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75-005 Spiral Balance Charging Tool for Non-tilt Windows
75-005 Spiral Balance Charging Tool for Non-tilt Windows
Home Owner
Fort Lee
May 22, 2020
Home Owner from Fort Lee
May 22, 2020
Plastic corner for window screen
Trying to replace this plastic corner connector. Would you have this part?
Quick Learner
Oviedo, Florida
May 18, 2020
Quick Learner from Oviedo, Florida
May 18, 2020
Help with install of S400-30 spiral balance- issues with attaching the bottom area
I am needing assistance with attaching the S400-30 balance pins on my GA window. I can tension the spiral balance ( 3-4 turns clockwise ) but I cannot get it to stay in its clip area. So when I have the tip up in the area of the clip seems I can only get the bottom side to attach not the other sid ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
USA
May 14, 2020
Quick Learner from USA
May 14, 2020
Changing balances.
Hi,We have old double hung windows that had a very unique balancing system (not the weights). We aren't able to replace the system, so want to use the spiral balances you sell.Eventually we want to put spiral spring loaded balancers for all our windows (~25), but want to start with the 3 kitchen win ... (cont.)
Handy Person
Plantation fl
May 12, 2020
Handy Person from Plantation fl
May 12, 2020
Window doesn't stay open
Not sure what I need nor how to remove anything on this window please help
Handy Person
Davenport, FL
May 1, 2020
Handy Person from Davenport, FL
May 1, 2020
MILCO Window Repair Parts Order
I was able to find on your website the two Spiral Balances I need (S400-31), the two metal brackets #62 (17-062) and the Spiral Balance Charging Tool for Non-tilt Windows (75-005). I need to order these parts as soon as possible, but I have four small plastic parts that hopefully you can help me fi ... (cont.)
Home Owner
Tennessee
May 1, 2020
Home Owner from Tennessee
May 1, 2020
Spiral balance and plastic shoe
Spiral tube 3/8" x 28" red tip with tilt Spiral tube 3/8" x 15" red tip with tilt Pivot Bar see pictures Spiral charging tool 75-005
Quick Learner
Danbury ct. 06811
Apr 21, 2020
Quick Learner from Danbury ct. 06811
Apr 21, 2020
How to tighten sash balance
How to tighten up double hung windows
Quick Learner
Bainbridge Island WA
Apr 15, 2020
Quick Learner from Bainbridge Island WA
Apr 15, 2020
1942 Spring/Spiral Balances
Hi, I'm trying to replace these sash balances that have no markings to indicate manufacturer. They may have been original to the windows. It's the only system evident, and doesn't appear to be a retrofit. The channels are 5/8" wide, and the balance is ~24 1/2 from top to bottom on a 27"-high sash.Th ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Huntsville, AL
Apr 10, 2020
Quick Learner from Huntsville, AL
Apr 10, 2020
Front Porch Window Balance Selection
Good morning, I feel pretty good about all of my selection details except for the strength. I can't remove my sash to weigh it. The sash is 36"x47" and aluminum, double paned. I'm hoping that gives you guys enough to help me select the Tip color. As it was before I destroyed the original balance ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Florida
Mar 10, 2020
Quick Learner from Florida
Mar 10, 2020
extended spiral balance - old non-tilt aluminum windows
I think I have extended spiral balances. One window has metal rods which are approx. 28.5" and the spiral rod is 30.75". The other window has a metal rod approx. 16.5" and its rod is 18.75". They are 3/8" in diameter and the holes in the spiral rod at the bottom are 1/2" apart. Do you sell these ... (cont.)
Handy Person
33950
Feb 21, 2020
Handy Person from 33950
Feb 21, 2020
Window Lift needed
I am looking for a window lift and pivot shoe. The window lift is 5/8" x 5/8" square and 24 7/8" long. The pivot shoe dimensions are shown in the attached file. I will need two of these.
Quick Learner
USA
Jan 27, 2020
Quick Learner from USA
Jan 27, 2020
Wood Window Spiral Balances
I am not sure of which shoe/bracket would go on this spiral balance but I believe I am searching for a S500 balance. The window weight is 15.5lbs. Length is 30in.
Handy Person
CARROLLTON TEXAS
Jan 15, 2020
Handy Person from CARROLLTON TEXAS
Jan 15, 2020
Balance came loose need assistance
One of the balance spiral came loose, fell down and window will not stay up. I removed both balances. It's easy to pull both spirals down, little tension and that does not change after few or many turns. Balance is 30 inches long and 3/8 diameter and appears to have a black cap. The window sash is ... (cont.)
Handy Person
Minnesota
Jan 12, 2020
Handy Person from Minnesota
Jan 12, 2020
Wocd on historic sashes
I have an historic house with period double hung sashes. The city is requiring wocd on the upstairs windows. What is the best device to install?
Home Owner
Texas
Jan 1, 2020
Home Owner from Texas
Jan 1, 2020
Window Balance
17 inch length tube and 3/8 inch diameter. White bearing. Spiral type.
Quick Learner
Cape May NJ
Nov 13, 2019
Quick Learner from Cape May NJ
Nov 13, 2019
Non tilt spiral window balance
Hello, I am fixing the wooden windows in my attic and am looking for replacement spiral window balances and the attachment pieces that nail to the bottom of the sash. The length of the tubes are 19" and 5/8" in diameter with white tips. The attachment piece is 2 3/4" long and I didn't see them on yo ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Blanchard Oklahoma
Oct 20, 2019
Quick Learner from Blanchard Oklahoma
Oct 20, 2019
Spiral balance broke
Hello, my name is David and I own and manage an apartment complex. I am needing some help identifying the parts needed for windows. I have one of them out but dont know how to get the other one out. It looks like there is a white nylon piece attached to the side of the window I think the bushing is ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Fort Worth, Texas
Sep 8, 2019
Quick Learner from Fort Worth, Texas
Sep 8, 2019
Spiral Balance Adjusting Tool Needed
Hello Swisco,A tool is needed please for adjusting the type of spiral balance indicated in the picture. It would be for non-tilt windows. Would Swisco carry this part tool? If so, what are the details?Thank you very much.Skip
Quick Learner
Eastham MA
Sep 7, 2019
Quick Learner from Eastham MA
Sep 7, 2019
Balance springs assistance
I need to replace the spiral balance springs in some old windows. They are 25" long. Picture 1 attaches to the frame and picture 3 attaches to the window. If you don't carry the exact spring, can I use a more "modern" one as long as I replace both?
Home Owner
06067
Sep 5, 2019
Home Owner from 06067
Sep 5, 2019
Old Window Spiral Balance
We have a summer cottage and one of the windows is very difficult to open and close - seems like there is too much tension on the spiral balance. I have no idea what kind these are and would appreciate ant help in identifying them so I can try and adjust the tension to see if that solves our problem ... (cont.)