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Power Window Sources??
I've found 2 sources: Specialty Power Windows (universal kit) or Electric-Life.
The info I've found via 'search' was limited. Anyone care to share their experiences w/either of the above products?
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Scoti I`ll be watching this as well, I did run across this...http://www.a1electric.com/spal.htm
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Specialty power windows are the best kit out there very complete and we have been
using for years at our shop.On top of that we are a dealer and have them in stock and we have some good prices on them for truck board members. Justin |
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Agree with the SPW windows and products. We are not dealers for their products but they are top flight. We have installed their window kits and wiper kits on these years. All quality and they are very nice people.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Any concerns w/the installs? Specific PITA items?
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Re: Power Window Sources??
I have electric life in my truck. They are ok. I didn't like the fact that I had to drill holes at the bottom of my doors. It wasn't a biggie seeing I had the Rod Doors door panels. Other then that they work just fine.
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1955-1963 Truck Front Door Power Window Kit, Trucks With Vent Windows, Switches ...
Price: $375.88 ![]() http://www.bobschevytrucks.com/1955-...with-vent.html And here: 1955 - 1966 (Specify Year) Power Window Kit - Partial Kit does not include switches, wire harness or flexible wire conduits. http://jimschevroletparts.com/uploads/55-66Truck.pdf http://www.a1electric.com/catalog/cat_chevtruck.htm http://www.thehoffmangroup.com/autol...c=powerwindows Also look here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3768123
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Re: Power Window Sources??
I just went to the Specialty power windows site but didn't see an application for 60-66 chevy trucks. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ELI-GM103-0065-K/ I think mine came with Bocsh motors. Also they are only $251 without switches though.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
SCOTI......I have the Electric life kit for 64-66. I pulled it out to get ready for the install and noticed that one mounting screw is supposed to be drilled thru the door below the door panel!!! I used the guide to confirm!!???(WTF??)
I got sidetracked on my BBC install and didnt get to putting them in, but the kit may mount fine without the one screw as the other 3 screws create what appears to be a stable trianglular mounting area, IMO.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Good info guys. I definitely don't want to drill any extra holes & would prefer something along the lines of a direct swap if possible (I've got enough projects already
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Try Nu-Relics. They make a bolt in kit for 64-66 chevy trucks (may have ealier models too). Uses GM motors and stock apearing linkages. Nice quality parts, not cheap, but bolt-in. I had a set but opted for the generic rail style for one piece glass installation.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
It indicates the complete package. I'm guessing the window crank switch 'option' could possibly alter the price. I plan to call & verify....
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Re: Power Window Sources??
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All prices are subject to change without notification Our Newest Product - NU-CRANKS Use your original crank handles ° $89.00 each ($178.00 pair) ° Wire Harness $30.00 pair ![]() |
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Re: Power Window Sources??
http://www.billstruckshop.com/Catalo...F%20Master.pdf
Page 28 I think. They are showing a kit for both door styles(60-63 &64-66) @ $495. Siemens motors on original style regulators. And there is the option to use the original cranks as controllers. |
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Re: Power Window Sources??
"Then I could wire in a separate hidden switch to control the pass side from the drivers seat"
That would be the most demanded feature of that setup. I wonder if they have the wiring and switch setup for it already? |
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Re: Power Window Sources??
Has anyone tried retro fitting power window units from 70's/80's chevy truck/suburban into one of our trucks?
Any reason why it wouldn't work? |
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Re: Power Window Sources??
I'm retrofitting my stock regulators with cadillac motors. I originally used chevy astro motors, but the cadillac motors are smaller. I have not installed in truck yet , but they work.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
I've seen a couple of jobs done w/the astro set-ups but you have to work through the 'issues' which is kind of like a project. The caddy motors or maybe late model f-body stuff might be smaller & work better but I still would have the 'project issues' factor.
I'm wanting something that has brand new regulators & power motors that simply requires removing the original manual regulators (cause they're already out) & bolting the pwr stuff directly back in place. No drilling, no fabbing... On this project, I want to move forward & will pay to do so in order to keep my focus elsewhere.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
I am in the process of installing one piece windows in a 66. I am using specialty power kit and auto loc switches which uses the crank like the other kit. The power kit is great only one cut to the track and two hole behind the panel and that was it. The switches mount nicely and auto loc makes a kit to control the passenger side from the driver side crank. Its just a push button switch and like 5 relays. I didnt go that route yet but I am starting to think I might.
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Re: Power Window Sources??
I will try tomorrow. We did the driver side today and I forgot the camera. I know I was rushing out of the house. We are doing the passenger side tomorrow so hopefully i remember the camera. I will also get pics of the finished drivers door for you
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