Ready to Tackle the Power Window Motors

[dart4forte]

Well, I got my new motors from Rock Auto and the restored switches so I'm ready to start on that project. Any suggestions before I begin?

 

[detmatt]

Don't hurt yourself! The factory service manual is very helpful for this project, do you have one?

 

[dart4forte]

No, unfortunately I dont

 

[polara71]

.... good luck. Keep us posted on progress and outcome

 

[1970cat]

the regulator springs are no joke. make sure the arms cant move before you pull the motor.

 

[Big_John]

I'm not sure what year car you have, but you might be able to download a service manual here: MyMopar - Mopar Forums & Information - Service Manuals

Parts manual: MyMopar - Mopar Forums & Information - Parts & Accessories Books

 

[65sporty]

I just did a motor gear kit in a 88 Dodge van and I always lock part of the regulator in the vise so it can't spring back and hurt you.

 

[dart4forte]

I was thinking of disabling the setup so I can just remove and replace the motors from inside the car

 

[commando1]

Am I missing something. I've lost count on the number of motors I've R&R'ed on Formals. Other than the gawd awful task of removing the door panels ( )
the motors themselves took only a few minutes. Never had to lock the regulators either.

I have zero experience with motors in other cars. Is it that big a difference?

 

[300rag]

Am I missing something. I've lost count on the number of motors I've R&R'ed on Formals. Other than the gawd awful task of removing the door panels ( )
the motors themselves took only a few minutes. Never had to lock the regulators either.

I have zero experience with motors in other cars. Is it that big a difference?

I'm no expert by any stretch. I didn't have to clamp either, but then again, I didn't know any better. I think with the window still in place and up all the way, the tension on the spring is reduced as well as having nowhere to unwind to. If the assembly is removed from the car the spring is compressed and ready to pop.

 

[rexus31]

I replaced the rear motors on my 'vert recently. With the windows in the up position, they didn't move. I wedged a 2x4 in there on the first one as insurance. I recommend supporting the regulators with something before removing the old motors just to be on the safe side.

 

[dart4forte]

I replaced the rear motors on my 'vert recently. With the windows in the up position, they didn't move. I wedged a 2x4 in there on the first one as insurance. I recommend supporting the regulators with something before removing the old motors just to be on the safe side.

I assume the motors came right out

 

[rexus31]

I assume the motors came right out

Yes. Getting the new motor in was tougher. It's a little difficult to get the motors clocked correctly for the bolt holes to line up.

This Past Weekend's Project...Never Again

 

[65sporty]

As long as you can access the bolts for the motor you don't need to remove the regulator. I like the idea the others have of running the window all the way up.

 

[commando1]

So, once the panels are off...
1. Disconnect the leads
2. Remove three bolts
3. Pop off the dead motor
4. Pop on the new motor
5. Attach three bolts
6. Connect leads
7. Figure out how to repair damaged panels where the clips are...

 

[65 500]

the regulator springs are no joke. make sure the arms cant move before you pull the motor.

I just did a motor gear kit in a 88 Dodge van and I always lock part of the regulator in the vise so it can't spring back and hurt you.

^^^
What these guys said.
Have you ever had stitches?