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SCOTI · 08-14-2003, 11:30 PM

I've got to replace the driver side non/pwr. window regulator on my 74. Any tips or tricks to make the job easier??

Russell · 08-15-2003, 12:40 AM

Thats the little switch right?

SCOTI · 08-15-2003, 11:23 AM

Nope. Non-power windows. The regulator looks like it's held in place w/4 bolts. I'm just trying to figure out any tricks to get the regulator out & make everything go easier upon re-assembly.

MattA · 08-15-2003, 11:33 AM

Scot, it is really not that difficult. You will want to tape the glass to the top of the window frame to keep it from falling. Once the regulator is loose just slide the guide rollers to the end of the guide to remove. Make sure you go ahead and lube the guides when the new one goes back in. Silicone spray works good in the felt run channels to make the glass go up easier also. You shouldn't have any problems.

matt

SCOTI · 08-16-2003, 09:12 PM

Matt, have you done this vintage before? I was going to ask you but figured you had worked on the newer stuff.... nothing this old.

MattA · 08-18-2003, 01:34 PM

It shouldn't be too much different. I can't imagine you getting in there and not being able to figure it out. Feel free to call or bring it by if you want.

matt

Jonboy · 08-18-2003, 04:48 PM

Scot,
you can practice on yours and then come by and put my doors together

SCOTI · 08-18-2003, 07:35 PM

Man.... I called the chevyhouse today, they get $100+tax for the regulator & I have to go down there & pay up front first. I guess that's better than the internet @ around $125 for genuine GM or $35 for aftermarket stuff.

My problem is.... I would want to replace them as a pair, you know, so they both work equally. I know, I'm a dork.

**N2TRUX** · 08-18-2003, 11:03 PM

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Originally posted by SCOTI
..... I would want to replace them as a pair, you know, so they both work equally. I know, I'm a dork.

Yeah, we know you are a dork, but that's another issue :p

I say go with the GM units regardless. I ordered some more stuff from LMC, and got the same mix of good and bad. The windshield washer bottle was made in Tiawan, but it looks pretty close to OEM. The stickers I ordered are official GM restoration parts, but they aren't the right ones. They are close, but not correct.

I say go with GM stuff. It cost more, and may not be perfect either, but it's better than the crap shoot you take when ordering from LMC...

08-14-2003, 11:30 PM	#1
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,132	Replacing window regulators I've got to replace the driver side non/pwr. window regulator on my 74. Any tips or tricks to make the job easier?? __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

08-15-2003, 12:40 AM	#2
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Thats the little switch right? __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

08-15-2003, 11:23 AM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,132	Nope. Non-power windows. The regulator looks like it's held in place w/4 bolts. I'm just trying to figure out any tricks to get the regulator out & make everything go easier upon re-assembly. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

08-16-2003, 09:12 PM	#5
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,132	Matt, have you done this vintage before? I was going to ask you but figured you had worked on the newer stuff.... nothing this old. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

08-18-2003, 04:48 PM	#7
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Scot, you can practice on yours and then come by and put my doors together __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

08-15-2003, 11:33 AM	#4
MattA Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Plano Posts: 83	Scot, it is really not that difficult. You will want to tape the glass to the top of the window frame to keep it from falling. Once the regulator is loose just slide the guide rollers to the end of the guide to remove. Make sure you go ahead and lube the guides when the new one goes back in. Silicone spray works good in the felt run channels to make the glass go up easier also. You shouldn't have any problems. matt

08-18-2003, 01:34 PM	#6
MattA Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Plano Posts: 83	It shouldn't be too much different. I can't imagine you getting in there and not being able to figure it out. Feel free to call or bring it by if you want. matt

08-18-2003, 07:35 PM	#8
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,132	Man.... I called the chevyhouse today, they get $100+tax for the regulator & I have to go down there & pay up front first. I guess that's better than the internet @ around $125 for genuine GM or $35 for aftermarket stuff. My problem is.... I would want to replace them as a pair, you know, so they both work equally. I know, I'm a dork. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

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