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75-006 Spiral Balance Charging Tool for Tilt Windows
75-006 Spiral Balance Charging Tool for Tilt Windows
Handy Person
Knoxville TN
Feb 16, 2016
Handy Person from Knoxville TN
Feb 16, 2016
Spiral Banace for tilt window
Size 3/8 Yellow tip 25" tube length Window Weight 20 LB ( need 5 Pieces ) Also Need Pivot Shoes ( Need 3 Pieces ) / Window Latch ( Need 1 Each Of left and Right ) and pivot bar ( Need 2 Pieces ) Also sending pictures for this items Thanks Vijay
Landlord
Baltimore, Md
Jan 27, 2016
Landlord from Baltimore, Md
Jan 27, 2016
Spiral balancer repair
Dear Sir: I have 15 tilted windows and all sashes are dropping down. I believe that it needs some tensions. These windows are 20 years old. Fred
Handy Person
Canada
Jan 26, 2016
Handy Person from Canada
Jan 26, 2016
cam brake and balance
Looking for cam break and balance for my JELD-WEN (Willmar)windows. Hope the pics went through. Need six of each if you can help me. Thanks very much.
Quick Learner
USA
Jan 25, 2016
Quick Learner from USA
Jan 25, 2016
Pivot shoe ID
Looking for the right pivot shoe. Also the swivel balance that is 3/8 at 30" long and 28 3/4"long. when retraced all the way in. The windows a aluminum single hung tilt outs. Any help you can give me would be appreciated. I looked at your 15-045 but it just didn't look the same. I need enough for 6 ... (cont.)
Home Owner
OC NJ
Jan 20, 2016
Home Owner from OC NJ
Jan 20, 2016
Pivot Show ID, Failure cause question
Hello - My uncle installed 13 windows (I think about 20 years ago) that have nearly all failed at this point. I know he sourced the windows from a local NJ company, but I am not sure of the name and I think they are no longer around. The hardware appears to be Swisco from what I can tell though, s ... (cont.)
Home Owner
Knoxville, TN
Dec 29, 2015
Home Owner from Knoxville, TN
Dec 29, 2015
What charge tool do I need?
I have windows that won't stay up, so I know I need to tighten the spiral balances but I am unclear on which spiral balance charge tool I need. Since you sell two, which one do I need? 75-006 or 75-033? Thank for your help.
Quick Learner
New York City
Dec 28, 2015
Quick Learner from New York City
Dec 28, 2015
My windows need help
Please help me choose the hardware I need to rebuild "Thermal 1 " aluminum frame windows made by Amacor Industries, Delmont, PA. The windows measure approximately 40" wide by 65" high, overall. The 5/8" spiral balances are 32" long and have yellow tips. A picture of one of the pivot shoes is attache ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Houston
Dec 18, 2015
Quick Learner from Houston
Dec 18, 2015
loud spiral balances
The spiral balances in most of my windows make loud banging noises when I raise the windows. They have come loose a well and I bought a tensioner to replace them. I'm wondering, however, if I should just replace them? Thanks!
Quick Learner
philadelphia
Dec 10, 2015
Quick Learner from philadelphia
Dec 10, 2015
Looking for correct Pivot Shoe
I don't know the name of the window company. Looking for some expertise helping locate the proper pivot shoe. The depth of the window channel is 1/2". The pics show the measurements for the other sizes.
Quick Learner
Acton, CA
Dec 8, 2015
Quick Learner from Acton, CA
Dec 8, 2015
Spiral balance does not fit
I received the S900- 27" spiral balance for my Better Bilt Window and it seems not to be the right size. The window is single hung 54 high X 34 wide and the lower window weighs 18 pounds. For the measurement, I measured from the top of the window to the top of the lower window when closed. 27" is ... (cont.)
Landlord
Philadelphia
Dec 7, 2015
Landlord from Philadelphia
Dec 7, 2015
Fixing windows so that they stay up
My window wont stay up. Do i need to replace the balances or just tighten them up?
Home Owner
Spanish Fort, Alabama
Nov 25, 2015
Home Owner from Spanish Fort, Alabama
Nov 25, 2015
Window has trouble opening despite lubrication
Hello, I am a homeowner with a problem window. My wife opens this window constantly for ventilation while she works will oil based paints (artist). a while back the window was difficult to open, I sprayed WD-40 and window worked well, Now a couple of months later, the same window will not s ... (cont.)
Home Owner
Dudedin,Fl
Nov 20, 2015
Home Owner from Dudedin,Fl
Nov 20, 2015
Window adj. tool
I have BB740B windows in my house is this the proper tool for adjusting?
Home Owner
Ventnor New Jersey
Nov 17, 2015
Home Owner from Ventnor New Jersey
Nov 17, 2015
Window repair needed
This part is 22" long. I don't know if you need any additional information from this part or if it's relatively standard. I will be able to give more info if needed. Please let me know. The problem I'm experiencing is that the windows will no longer stay open on their own. Thanks for your help i ... (cont.)
Handy Person
Allentown, PA
Nov 10, 2015
Handy Person from Allentown, PA
Nov 10, 2015
Thermal Guard Windows model 405 balances
I think I'm going to need balances and pivot shoes. Also the loading tool and jam spreader. The windows are about 35 years old. They are the tilt style in various heights.
Quick Learner
Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 10, 2015
Quick Learner from Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 10, 2015
Tricky window
Hi, all, Last week I repaired my first DH window with new pivot locks and balances (thanks to Paul) and feel confident of my skills. Moving on to the next window, I'm completely stymied. The window (Thermal-Gard) is a teast 20 years old and has top-mounted tilt latches, pivot locks (one broken) a ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
san antonio tx
Nov 5, 2015
Quick Learner from san antonio tx
Nov 5, 2015
replacement balance
I have a spiral tilt window balance that needs replacement. Here are the dimensions, 3/8" diam x 26" length: window is 34" ---> x 26 7/8" ^ weight is approx. 15 pounds. On the tubing JR either P or A is written on it, plus number 4. Could you recommend proper balance and tension tool, and price? Ho ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Melissa, TX
Nov 5, 2015
Quick Learner from Melissa, TX
Nov 5, 2015
window spiral balances
Can I determine if my balances need to be replaced or can they be loosened? They are single hung tilt windows. If they need to be replaced, I will do it myself. The tubes are 3/8 x 35. I'm attaching pictures. If you need an additional view, please let me know. Thank you for any help you can give ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Oct 27, 2015
Quick Learner
Oct 27, 2015
spring load assembly kit for Hurd Monument VINYL Series Window installed in 1998
I have been trying to fix a window in my home that was installed in 1998 and is part of the Hurd Monument Vinyl Series. The spring load mechansim that holds the window up broke and the window comes crashing down. Very dangerous. Can you help with parts? I have spoken to my local dealers and hurd ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Bloomfield NJ
Oct 15, 2015
Quick Learner from Bloomfield NJ
Oct 15, 2015
Spiral spring balance shoe double hung till the vinyl window
1 15/16 x 17/32 X 1 9/32