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   Guest_ | Jul 18, 2000 05:16am | #1

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   I don't think I'd buy a product of that nature that doesn't come with installation instructions...

   Moreover, most building supply manufacturers warrant their products only if properly installed.

   So I'm not gonna guess on how to install them.

   Sorry, Steve

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   Guest_ | Jul 18, 2000 05:26am | #2

   *So far you're pretty much assuming right. Let's start at the begining.....what kinda windows are in there now? Older replacements, or old double hung with all the stops? Work from the inside, and if an older double hung, remove the window stop that holds in the bottom window. The stop is the piece of 1/2in. by 3/4 in. wood that runs from top to bottom and is set into a dado in the side jambs......this just go me thinking.....how did you measure if you're unsure how it fits in? Any way with the stop out take out the sashes and cords and weights. Seal the sash cord hole. Basically set the new unit tight against the back stop.....with Traco you'll have to slide down the little covers at the top and bottom(slide up) and drill for the side screws.Center, Plumb and Level the new unit. Insulate around the sides....minimal expanding foam isn't minimally expanding and slide up the cap. Screw just enough to hold her, not enough to pull her apart! Replace or make new stop for the inside. Caulk the inside and outside, and I think I'm done. I got tired of typing halfway thru....anyone see anything I missed? Just installed a Traco last week....nice windows made right here in Pgh! Jeff....oh yeah, the metal shimming things on the sides, ya tighten them with the screw and I think it's suppose to hold it in...I don't trust them...I think they put the screw covers on for people like me...why else would they give ya screws? Jeff

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   Lonnie_C | Jul 19, 2000 04:05pm | #3

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   First to Steve: The windows were sold by a firm that deals only with contractors and I suppose they assume that everyone should know how to install their windows without instructions! That is why I posted the question in the first place!!!
   And to Jeff: The windows being replaced are single pane aluminum windows. The openings were measured by the window distributor so I hope he knew what he was doing!
   Anyway, it seems like you and I are on the same track.
   Thanks for the information.

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   Guest_ | Jul 20, 2000 02:08am | #4

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   Lonnie, my apologies for being less than helpful. What I really intended to say is that perhaps the supplier or manufacturer could furnish you with installation instructions. When my supplier has not had installation information available, I've gone directly to the manufacturer and never had a problem getting the info I need.

   Jeff's advice sounds good to me, and he speaks from experience, so I'm glad you received some assistance.

   Cordially, Steve

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   Jeff_J. | Jul 20, 2000 03:44am | #5

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   If the aluminum windows are new const. type(nailing flange) ya gotta rip them out from the outside. Traco's can be ordered with or without the nailing flange. If the old ones had the flanges, the new could use them, or if the new don't have the flanges, just add an outside and inside stop as needed. If the aluminium windows are replacement type(no flanges) just unscrew them and pop in the new ones from the inside. The rep probably sent the right one's for the job! Let us know how it goes. Jeff....and there's always the #800 on the big Traco sticker!

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   Lonnie_C | Jul 20, 2000 03:44am | #6

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   I need to install some replacement windows and would like to know the best method. They are Traco double hung vinyls which have a "sliding cap" on top which I believe to be some sort of extension for filling the gap at the top.
   I assume that this "cap" gets nailed or screwed to the top of the rough opening, with the window placed level on the sill. Do the sides get pre-drilled and then screwed to the studs on either side. It looks like the windows have a "shimming" arrangement to keep from springing the windows. And then I suppose you just finish trimming the windows out.
   Is this correct? Any suggestions??
   Thanks in advance.