant to pull it off.
or, Do I need to order the whole balance?

Thanks, Robert

Tom · Accepted Answer

The 15-195 certainly looks like a match, yes, but that's all I can tell you from these photos. If you have any doubts then you should get a hold of an undamaged version of the shoe to verify that the design and size is the same.

Replacing the balance may be necessary. The failure of the shoe is either a sign of excess stress on the shoe (for whatever reason), or a sign that the springs are failing. If you replace the shoes and still run into issues, you should seriously consider replacing the balances altogether.