Date:         Tue, 8 Jun 2021 19:00:57 -0700
Reply-To:     Alistair Bell <albell@SHAW.CA>
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From:         Alistair Bell <albell@SHAW.CA>
Subject:      Re: Slider window catch info
Comments: To: Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net>
In-Reply-To:  <4B79408D-D5D5-4396-A854-6F0D8EF3836C@comcast.net>
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Eric,

While I have slider windows and latches sitting here in the barn, and I’ve taken them apart a few times over the years, I can’t give you a definite answer right now.

But if I was forced to guess, I’d say you’re right about the plastic/rubber gasket being worn out.

Can you get replacement for that?  I don’t know, hope others work chime in 

Ab

> On Jun 8, 2021, at 6:48 PM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> Hi folks,
> 
> So, years ago this list helped me tighten up my slider door window catch.  Today I went to address it again as it is loose.
> 
> I took off the inner part using a nifty bent flat head screw driver I got from a free box a few years ago.  It was perfect for the job.  It is set up so the flat heads are in different orientation and bus works with the window.  
> 
> But, when I exposed the two screws holding the catch to the window I found they could not be tightened enough to stop movement.  
> 
> I plan to cut a rubber gasket to shim up the old one.  I’m guessing it has lost some thickness over time. 
> 
> The outer piece easily came out.  It looks like there might have been some type of adhesive there at one time.
> 
> Anyone have some recommendations for me on re assembly so that it will tighten and have a good seal? 
> 
> Just checking in as just putting in the rubber shim is all I currently plan to do.  I am not sure about an outer gasket or .
> sealant.
> 
> Tips appreciated.
> 
> Eric Caron