I am in the process of completely rebuilding the window components on my 65 and was wondering if anyone has installed the universal power window kit on your truck.

I'm replacing all the window gear. anti rattle kit, new window regulator and door latch, vent window seals, the works.. bascially, everything inside the door will be new. Even got the new panels coming..

I also have the power window kit but looking at how it installs, it looks designed to work on the inside panel of late model cars. the thing actually wraps around the window handle spindle and turns it...

The whole mechanism normally fits behind the door panel, but with my truck there is no room. Hell, nothing more than the window spindle sticks out..

I was thinking about perhaps adding some spacers to the window regulator so that the spindle actually sits inside the door then mounting the power window unit it to it all concealed in the metal..

any thoughts?

I may just stick with the manual window cranks since it's all new anyway.. and will no doubt work great..

Matt

 

The manual cranks do work very nicely when they're new/rebuilt...almost too nice to add power.

 

I used the kit from A1 Electric. They have adapted it using the original type window crank so it just bolts into the original holes and works exactly like the original. All is behind the door panel. It is nice not to have to reach across the cab to roll up the windows.

Electric Life Power Window Kits

 

About 8 years ago I installed one from A1 electric also. Never had a problem.
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I bought the new window regulators AND the power window kit from LMC. But after seeing your posts, checked out A1. Now that looks much better..

I ordered the A1 kit and will send everything else back!

Hope it gets here before the weekend so I'll have something to work on.




Thanks guys.

Matt

 

These are also a nice option. They make switches to go with that allow your manual window crank to act as the switch...just press up or down. Has the original look but they are direct bolt in made for our trucks. Universal kits always have some sort of problems.

Nu-Relics Power Windows

 

Nice but rather pricey, when you can get the other kit bookmarked above with switches that work with the crank handles, the same way for the 61-66 truck for half as much! The only easier part is that the switch is part of the unit, but definitely not worth paying twice as much. You then have to add a remote switch on the driver side so you can open and close both from the driver seat. What happens when the switch fails in time, do you replace the whole unit? That could get pricey in the long run.

 

A1 Kit= $250 (regulator kit) + $240 (ford spline switches @ $120 each) + wiring (not easily found on website)= $490 without wiring or recommended relay!

Nu Relic complete kit with NuCranks $583. No guessing on what is needed.

Don't know how that equals half, but everybody is entitled to an opinion. Not sure where you got that the switches are built in, they are separate components. If you like the look of a new truck, then the button switches are great. I was suggesting this for someone wanting true to original look, not someone who is too lazy to reach across their truck to touch a switch. Next time do the diggin' before you go doggin'

 

Personally I am a near purist, so I don't want to modify at all. For those who want the power option, I would suggest looking at resto switches from Golden Rodtronics. They do what the Nu-Power switches do, plus you tap twice to roll down the passenger window.

 

To much hostility in this thread, I'm done looking at it, or suggesting alternate sites for parts.

 

over at Slick60 there is an article on turning the original regulators into electric. I did mine for 20 dollars not including switches.

 

some where in this forum there is athread about putting saturn ( 1999 back ) power window motors on stock regulators. check it out.

 

Wow are you seriously getting that cranky, this is a site to help each other out, it seems you need to spend a little quiet time! No one was "DOGGIN" you, get a grip! There are many ways to go that are much less expensive then what you propose., and each and every person on here has the right to do as they choose use what products they want. I am not putting you or Nu relic down, I really don;t care one way or the other! My choice is no power windows at all. I like the old way, but that is my choice! Seriously chill out!

 

I got rid of my wing windows and put 1 piece glass from bobs F100 parts and I bought my own power window kits from streamline hot rods. Was quite a job but has a clean smooth look to the pickup.

 

Yes Jetcopter, this site IS to help others out with information....accurate information. All I'm saying is if you have no experience with these kits, or have done no real research on what is available, then don't offer your 2cents based solely on price. Everyone knows how deep their own pockets are. Inaccurate info makes for a useless reference for those actually seeking the advice. I was merely offering another option for a fellow member. I am chilled out....God bless.