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This drawing is great! but there is still a bit of detail that is missing so I guessed at them. I have drawn this and would also like to make a dxf file so it could be cut. Does anybody who made this version know if the 3 highlighted dimensions are close or if they even matter?

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And the other version. Any ideas on the highlighted dimensions? I took a guess. I can create dxf files for both and have them as a 1:1 pdf so if printed on 11x17 they can be a pattern if I knew the dimensions were right.

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After looking carefully at the installation photos, I made some assumptions and here are the 2 different plates. For each there is (1) a pdf that is 1:1 if printed on 11x17 paper. It could be used as a pattern (2) a jpg picture that has all the dimensions.

And I have a dxf file for each. I wanted to attach but it is not a valid file type. PM me if you would like the .dxf file. For those that can use this it is scaled 1:1 and shown next to an empty "A" size border. This could be cut on plasma, laser, water jet, etc. I make no promises that either of these is right, only that these are the given dimensions with my assumptions. I show 1/8 holes for the motor. One place showed drilled and tapped 1/4-20 so that is what the drawing shows. Looks like most drill these out and use bolts with nylock nuts. The holes shown give you a place to drill based on what the other drawings show. If you want to do these holes all yourself, whoever uses the dxf can pretty easily remove these before cutting.

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Nice work! Have you got any cut yet? How do they fit?

Not sure if it works on this message board, but I've seen people rename files to get them to upload something like REGPLATETYPE2DXF.pdf basically change the filename where the guy that downloads it needs to change the filename to get it to work.

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This is a down-the-road project. I had a little down time and saw these and thought, I could create these. I also realized after I posted that the Type 1 could be dimensioned more simply if it was turned. Still the same pdf pattern and dxf. If someone tries one of them before I get to this, and it needs a tweak, just let me know.

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If you start to make them let us know so we can buy them from you.

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I was checking what thickness these were made out of. I think the original one say they were cut from 1/8 and I notice your drawing has 3/16.

Can anyone comment on 1/8 vs 3/16?

I have had the original drawing saved since it was first posted. Not sure why it fascinates me so much. I don't really want power(only) windows. But, always thought I 'd build a set.

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I made mine out of 1/8” thick plate steel.

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For those of you looking for the window motors at your local puul a part yard:
Dorman 742-142 and 742-143
They were used on '84 -'09 GM and '96-'00 '05-'08 Isuzu

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I believe any motor with a 9-tooth gear should work.

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70Stovebolt,
Not sure about the 9 tooth motor. I just was going by what bonnieclyde100 did to make his work. I did have some Toyota window motors that I tried to use. The issue I ran into was that the motor gear was not tall enough to engage the window arm gear. So that is where I think the difference lies and the ones he used have a taller motor gear.

I'm also working on making some window switches using the old window crank handle. I think I have it all worked out and will be posting a DIY once I make sure everything works the way it is suppose to. :metal:

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I don't remember the part number of the motors I used, they were new GM motors, I just remember they had a 9-tooth drive gear. If I can find the part numbers, I will post them. Looking forward to the DIY on the switches.

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One question I have is when you assemble the motor to the regulator arm is it at a direct 90 degrees or is there a different angle I should shoot for?

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I made mine using a 90 degree angle.

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Thanks, looking at the pictures that is what thought but wanted to be sure. Second question, when you weld the motor plate to the assembly did you weld it inline with the arms pivot point or is it offset some?
Thanks

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I welded it in line.

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Ok thanks. That is what I thought when I laid it out but wanted to be sure. I already need to cut one apart as I welded the armature gear upside down. :devil:

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Well I got my set finally done. Used this thread for the key dimensions and my design. I tried to simplify the design as much as possible. Below is the link to my thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829693

Thanks to those above that helped out on this upgrade. :metal:

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Sorry if this was said and I missed it, but what stops the window at the top and bottom? Or do you just control the switch?

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The window track inside the door.

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this guy has some good info on wiring windows
https://youtu.be/Avo_35OUCPM?si=lT4_IjGa9DIRTM1r

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I am offering These plates if anyone wants for $10.00 +shipping.
There are two types. And I don't do the small holes for adjustability.PM me with what
type.

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Sorry to have to bring this up again, but when you mounted the motors and did all the mods, did you reinstall the spring? Mine is 1/2 a rotation further around than when the regulators were original, which would put one heck of a load on the window. Di you leave the springs off or can they be left off?

I can probably cut and modify the spring to fit, but if I can avoid that, all the better.

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I left the spring on.

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Watched a YouTube video recently by FoothillPaintFabrication, and he put the spring back on. Felt it worked better with it. On a 1965 Malibu, but same theory of adapting power motor.

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Thanks. I will try to use it.