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I am looking to replace my windows in my bedrooms. Right now, it looks like
there is the original
aluminum window on the inside and on the outside, it looks like a white vinyl
window was installed,
almost like a cap that has sliding windows on it. Please look at the pics and
see if you can make
heads or tales of what I got.

Interior pics:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...nterior1-1.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e.../interior2.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e.../interior3.jpg

Exterior pic:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...3/exterior.jpg

I was going to buy replacement windows but my friend said new construction
windows are better. If I
were to get new construction windows, my he said to get it a little bigger.
But, what does that
mean? How much bigger? If I want to keep the existing j-channel siding trim, is
it possible to get
the exact size for the new construction windows?

My window sizes are as follows (this is the exact interior measuremnets from
side to side:

46" (w) x 39 1/2" (h)
34" (w) x 39 1/2" (h)


I think new construction windows have a lip, which will make it more difficult to
install. It looks pretty simple. The best way is to rip one window out
so you can see the exact demensions needed. Just order them
and give the exact cutout size and make sure its 1/4 inch smaller measuring
the replacement assembly. You may need a small amount of
fill, be it wood , aluminum, or vinal. Always stuff spaces with insulation.
Shop around.

greg