window regulator recommendations
 

I'm converting my 85 silverado from power to manual windows. Are all the new regulators about the same quality?

Re: window regulator recommendations
 

I doubt there are more than 2-3 manufacturers. I have bought several regulators over the years for 69 pickup, 55 car, and now 82 pickup. Each was from a different vendor, but all worked just fine. I'd suggest a reputable company with a decent return policy, like LMC Truck, ClassicParts.com, or Brothers Trucks.

I just remembered this: Be sure to check with GMCPaul. He's a member here and has been selling truck parts for many years. I always heard good things about him on the 67-72 forums.

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I ended up ordering a set from Four Seasons, I'll post pictures when I get them. Thanks!

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Please post a link to their website. And when you get the parts, let us know what you think about their products and service. Thanks.

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I bought the 4 Seasons regulators and GoodMark crank handles from Summit Racing, everything looked, installed and works well.

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why are you going to manual, I,m wanting to go the other way, just curious

Re: window regulator recommendations
 

I see that the regulator is made in Taiwan. In my experience with a 55 car and 69 and 82 trucks, the Taiwanese make very nice parts. In fact, they're usually as good as or better than OE parts.

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I have always heard the wheels were too small, is that the case?

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I previously fixed a few issues with these power windows, only to have the harness from the motor to the switch develop a short. Thought about doing the LMC conversion, but I'm a low option guy, I like base cars/trucks with big engines.

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No, the rollers fit the tracks just as good as OEM. I've had real good results with parts made in Taiwan and Japan. Back in the eighties, I installed a lot of Japanese made wheel bearings, never had one fail. Can't say the same for the Chinese stuff though. The GoodMark handle in the picture is a very nice part, especially when you consider the $6. price tag, I'm ordering a couple of spares.

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Glad you found some nice parts.https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikiped...s-up-1.svg.png

Wish we had a simple "thumbs up" icon on this forum, but I did manage to find the one above on another site.