Conversion to Power Windows and Door Locks
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Conversion to Power Windows and Door Locks
Just wondering if anyone has ever installed power locks and windows in a ranger that started with manual locks/windows.
I'm thinking of doing it and was just wondering if someone has, and what problems they might have come across.
Thanks!
I'm thinking of doing it and was just wondering if someone has, and what problems they might have come across.
Thanks!
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Power locks I can possibly see upgrading to. But power windows...no way in heck. Part of the reason I bought my Ranger is because it is power nothing except steering and brakes. The more electrical stuff you put into something fairly vital like your windows, the more likely it will fail. You can try it, but IMO, I would highly advise against it, at least the windows part.
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Thanks, I will give that some thought. I figured the windows would be tougher then the locks.
Anyone know if I can just slap the parts in for the locks? or is this going to require purchasing new inner covers and locks?
Anyone know if I can just slap the parts in for the locks? or is this going to require purchasing new inner covers and locks?
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If you're not insistent on everything looking stuff, you may be better off going to car-toys or a similar place and having them install something like power door locks. Find a deal that include keyless entry and door lock actuators, I would think you could make it work for around $400 or so installed...? Doesn't hurt to call and ask 
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There are some good kits for doing this. Get a TRUCKIN magazine and check the advertisers. As for power windows failing, All my cars and most of my trucks for the last twenty years have had power windows and I have yet to have a failure. I did have a track replaced on my Ranger because of a noise (warranty), but it worked fine. Go for it.
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