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grs	06-13-2011 10:45 PM

vent window handle kit.

Are LMC's vent window handle kits any good? Will they last a long time? And are they hard to install?

blakeduren

06-14-2011 09:12 AM

Re: vent window handle kit.

I have been happy with them. Purchased several years back, holding up well.

grs	06-14-2011 11:41 AM

Re: vent window handle kit.

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Originally Posted by blakeduren (Post 4734489)

I have been happy with them. Purchased several years back, holding up well.

How easy are they to install?

blakeduren

06-14-2011 04:44 PM

Re: vent window handle kit.

Pretty straight forward once you get into it. It has a good exploded diagram that comes with it. Several gasket options included for different years of truck. I think I remember the roll pin they send is really long and they tell you to cut it to length, but I think I just used the stock one in it's place. Also, I like to use some loc-tite on the main center bolt holding the non-handle part together.

grs	06-14-2011 06:38 PM

Re: vent window handle kit.

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Originally Posted by blakeduren (Post 4735106)

Someone caulked the left vent window shut. He had 2 pennies on the latch to keep it tight. I got it open, and the vent window works, so I will order a handle kit. I also have to buy a very small punch.

kevinr1970

06-15-2011 01:34 PM

Re: vent window handle kit.

I did mine a few years back but don't remember anything too difficult.
For $14 (at least at the time I bought the kit), it was worth it to cut out the wind noise, even if they only last a few years?

grs	06-15-2011 08:03 PM

Re: vent window handle kit.

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Originally Posted by kevinr1970 (Post 4736711)

I did mine a few years back but don't remember anything too difficult.
For $14 (at least at the time I bought the kit), it was worth it to cut out the wind noise, even if they only last a few years?

I bought a handle kit from LMC. Mey have it Friday.

grs	06-17-2011 05:48 PM

Re: vent window handle kit.

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Originally Posted by blakeduren (Post 4735106)

I got my handle kit from LMC today. The instructions say parts in package A are is used in certain years, and parts in the bag marked B are used in certain years. All the parts are in one bag that is not marked A or B. I guess I just have to be careful when I take the old one apart to see what parts I need to use. I will also call LMC, and ask them. Just thought I would let you know.

blakeduren

06-18-2011 08:53 AM

Re: vent window handle kit.

I think it is just the thickness of glass used...
you will figure it out.

grs	06-18-2011 01:24 PM

Re: vent window handle kit.

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Originally Posted by blakeduren (Post 4741919)

I think it is just the thickness of glass used...
you will figure it out.

I agree. If the glass is thicker I believe I should use the thinner rubber. I got the left one fixed . I then used the incorrect rubber pieces on the other one. I think it will work too. It is just a little loose.

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