Vinyl Window Pivot Lock Shoe Replacement - Fix a Broken Spring on a Tilt-Out Vinyl Window

[@pastorlugo121]

The video that the whole country needed desperately. Thanks.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!!

[@anond2015]

You're the only person I could find explaining how to replace the shoe itself. Every other video, even from the manufacturers, say "our shoe is good, so no need." Thanks for the help!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad to know this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@carolynmartin11]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!!! I'm 75 living alone on fixed income and you SAVED me!!!!! I just repaired my own window!!! Yipee!!! I'm so thankful for your instructional, easy to follow, detailed tutorial. You are appreciated!!!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm so glad this helped, Carolyn! Thank you for watching!!

[@danhall2197]

Excellent video Sir. I lived with broken springs not being able to move some fresh air into the home however thanks to you NO MORE.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Dan!! I'm so glad this helped!

[@sinisterkitty8411]

Thank you so much for explaining EVERYTHING. I didn't have a clue how these suckers worked. Now I just fixed one! It's professors like you that make KZbin University worthwhile!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate you watching!

[@moniquedavis8782]

You saved me 300 bucks...you did EXCELLENT explaining this to a person that has NO IDEA about a window and parts. Someone looked at my window and told me I needed to change the whole window. Thank you.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Monique! When I got new windows quoted, I was like, "no way"...there has to be a way to fix these. I'm glad this helped and saved you some $$!

[@illinibri92]

Got an offer on my home and the inspector the buyer hired found this exact problem with one of my windows. Was afraid I was going to have to give an allowance for a new window!! Luckily, I found your video and was able to identify the correct pivot locks (both were shot) I needed. Got locks in time before closing and got the window fixed easily by following your instructions! and all for $17.00 (that included shipping of $12.00). Saved me $800 at closing!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!

[@dwcoffey]

That's fantastic, Brian! I'm glad this helped save so much money! Thanks you for watching.

[@benthiel5220]

I knew nothing about windows except that one of mine was broken. I watched your video, ordered the new parts, and gave it a try. I had a few things to figure out but your explanations were so easy to follow. It took 3 steps over 2 days but I did it! I feel very proud and it’s all down to you. Thank you! You not only helped me fix my window, you gave me huge confidence.

[@dwcoffey]

That's fantastic, Ben! I'm glad this helped, glad you got it worked out too. Thanks for watching!!

[@PeterSpeak]

I called window people who said either replace the full window or get a handy man to do it... I called handy men and they said we dont touch windows. I found your video and now I have fixed 3 windows for under 20 bucks! Thanks sooooo much!!!!!

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! Thank you for watching, Peter!

[@sheilasmith7933]

The cleaning person “broke” my window; the pivot shoe (I know the term now that I’ve seen this video) disconnected. This showed me the “locked” and “unlocked” positions. Voila! I repaired it myself❤️. I thought I’d have to call a repairman. Thank you!!

[@dwcoffey]

That's fantastic, Sheila! I'm glad this helped. Thanks for watching!

[@Madderz007]

After an hour of fighting with the spring and window itself, I decided to google to see if anyone had a video on it. Much appreciated! Learn something new.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Amador!

[@brianmcvicker829]

Dennis, that was an instant subscribe for me. Clear video to the point super helpful. It’s people like you that are able to save the homeowner. Not only time but money for something that they may not ever have known how to do. Really appreciate your content. Thank you very much!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm sure glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Brian!

[@RaymondEck]

Got the pivot shoe replacement part yesterday and fixed my window today - Thanks so much again for this great video. There was very little difference between your video and what I needed to do with my style of windows.

[@dwcoffey]

Awesome, I'm glad it all went well! Thanks for watching, Raymond!.

[@SuperSnoog]

I want to thank you so much for showing and explaining well how to repair and reinstall the tilt window and the channel balance.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@HawgNSonsTV2]

Dennis ... I pulled my window out this morning and the previous owners didn't have the sash channel in those pivot lock shoes. I just needed to raise them up and lock them so I could insert the channel. Didn't cost me a dime!!!! Thanks again!!!

[@dwcoffey]

That's a nice surprise! Thanks for watching!!

[@PaulSchweiger]

I had a window company send me a whole box of pivot shoes,s crews and window locks because of warranty. Really glad I found this video so I didn't need to pay $200+ for their service tech to install them. Thanks Dennis!

[@dwcoffey]

Worked out nice! Thanks for watching, Paul!

[@harrypennington1395]

Great video! I've had a time trying to figure out what spring I have and how to replace it. This video covered everything I needed.

[@dwcoffey]

Glad it helped! Thank you for watching, Harry!

[@MARKWILLIAMS-tm4rf]

Finally the correct how to video for my ancient single hung windows (1987) and the correct installation hardware Dennis, Thank You from Arizona

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Mark!

[@mrs.incredible8805]

Thank you SO MUCH! Our window has not stayed open for a few years now, which drove me crazy. I recently retired and decided to try and fix it myself. I do ZERO home improvement, so this was an undertaking. Well, before I found your video, I began working on the window next to it, and now neither will stay open. So I searched further on youtube and found your video. It's like magic!!! I just ordered my lock shoes off the link you provided. So we will see. But i already got two lock shoes out, and it clearly is the problem you showed in your video. Hopefully my new shoes will be here in a week and I can actually fix my windows myself! For $26!!!! Shipping was the bulk of it, but I don't mind for this cost. This video is so badly needed for many folks. Stay tuned, hopefully I'll get them fixed.

[@dwcoffey]

Great job getting the window apart and finding the problem! Let me know how the repair goes! Thanks for watching!!

[@kenjileach]

This is great. I love how my windows fold out and can be removed. Was afraid I was going to have to replace the whole window. This should let me find the parts and how to do it. I love fixing things, but need this type of wonderful help. Thank you so much.

[@NancyJClark]

Great video. Our window was stuck because the pivot lock shoe was not pivoting! Your video helped us diagnose the problem and fix it. Now we truly know how these windows work and we know what the parts are called. Big help. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm really glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Nancy!

[@vicktoriahayes8795]

I want to thank you very much Sir, you saved us $7,000 dollars, I ordered the lock shoes from Swisco and replaced them myself. Thank you very much. God Bless you

[@dwcoffey]

That is awesome!!! Thank you for watching, Vicktoria!

[@NorthernShrew]

Thank you so much. I've been fighting this window for years! Finally decided to buy a new one online but when it came time to pay for it, I was motivated to see again if I could fix it myself. Voila! There you were!

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! I'm glad this helped get it fixed. Thanks for watching!

[@sharewin6445]

Thank you for showing how you fixed your window. After ordering the wrong size the 1st time, I reordered the correct size. Got them installed thanks to you helpful advise. Once they were installed, the window was extremely hard to open and close, due to binding. I tried several different configurations on the metal cam piece to no avail. After studying the difference in the old shoe and the new one, I noticed that the metal cams were slightly different. So I swapped the old metal cams out, with he new plastic shoes. And, walah , it WORKED! Hope this little bit of information will help others save time. I was just about ready to give up and put a “stick” in the window after ordering twice! Thanks again for sharing!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad you got it working! Thanks for watching!

[@sharewin6445]

UPDATE. When ordering your pivot lock shoe, pay attention to the color when ordering. Observe the broken lock shoe's color - green or white and order accordingly. The 1st lock shoes that I ordered didn't fit my window, but did fit my brother's windows. He was able to fix 3 windows! Thanks again, Dennis, for sharing!

[@Staceysmurf72]

Sir 🗣THANK YOU!!!!!!! OMG I have been calling window companies and the prices have been ridiculous just to repair my window and many have not returned my call. You are my saving grace for the day!!! THANK YOU & STAY GREAT ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thank you for watching!

[@Miss.Mama420]

Oh my I can't THANK YOU enough for this video...I've paid over $300 already to get my windows fix...Now realizing I got ripped off by the construction company who installed them, only because they knew I was a single woman who didn't have ANY OTHER choice UNTIL NOW...I can do it myself Thanks to this video & the independence I've gained over the years.... Thank you again for this video

[@dwcoffey]

I'm so glad this is helpful and I really appreciate you watching and leaving such a nice comment, LisaMarie! Keep up the good work! Thanks!!

[@nancyschmidbauer6097]

Thank you! If you remove the broken shoe and go on the internet and highlight the serial numbers on the shoe you can order the perfectly fitting shoe. Many out there, but only one fits perfectly. We had ordered the "not exact one" and tried without luck. The serial number showed up on the search! Then it went as easily to install just like you show us. Thanks again!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Nancy! Great tip, thank you!!

[@omorin34]

Thanks so much. I bought the guides and worked at it for 15 minutes without locking it and knew it couldn't be this hard.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Ovide!

[@deloreshobby2732]

Thank you so much for the detailed information. It gave me the know how and confidence to locate the parts I needed and fix it myself. I referred back to your video many times when I got stuck, literally and figuratively. You are an answer to prayer.😊

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Delores! I appreciate you watching and your very kind words! I'm glad this was helpful.

[@lmarquis39]

Thanks for the video! Wish I had seen this years ago. We’ve been living with 14 broken pivot lock shoes for years. Just ordered them today and will install next week!

[@dwcoffey]

I actually looked at replacing some windows until I decided to just take one apart and see if I could fix it. I was so happy when I found the broken part and then found an easy supplier! I'm sure your repairs will go well, let me know if I can help. Thanks for watching, Lauren!

[@daytonaeagle]

HUGE thanks Dennis.. Your video explained exactly what was going on with my window. I was able to get the replacement parts under warranty but interestingly labor was not covered so either I had to do it myself or pay someone. Your video saved me lots of time and gave me the confidence to fix the situation and it worked flawlessly.. Thanks again sir.

[@dwcoffey]

That is excellent! I'm glad this helped and saved you some money! Thanks for watching!

[@patmahanay667]

You saved my window and marriage. Thanks for the helpful instruction

[@dwcoffey]

LOL! That's me, the window counselor...haha! Thanks for watching, Pat!

[@4757bryce]

What a nightmare to assemble, but we did it. J is 77, and I'm 67 so took us all morning 😢, but thanks to your video, we knew what to do. Part was inexpensive on Amazon. The window is over kitchen sink, awkward to reach 😳 ! Was going to replace other side while the window was out. Just couldn't go thru that again. Really appreciate your instructions.

[@dwcoffey]

I agree, this is harder than it should be! I'm glad this helped and I appreciate you watching!

[@HawgNSonsTV2]

looks like I should have watched this 5 years ago when I bought my house 🏠 ... I will get back with you and tell you how I did. Thanks!!! great video and excellent directions!!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!

[@isaacfelicity]

Perfect video. I have 5 or 6 windows to fix. I hope they are all this easy. You were clear and easy to understand. Saving me tons of money.

[@dwcoffey]

I hope your fixes were easy and I'm sure you did a great job! Thank you for watching, Rachel!

[@bojomcfly98]

Dennis, you are a life saver.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!!

[@lisac.4094]

Great video. This video was sooo close to touching on my problem, but stopped short. That metal piece on the top of ur spring that goes in hole is broke off. Nothing to hold spring up. Do I hav to replace the whole spring? Ty!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! No, you can just replace the metal clip as long as your spring and the string are in good shape.

[@lisac.4094]

@@dwcoffey thank u so much for responding! Ya, I'll have to replace whole thing. Problem is, I can't get it out! Opening of the casing is just too narrow.

[@nilkantmakwana2039]

Hi that was a great video explaining clearly how to fix the issue. I have the 2 sliding side latches broken too. Can those be replaced and do you have a video on that? Thanks

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Nilkant! I don't have a video on that yet, but will plan to work on one in the future.

[@jesusfranciscolove]

Thank you for the enlightening video. I was completely puzzled why my window would not close

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Jesus!

[@luciamoir2641]

Thanks a lot! Now I think I can do it myself no doubt. Your explanation makes me feel very confident . The best I have seen . Your video is worth gold!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching, Lucia!

[@adamb2258]

Many thank yous. Perfect explanation on how the pivot lock works. Saved me from rage quitting getting the window back in. LOL

[@dwcoffey]

LOL! I totally understand! Thanks for watching, Adam!

[@rvninnorthcarolina3377]

Perfect tutorial. Never had to replace one of these until now and your video made the mystery no longer a mystery! Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, I appreciate you watching!

[@gerizkid]

Thank you so much. This is extremely helpful. I've had three pivot locks break while cleaning the windows. I think I need a new channel balance as well because it's not hooking very well or sliding up and down easily. It looks just like the one in your video with the hook. It's stamped 18C BSI. I can't seem to find it anywhere online. Any clue where to find one? Thanks again!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! Try here: www.dkhardware.com/window-balances-and-balance-hardware_ZC6444M0P1.html

[@AT-0012]

Thanks so much for this tutorial. I fixed a stuck pulley but couldn't figure out how to get the window back in until this video. Unfortunately I found it after the spring shot up and broke a little of the plastic above.

[@dwcoffey]

I've had the same thing happen, hopefully it didn't do too much damage. Thanks for watching!

[@Gumarko]

Thank you, Dennis. Excellent tutorial. Mine broke today and I had no idea what these were. Ordered the new lock shoes and can now repair them.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Don!

[@ddelallata]

Thanks for putting up this video. I was able to repair my bad window in about 5 min thanks to your video.

[@dwcoffey]

That's great! Thanks for watching!

[@mbridgemaker]

Thank I've been looking for this information for years. Your video demonstration is clear and you give answers to question I didn't know I would have.Bless you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@abdrywallrepairspecialist5184]

Dennis, my brothers keeper... Thank you ! God bless you and yours

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you watching!

[@Vin3817]

Thanks for sharing. I had my window down and stuck. On the right side the string is hanging out maybe the spring is broken. How do I fix this? Please help if you can. Thank you much in advance

[@dwcoffey]

Sounds like the string or the spring could be broken. I'd try to tilt the window out, then you can get to the spring channel and see what the problem is.

[@JaMounts]

Can you please provide the link for purchasing the pivot lock shoe. I did not see it in your video. The video was great by the way. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

There are a couple of different links in the video description. Thank you for watching!

[@fiveconnorsful]

Thank you; excellent explanation and should save us from replacing the window! God bless you for making this helpful video!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate you watching, and glad this helped!

[@robweber8414]

How do I know what size I need? Do I just measure the width of the track? We have three windows that are hard to open. I am hoping this is the reason. Thanks for taking the time to do this!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Rob! I'd remove the sash form one of the windows and see what type and size your windows take. There are a few different types out there. Sometimes, they'll even have a part number on the piece which makes it much easier too look up.

[@TogaTogaTo-gaaah]

This was exactly the video I needed to put my window back in place the right way. Many thanks!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Peter! I'm glad this helped!

[@lisarehrer4787]

Is there any videos showing what to do if you have accidentally let go of the shoe in the wrong position and let it fly up inside the channel? Do you have to buy a new shoe and leave it up in there somewhere? Will it not be in the way? Or can you just install a new shoe? Or does the channel remove somehow? I can't see an easy way to get the shoe back without breaking that spring channel trying to get it out. ☹️

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Lisa! You should be able to pull the balance out of the window channel and hopefully get that shoe out. You don't want to leave it in there as it will interfere with the window slide/balance.

[@niall3373]

Thank you. Best explanation I've seen. I"ve been putting off this task for ages cause the last time I attempted I couldn't figure the last part out (Inserting the window angle) and your tutorial made it easy. Just finished doing 3 windows that needed the shoe replaced. Thanks again.

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! I'm glad this helped. Thanks for watching, Niall!

[@growatree0123]

Thank you! My window sash fell out, and I couldn't figure out how to align it properly to fit it back in. Similar videos showed a slightly different mechanism with a different shoe lock design. Your video saved me a lot of frustration. I thought I'd have to call window folks for help.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm really glad this helped! Window work can be expensive, so it's always nice when we can do it ourselves. Thanks for watching!

[@josephamoroso1467]

Dennis, Thanks for the clear explanation. I have one problem in that there is a vinyl strip running from the top to the bottom of the channel, making it impossible to extract the broken pivot lock shoe and the spring holder behind it. Only half of the spring channel is visible and accessible. The strip is 1/2" wide with a 3/8" furry weather strip running down it. It has some give to it, but I haven't been able to figure out how to remove it. Have you seen anything like this?

[@josephamoroso1467]

Dennis: Further to the above: It appears that the entire sash housing is a single, molded plastic piece. I'm not sure if i have any options to release the pivot lock shoe and the spring holder. Can you identify the manufacturer if I send a photo?

[@dwcoffey]

Hi Joseph, with a photo, I might be able to help. My email address is [e-mail] Thanks for watching!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Joseph!

[@abigail2450]

THANK YOU!! my window wouldn't stay open on its own and fell out while I was cleaning the sill, this video fixed my problem!!!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thank you for watching, Abigail!

[@RaymondEck]

Thank you - great video and I have been able to order the parts I need to fix my favorite broken window.

[@dwcoffey]

Great, I hope everything goes well! Thanks for watching, Raymond!

[@donkyper2939]

Thanks Dennis! I had one that became brittle and was wondering why it was in a bind. Brittle as can be, so I am hoping to find a bunch for 'back-ups' due to the inevitability of the windows facing east doing the same sooner or later.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Don!

[@jdarmody1]

I'm hoping you can help me! My window is nearly identical to this one. My problem is that the window is stuck in the "shut" position so we cannot remove it in order to replace the spring. Can you give us any tips on how to get it out? It won't budge, so there's no way we can tip it out since it won't clear the bottom panel. Thanks!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm sorry this is a bit late, I hope you've gotten the window loose by now. I don't have any good ideas here, I wish I did. Chance are pretty good that part of the pivot lock shoe has jammed in the channel (they have a lot of plastic bits), although I'm not ever a fan of 'forcing' things, you could try to force it open, but may end up damaging something else.

[@growthinmygarden5221]

This was exactly the video we needed to watch today. Thanks for putting it together.

[@dwcoffey]

That's great! Thank you so much for watching!

[@johnbowman5363]

Amen!

[@jimmypalmisano9116]

Thanks buddy, I just installed 7 of these types of new windows, but 2 of them are having a issue, when I slide the sash up the spring I believe doesn't unlock properly and then it shoots up with a loud noise, I think I can fix it now, I hope

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Jimmy!

[@Bethaniji]

What about wooden windows? Do you have any videos on how to repair/replace wooded window pivot lock shoes?

[@dwcoffey]

I'm very sorry, but I do not. Thank you for watching!

[@jeffkasken3882]

Enjoyed your video. I have Pennco windows,ever hear of them ? Can’t find parts anywhere, yes I tried Swisco,no luck. Was closing my window the other day and sounded like a spring broke or came disconnected. Shoes are in the bottom of the sash, can’t see where these come apart at. Window won’t stay open, any help ?? Thanks.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Jeff! I am not familiar with Pennco windows so I'm not much help there. I get my window hardware at : www.dkhardware.com It might be worth checking them out.

[@ronronzini7977]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Clear and concise explanation! I was ready to order replacement windows, but you saved the day!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Ron! I was in the same boat....decided to tear into one of these windows and dug around online until I found replacement parts. Sure saved a ton of money and mess! I'm glad this helped you!

[@terrybroach8958]

Just the video I needed. Thank you, Dennis. Excellent presentation.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Terry! I'm glad it helped!

[@johnhouli3450]

Dennis is there a way to fix the condensation between the panes

[@dwcoffey]

Not an easy way :) The IGU (Insulated Glass Unit) is usually vacuum sealed and filled with argon. Some folks will cut the IGU open, around the edges, clean the inside and seal it together with caulk, but the problem will usually return. I've got a few that I need to replace. I'm going to take them out, give them to a window shop and have them rebuild the IGU, then I'll replace with the rebuilt ones.

[@WalterRexAndSofie]

Your video just saved me a LOT of frustration. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Awesome! Thank you for watching!

[@meganlipp3603]

I will be able to fix my windows!! Thank you for the clear instructions!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Megan!

[@bfielder100]

Thank you so much for posting this! I fixed my window and less than 10 minutes.

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! Thanks for watching!

[@nancyohannessian646]

You are awesome! Just saved myself a lot of money. You are an excellent, excellent instructor. Thank you

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Nancy! I appreciate you watching!

[@topherd1011]

Question… is it possible to replace those tilt switches? The plastic snapped off one of my tilt switches!! Is it a replaceable part or do I have to get the entire window reframed? Thank you in advance!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! I have not been able to find the right tilt catches for my windows.

[@heatherthyne2307]

This was very helpful. The only missing information I could see was whether or not the right pivot shoe and left pivot shoe were interchangeable. The only thing I could do was to watch the direction of the pivot and since the "unlocked" position pivoted the proper way when in my mind I pivoted the sash up from horizontal to vertical, they was actually not a "right" and "left" pivot shoe.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Heather! On my windows, the left and right pivot shoe are the same.

[@heatherthyne2307]

@@dwcoffey Thanks again -- DON"T take this down! I ended up having to re-review this since whilst cleaning my windows and installing a new screen, the bottom sash moved and popped out! Knowing this was here, I searched and found in my "history" and re-inserted the sash. Would have been a cold, wet overnight in our bedroom otherwise!

[@heatherthyne2307]

@@dwcoffey Oh, and sometimes Amazon doesn't have the right parts - and there's no one to assist. I have used "all about doors and windows" store online, and once I was looking for parts for my storm door latch/knob and on the phone and via email or message/chat, I sent photos of the mechanism and they told me what to order. A great resource for people who don't know what to order. They also have the specialty window locks, and deadbolts, knob-sets, etc. Used them for the window latches for my double hung wood windows in a previous residence which were not available on amazon or HD.

[@michaelteti5148]

thank you for this explanation.amazing how simple things can be once you have someone like you to explain it.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Michael!

[@Adam20231]

Great video. Thank you! Giving the correct terminology of what I need to buy was very helpful!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Adam!

[@rogerdow3688]

Excellent video! What is the name of the name of the replacement parts company you mention in your video? Thanks

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Roger! I found my parts are DK Hardware, online. www.dkhardware.com

[@rogerdow3688]

@@dwcoffey Thank you, Dennis. I will check them out!

[@Hullified]

I have a love/hate relationship with KZbin. This video is the love part.

[@dwcoffey]

I love this comment too! Thank you so much for watching!

[@waynebullock4918]

Thaaaank you, Dennis! You are thorough in addressing the details. Adjusting the cam on the tilt carrier was essential.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Wayne! I'm glad this helped!

[@vanstevens1968]

HELP....Can you tell tell me how to fix a double hung vinyl window that is "sticking". I have to really pull very hard to get it open. I wondered if i can just spray wd 40 on the "spring" but I want to be sure first.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Van! It's hard to say without seeing the window. Some are built a bit different. I doubt spraying WD40 will help for long, maybe temporarily. Could be a cracked pulley on the weight spring line, possibly somethingin t he track binding the sash.

[@dumplingpu]

This is super useful video! Would you also let me know what’s the window balance part numbe? I need to replace the entire thing as the plastic parts all too old. Thanks!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! I'll need to know your window model number.

[@mikek6792]

You did an outstanding job

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Mike! I appreciate you watching!

[@CarRepairsMadeSimple]

This was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@robertcolandrea2507]

Pls help!!! Need balance like in your video for vinyl window not block and tackle mine measuring 29” top to bottom of medley. Pls advise

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Robert! Try these folks: www.dkhardware.com/

[@alexanderriveratoro886]

I had been looking for this information for days. Thanks!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching Alexander! I'm glad this was helpful.

[@markhanley9776]

Nice video! Thanks for the help with my jammed window!!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped, Mark! Thank you for watching!

[@donniecorrigan8519]

Great explanation, will help a lot of people!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Donnie!

[@vetrivelthunai]

Does the closed cam shoe fit the window with the open cam shoe? I will have to change the balance also for my windows. Does the higher weight balance preferred over the light-weighted windows? The stamp on my window balance is 26-7. Please advise.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! I don't think you can interchange the open cam shoe with the closed cam shoe. Added weight on the balance would be a personal preference, but I would be concerned about changing the factory weight. The window may not perform well when changing the weights.

[@khandam7709]

thank you so much!!!! I finally know how these windows work!!!!!! you are a life saver.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad this helped!

[@mae2759]

Dennis! Any advice on fixing/replacing the tab on the top of the sash that we pull in to tilt the window out? My one window goes up and down fine, but it wants to fall right out of the frame. The tabs that hold it in the frame won't engage.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! You'll have to determine which parts fit your windows, but Look here to find the parts you need: www.dkhardware.com/search?keyword=vinyl%20sash%20latch

[@ihrescue]

Excellent job of presenting this repair.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Michael!

[@trankt54155]

High mechanical stress part like that and they made it out of plastics....no wonder they call it vinyl window.......I am lucky that I have old double-pane NuSash windows that were made mostly of metal (aluminum)....excellent video to show folks how that spring mechanism works.

[@dwcoffey]

I agree! Thanks for watching!

[@nerdy116]

awesome video. Now I know what part to order and fix my window.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad it helped!

[@ldouglasnpg]

Very Helpful and appreciative for your excellent video best I've seen.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@mitchgriffin1227]

Where do I find new parts like side springs and bottom pins?

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Mitch! Here's where I get most of my supplies: DK Hardware : www.dkhardware.com

[@1987Hodgens]

That is the exact window I have with the exact same problem. Now that I have watched your video I feel confident that I can fix it. Is there a way to replace the lock on the side that allows you to tilt the sash as that's broken also? Thanks for an excellent video!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Rick! Those catches are replaceable. I'll try to get a video made showing how to do that soon.

[@marvinarriola8291]

Great vidio,exactly what I was looking for to fix my window,thank you so much..peace&blessing!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Marvin!

[@MuzicForSoul]

Thanks, u saved headaches and frustration.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thank you for watching!

[@jones2277]

my window slams down. how do you repair the restraint mechanism?

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! Usually the failure occurs with these pivot lock shoes. If that isn't the problem, check to see if the string in the spring mechanism is not broken. If it is, you need a new string. If it isn't, the spring may be broken. The string, spring and clips are all in the piece that connects to this pivot lock shoe. I'll try to do a video soon showing how to repair/replace the spring.

[@jones2277]

@@dwcoffey thanks!

[@KimboesliceKnockOut]

I absolutely love this video, thank you so much for sharing this with us all. God bless you too sir.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!!