Drop-Down Windows serve as "feed-door" and window combined! Top-latch handle opens from outside, hinged at bottom. "T-slider" style lower glass panel allows screened ventilation with window in upright-closed position.
I would like to add some drop down bars to so that the horses can have some more air flow.
I've done several searches and can't find a source for them. Anyone have some handy links or maybe a better search term than what I have been using?
Posted 2009-07-27 1:43 PM (#108606 - in reply to #108604) Subject: RE: Drop down window bars - after market
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I would contact Featherlite first, see if they could help, give them the serial number, they should be able to "match something"... Here's some other drop down windows...
Posted 2009-07-28 9:28 AM (#108659 - in reply to #108604) Subject: RE: Drop down window bars - after market
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A few years ago we purchased a used trailer that had window mounted bars. One window's bars were badly bent, a second was slightly damaged. I took them both to a welder, who easily fixed the one that was less damaged. He determined that it would be easier to fabricate a new one, than rebuild the bent and broken assembly. I picked up some materials, cut them to length and dropped them off. In less than 1/2 an hour he had the new one built. Total cost for his labour was $35 for both.
If you know a welder, he should be able to custom make some bars for your windows. The fixed ones are much easier to fabricate than the drop down type. You might also consider using stainless materials instead of aluminum.
We've had them in all summer and hauled almost every other day, they're still going strong. Our horses only lightly touch them with their noses, but haven't caused any damage. They're also easy to undo with the velcro closures.