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subtle71 · 01-28-2006, 01:01 PM

Guys, What a difference having the right parts makes. When I originally ordered my one piece windows kit from Brothers, I ordered the non-powered kit. Later I ordered a "ram" style power motor kit. Due to its design, it would not work as anticipated. I wound up calling Brothers and ordering the correct power window motors kit.

I have to admit that I really like the one piece kit when I originally installed it. But, when the windows were partically up or down, they had a little slack or play in the channels. Now that the correct power window motors have been installed I can honestly say that they work better than the stock ones on my 2005 Sierra. They do not have any slack in the channels! They move up and down rapidly. They are made by Electric Life. Perhaps they are a few dollars more, but as I have found, they are worth it!

**Palf70Step** · 01-28-2006, 01:12 PM

Man, I got to get well and we have to have another get together so I can see all this stuff on your truck. I agree that some things are just worth spending the money on for quality parts.

krue · 01-28-2006, 06:20 PM

We need to have another meet somewhere.

Striker169 · 01-28-2006, 07:33 PM

PIcs!

subtle71 · 01-29-2006, 12:45 AM

I'll post some pics next week once the billet switches are installed and the door panels are back on the doors. All we really lack is to finish covering the seat in the new leather. I am extremely pleased with how everything is turning out. I am glad the windows turned out perfect once power kit was installed. No slack in the channel = No rattles or wind noise!!! Yeah Brothers!

Dean

krue · 01-29-2006, 01:19 AM

See it, heck I wanna ride in it!

krazy_texan · 01-29-2006, 05:05 AM

yes we need another get together i know there is a show in vicksburg in march that i am going to be attending

krazy_texan · 01-29-2006, 05:06 AM

oh cant wait to see the truck either

krue · 01-29-2006, 12:20 PM

When in March?

*1969owner* · 01-29-2006, 12:51 PM

before april, after february.

subtle71 · 01-29-2006, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krazy_texan

yes we need another get together i know there is a show in vicksburg in march that i am going to be attending

krazy_texan,
Tell us more about this Vicksburg show! That's close enough. Should be a nice ride. Hopefully I will be able to make it. I have a couple of weekends already spoken for with work related shows in March.

chevy_fatman · 01-29-2006, 11:37 PM

Where are the pics at? you know we like'em

shifty · 02-24-2006, 07:11 PM

ok, ok, question: Does your power window kit come with a double-switch on the drivers side so you can roll down both windows at the same time? Also, are the switches like the switches in the new trucks with the auto-up/auto-down feature where you can tap it once and the window rolls all the way down? Just curious - I'm about to do a large parts order @ Brothers, I think (tax return), to get a few things I'm gonna need

You know, bed wood, one pc windows w/the Electric Life power motors like yours, solid rear window, all new full body bushings kit, left-hand front outer bumper support for power steering truck and new eyebrows for my '68 (which is needed badly)

Just curious before i get crazy and submit an order

fletch4x4 · 02-24-2006, 10:23 PM

fyi - the one piece window kits are backordered or at least mine has been for a few weeks. I ordered it when they had the special on it.

Just incase you need it right away

subtle71 · 02-25-2006, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shifty

ok, ok, question: Does your power window kit come with a double-switch on the drivers side so you can roll down both windows at the same time? Also, are the switches like the switches in the new trucks with the auto-up/auto-down feature where you can tap it once and the window rolls all the way down? Just curious - I'm about to do a large parts order @ Brothers, I think (tax return), to get a few things I'm gonna need

You know, bed wood, one pc windows w/the Electric Life power motors like yours, solid rear window, all new full body bushings kit, left-hand front outer bumper support for power steering truck and new eyebrows for my '68 (which is needed badly)

Just curious before i get crazy and submit an order

Shifty, To be honest with you I noticed that the kit came with switches but I had already chosen some billet style switches. I had originally planned on centrally locating the switches. When they were too deep to fit in the ash tray, I decided to place them in a trim panel below the seat.

shifty · 02-25-2006, 02:02 AM

i'm not rushing at this point, that's good info. damnit, i missed out on a special? ARRGGHH.

riden2low · 02-25-2006, 01:28 PM

I have to look for the web site but my switches for my windows, I can use the stock window crank handles. No one knows you have electric windows until they try rolling the window down. Pull up and they go up, push down, they go down. I know the buttons look a little cleaner and it lets everyone know that you have electric windows but I seen the switches at a Rod show and that was different.

subtle71 · 02-26-2006, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by riden2low

I have to look for the web site but my switches for my windows, I can use the stock window crank handles. No one knows you have electric windows until they try rolling the window down. Pull up and they go up, push down, they go down. I know the buttons look a little cleaner and it lets everyone know that you have electric windows but I seen the switches at a Rod show and that was different.

Here is a link to the switches you are talking about, they are by AutoLoc: http://autoloc.carshopinc.com/produc...6e467e7a984ea9

I originally wanted to use them, but decided to go for the cleaner look of nothing in that area. Hope this link helps!

chevyboy55 · 02-26-2006, 02:48 PM

My son & I put the Brothers one piece window kit in his 72. I was very pleased at how easy it was, also I called the help line with a question & talked to people that actually have installed the kits.

76bonanza · 02-26-2006, 02:57 PM

chevyboy55 the manual or powered kit? How does he like it?

chevyboy55 · 02-26-2006, 03:14 PM

Manual. He is just 17 & does not have the cash for the power. As far as liking them he does not know. It is all torn apart for body & paint (shaved stake pockets, shaved antenna,blazer tank with sidemarker fill,1pc windows,power door locks,relocated tailgate handle,had to replace a couple patch panels.)
He has spent all his paychecks so far. Join the club huh? Mike

shifty · 02-26-2006, 03:20 PM

... like father like son

01-28-2006, 01:01 PM	#1
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	One-piece windows, powered update! Guys, What a difference having the right parts makes. When I originally ordered my one piece windows kit from Brothers, I ordered the non-powered kit. Later I ordered a "ram" style power motor kit. Due to its design, it would not work as anticipated. I wound up calling Brothers and ordering the correct power window motors kit. I have to admit that I really like the one piece kit when I originally installed it. But, when the windows were partically up or down, they had a little slack or play in the channels. Now that the correct power window motors have been installed I can honestly say that they work better than the stock ones on my 2005 Sierra. They do not have any slack in the channels! They move up and down rapidly. They are made by Electric Life. Perhaps they are a few dollars more, but as I have found, they are worth it! __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

01-28-2006, 01:12 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,761	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! Man, I got to get well and we have to have another get together so I can see all this stuff on your truck. I agree that some things are just worth spending the money on for quality parts. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-28-2006, 06:20 PM	#3
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! We need to have another meet somewhere. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

01-28-2006, 07:33 PM	#4
Striker169 Car O'Holic Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin, Tx. Posts: 692	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! PIcs!

01-29-2006, 12:45 AM	#5
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! I'll post some pics next week once the billet switches are installed and the door panels are back on the doors. All we really lack is to finish covering the seat in the new leather. I am extremely pleased with how everything is turning out. I am glad the windows turned out perfect once power kit was installed. No slack in the channel = No rattles or wind noise!!! Yeah Brothers! Dean __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

01-29-2006, 01:19 AM	#6
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! See it, heck I wanna ride in it! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

01-29-2006, 05:05 AM	#7
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! yes we need another get together i know there is a show in vicksburg in march that i am going to be attending __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

01-29-2006, 05:06 AM	#8
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! oh cant wait to see the truck either __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

01-29-2006, 12:20 PM	#9
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! When in March? __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

01-29-2006, 12:51 PM	#10
1969owner Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: martin georgia Posts: 568	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! before april, after february.

01-29-2006, 11:37 PM	#12
chevy_fatman Where's my beer? Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: I live in the state of denial.... Posts: 5,621	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! Where are the pics at? you know we like'em __________________ Paul How do you make the invisible, visible?.........You take it away.

02-24-2006, 07:11 PM	#13
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! ok, ok, question: Does your power window kit come with a double-switch on the drivers side so you can roll down both windows at the same time? Also, are the switches like the switches in the new trucks with the auto-up/auto-down feature where you can tap it once and the window rolls all the way down? Just curious - I'm about to do a large parts order @ Brothers, I think (tax return), to get a few things I'm gonna need You know, bed wood, one pc windows w/the Electric Life power motors like yours, solid rear window, all new full body bushings kit, left-hand front outer bumper support for power steering truck and new eyebrows for my '68 (which is needed badly) Just curious before i get crazy and submit an order __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

02-24-2006, 10:23 PM	#14
fletch4x4 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central CT Posts: 237	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! fyi - the one piece window kits are backordered or at least mine has been for a few weeks. I ordered it when they had the special on it. Just incase you need it right away __________________ Bagged/Turbo 1970 GMC C-10 Crew Cab 1984 Chevy R-20

02-25-2006, 02:02 AM	#16
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! i'm not rushing at this point, that's good info. damnit, i missed out on a special? ARRGGHH. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

02-25-2006, 01:28 PM	#17
riden2low Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Portland OR. Posts: 86	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! I have to look for the web site but my switches for my windows, I can use the stock window crank handles. No one knows you have electric windows until they try rolling the window down. Pull up and they go up, push down, they go down. I know the buttons look a little cleaner and it lets everyone know that you have electric windows but I seen the switches at a Rod show and that was different. __________________ 68 Chevy short wide air cab 4/6 on the drop 327 small block Front disc Frame "c" sectioned Gaylord bed cover



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02-26-2006, 02:48 PM	#19
chevyboy55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Kelso,Wa Posts: 3,637	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! My son & I put the Brothers one piece window kit in his 72. I was very pleased at how easy it was, also I called the help line with a question & talked to people that actually have installed the kits.

02-26-2006, 02:57 PM	#20
76bonanza Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: St robert Mo Posts: 2,001	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! chevyboy55 the manual or powered kit? How does he like it? __________________ 1968 c10 lowered 3" 4" 355/Th400 built by Hatfield racing in joplin MO

02-26-2006, 03:14 PM	#21
chevyboy55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Kelso,Wa Posts: 3,637	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! Manual. He is just 17 & does not have the cash for the power. As far as liking them he does not know. It is all torn apart for body & paint (shaved stake pockets, shaved antenna,blazer tank with sidemarker fill,1pc windows,power door locks,relocated tailgate handle,had to replace a couple patch panels.) He has spent all his paychecks so far. Join the club huh? Mike

02-26-2006, 03:20 PM	#22
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: One-piece windows, powered update! ... like father like son __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

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