Window regulator roller replacement

[tucsonjwt]

My 83 C20 needs the plastic rollers for the power window regulators replaced. They are riveted in place on the end of the regulator arms. Where can I get replacement rollers and how are they replaced? Can you just pry off the plastic roller from the rivet and snap on a new one, or does the rivet have to be drilled out. If the rivet has to come out, how is that removed and replaced?
My AC Delco power window replacement lasted only about 3 years. I think the stuck rollers overheated/overworked the window. I probably have to do both windows.
Thanks.

[Big Port Jimmy 6]

Drill it out and the new roller comes with a new brad. Jay

[tucsonjwt]

So, do you know where I can get this roller and rivet? How do I reinstall the rivet - special tool? Thanks.

[mbgmike]

We sell replacement rollers. $3.00 each or box of 25 for $25.00.

We sell most all window parts no matter how small.

[tucsonjwt]

Thanks for the information. Do you have any suggestions on how to remove and reinstall the rivet?

[mbgmike]

Originally Posted by tucsonjwt

Thanks for the information. Do you have any suggestions on how to remove and reinstall the rivet?

Remove just grind off the backside

To install oem style Get big hammer and punch

Or we sell the ones that you can bolt on.

[tucsonjwt]

Thanks. Is it possible to just pry off the nylon wheel and replace it? There seems to be enough wiggle room between the metal ball end of the rivet and the inside of the nylon wheel to pry it off, but I am reluctant to experiment without a replacement handy. I see that the nylon wheels are sold separately for some GM vehicles - so that got me thinking that I might be able to leave the rivet in place.

[mbgmike]

Originally Posted by tucsonjwt

Thanks. Is it possible to just pry off the nylon wheel and replace it? There seems to be enough wiggle room between the metal ball end of the rivet and the inside of the nylon wheel to pry it off, but I am reluctant to experiment without a replacement handy. I see that the nylon wheels are sold separately for some GM vehicles - so that got me thinking that I might be able to leave the rivet in place.

Their are wheels for specific vehicles cars and trucks some were two piece and some are one. The ones without a revit are not made to replace the ones using the old revit. They are made to use a new pin , usually plastic.
I am not an expert on all the options out their as these rollers are used by many mfgs through the years and their are all kinds of rollers. It may fit and work well, i don't know for sure. Ford did have a better idea on theirs with the c-clip to make replacement easier.

[tucsonjwt]

How can I order a box of 25 pieces for $25 from your website? I don't see a listing there. I think I will just get a handful and start to experiment. Thanks.

[mbgmike]

Originally Posted by tucsonjwt

How can I order a box of 25 pieces for $25 from your website? I don't see a listing there. I think I will just get a handful and start to experiment. Thanks.

We have not listed them on the site. We offer too many parts to get them all on there. We really need to split up and have more sites.

You can call the order in on Monday. If you want to buy a few, since your a member I can cut the price to $1.50 each . I assume you want the ones that revit on.
Mike

[tucsonjwt]

Thanks. I will call the order in Monday and say "Mike sent me"