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15-045 Pivot Shoe, 3/8" Thick

15-045 Pivot Shoe, 3/8" Thick
Quick Learner Young Harris, GA
Apr 20, 2015
Quick Learner from Young Harris, GA
Apr 20, 2015
Need help idenifying spiral balances and pivot shoes
Hello- I can not find any manufacturer information or labels anywhere on my windows. They are aluminum frame, single-hung tilt windows. Spiral balances- The balances have a snap on cover over the metal tube of the balance. The metal balance tube is approximately .380" diameter and 29" long fr ... (cont.)
Handy Person Atlanta
Apr 17, 2015
Handy Person from Atlanta
Apr 17, 2015
Balances keep popping out of shoe
I bought the pivot bar that fits this 15-045 shoe (perfect fit) and some new balances. My balances keep popping out of the shoe as well. I thought it could be a problem with the shoe, but all four balances do the same thing (the old ones popped out too, and were a bit tight, so I bought new ones thi ... (cont.)
Home Owner USA
Feb 13, 2015
Home Owner from USA
Feb 13, 2015
Better Built window balance parts
I have Better Built windows, at least thats the name. I got some of the new plastic pieces that slide up and down in the frame that the ballancer attaches to from you a few months ago (15-045). They are exactly like the original ones. Problem is that when I put them back together I have the same pr ... (cont.)
Handy Person USA
Nov 6, 2014
Handy Person from USA
Nov 6, 2014
Croft window hardware?
Dear Sir I believe I have Croft series 96 tilt single hung windows, please correct me if I am wrong. I would like to replace both slides on each side of the window frame that the window sash fits into. These slides also attach to some type of spring device to help in the sash position. I w ... (cont.)
Contractor Missouri
Oct 30, 2014
Contractor from Missouri
Oct 30, 2014
Identification of spireal balance shoe for purchase
I am looking to purchase multiple spiral balance shoes from you but have been unable to find the proper clips in your web site. The shoes have a number on them of 200-794. from the pictures provided the clips are 1-7/8 " tall, by 1" wide and have a thickness of 3/8". I am looking for 14 of them so ... (cont.)
Home Owner usa
Oct 1, 2014
Home Owner from usa
Oct 1, 2014
MI Window sash tops
I have the MI 165/175 SH windows installed in my house. What I'm looking for are the sash stops I would use for this window. The products I am about to buy are: S900-29 75-033 15-045 I would like to have the white sash stops that would work with this window. Can you help me
Handy Person Charlotte, NC
Sep 29, 2014
Handy Person from Charlotte, NC
Sep 29, 2014
end piece for push-up window
Hi, Picture 1 shows the bottom square piece needed (with the hole in the middle) Picture 2 and 3 show how this piece is missing. Picture 4 and 5 show the hook I bought from you a while back for this same window. I know the kit may come with more than just the square piece, i will buy the k ... (cont.)
Handy Person Cincinnati,OH
Sep 17, 2014
Handy Person from Cincinnati,OH
Sep 17, 2014
15-045 with a brake?
I was wandering if you have pivot shoe that is the same dimensions as the above with a brake.. I need 10 of them...Thanks Barry
Quick Learner Prescott, AZ
Sep 5, 2014
Quick Learner from Prescott, AZ
Sep 5, 2014
Identifying Pivot Shoe
I need help in identifying this pivot shoe. The dimensions shown were taken with a dial caliper. I believe these windows were made by Better Built. Thanks John
Quick Learner SC
Aug 19, 2014
Quick Learner from SC
Aug 19, 2014
Pivot shoe
Please identify the pivot shoe. Thanks.
Quick Learner Bethel Park, PA 15102
Jul 29, 2014
Quick Learner from Bethel Park, PA 15102
Jul 29, 2014
Guide from window
Two photos show one complete guide that is still installed and one that is broken on the counter. The measurements: 1 15/16 inches tall by 1 inch wide by 1/2 inch deep. Thank you!
Home Owner USA
Jul 15, 2014
Home Owner from USA
Jul 15, 2014
Pivot shoe
i need a pivot shoe. i saw on line, 15-045. this looks same as mine, but mine is 2 1/4 high, this one is 2" high. does that make a difference. Also, i probably need the jamb spreader, but it is expensive. any alternative. do you rent them?
Quick Learner Carlisle PA
Jun 24, 2014
Quick Learner from Carlisle PA
Jun 24, 2014
Spiral balance and corresponnding pivot shoe
Need to replace spiral balance and correpsonding pivot shoe. Balance is 29 inches long and approx. 3/8 diameter. Seems to have a white or very light green tip. Pivot measures 1/2 inch thick, 1-1/8 inch wide, and 2 inches long. See attached photos of old balance and pivot shoe. Need help choosing c ... (cont.)
Home Owner Littleton, CO
Jun 20, 2014
Home Owner from Littleton, CO
Jun 20, 2014
identify tilt window latch and pivot lock shoe
Please look at pics and help me select the parts I need for the Tilt window latch and pivot lock shoe. Pivot Shoe is 1 7/8
Contractor Michigan
May 19, 2014
Contractor from Michigan
May 19, 2014
Pivot bar
Could you tell me if pivot bar 26-379 will fit pivot shoe 15-045? Thanks, Greg
Handy Person Roswell, GA
Apr 2, 2014
Handy Person from Roswell, GA
Apr 2, 2014
ID pivot shoe lock
Hi, I need a few of these pivot shoe locks for some window repairs. They hook into a red nylon bearing spiral tube balance. If you need more info plaeas advise. Thank You Mike
Quick Learner Texas
Jan 14, 2014
Quick Learner from Texas
Jan 14, 2014
Pivot shoe substitute
I have aluminum windows which use the pivot shoe like your part number 15-045. 3/8x1x1-7/8" Many problems with spiral sash balance coming loose from the pivot shoe; it's a poorly designed shoe. Is there any other shoe from a different manufacturer that will substitute?
Home Owner falkville, al
Nov 27, 2013
Home Owner from falkville, al
Nov 27, 2013
pivot shoe bar for vinyl tilt windows
I am repairing my tilt windows. Everything went fine except, the old pivot shoe bar is just a little too big for the 15-045 shoe. the old bar is 3" long - 15/16" wide - 1/8" high. I am thinking of new bars???
Home Owner Ashburn, Va
Oct 15, 2013
Home Owner from Ashburn, Va
Oct 15, 2013
Reinstalling sash in vinyl window with a spiral window balance
Hi, I'm completely stumped. I have a pretty generic (unmarked) vinyl window in my house that had come completely disconnected from the pivot lock shoes. I removed the sash so that I could identify the replacement balances. Figured I should replace them. They are 29" long, 3/8 " with a red tip. Pl ... (cont.)
Home Owner Louisville, Ky.
Aug 6, 2013
Home Owner from Louisville, Ky.
Aug 6, 2013
Adjusting pivot shoe
When I pull down on the left pivot shoe and let go it will stay down it fly's back up. Why is this and how do I fix this problem. Thanks for your help, Vicki