Retro-fit with dual pane? How'd that work out? I mean, did they do it themselves, after having found someone who'd make custom-sized dual pane lights? Or was that all done by a pro? Do you know if the wood was modified to make it work, or were they able to just put new glass in using the old slots?
I like the PVC idea -- seems like a really good way to keep crud out of the counterweight slot. Thanks for the tip.