manual windows 2 power
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manual windows 2 power
Ok, so i just bought a 2007 f150 stx...however it has manual locks and windows...i'd like to convert it to power windows and locks, what all does that entail? gutting a ford that has those options for the motor, solenoid and door panel? will the wiring connections already be there? or will i have to create them? all info is appreciated!
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I'd like to know more about how you did the installation.
Where did you order the parts? Cost?
About how long will it take to install?
Are the switches on the door the same as the factory ones?
thanks
Where did you order the parts? Cost?
About how long will it take to install?
Are the switches on the door the same as the factory ones?
thanks
Last edited by taxiapple; Jun 19, 2007 at 09:35 AM.
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For the parts if you want the least expensive you can try this website.
http://autodax.com/catalog/plist.php?pCat=1&psorted=alph
If you want to spend more there are oem type units out there.
I did the windows and locks on 2 doors easily in one day. The second door goes much faster. I think running the wires took more time than the door.
I put the window switches on the dash on either side of the lighter. The lock switch I put where the useless coin holder was. This way they can be reached from either front seat. One thing to be aware of is that if you go non-oem the window will open and close slowly. I think it is because of the number of turns they require for full travel.
http://autodax.com/catalog/plist.php?pCat=1&psorted=alph
If you want to spend more there are oem type units out there.
I did the windows and locks on 2 doors easily in one day. The second door goes much faster. I think running the wires took more time than the door.
I put the window switches on the dash on either side of the lighter. The lock switch I put where the useless coin holder was. This way they can be reached from either front seat. One thing to be aware of is that if you go non-oem the window will open and close slowly. I think it is because of the number of turns they require for full travel.
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I did it myself and have had no problems with the install at all. I along with many others got their parts from http://www.a1electric.com/
They have a great selection from universal kits to actualy kits made specifically for your vehicle.
All in all it took me about a day to do the install but i was definitely not in a rush....I might suggest something while your doing it though....
Replace the stock speakers considering you will have to remove the speaker anyway to get the door panel off...and the hole where your window crank was.....What I did was get a pair of surface mount tweeters and mounted them right over the hole...kind makes it look like thats what actually goes there.
They have a great selection from universal kits to actualy kits made specifically for your vehicle.
All in all it took me about a day to do the install but i was definitely not in a rush....I might suggest something while your doing it though....
Replace the stock speakers considering you will have to remove the speaker anyway to get the door panel off...and the hole where your window crank was.....What I did was get a pair of surface mount tweeters and mounted them right over the hole...kind makes it look like thats what actually goes there.
