I see a lot of adds on E-bay for window regulators, is this a part that breaks often, and how hard is it to replace? probably the thing I wonder the most is how hard is it to remove the door panel.
SSDD
I see a lot of adds on E-bay for window regulators, is this a part that breaks often, and how hard is it to replace? probably the thing I wonder the most is how hard is it to remove the door panel.
I Maraud...Therefor I am...
From a speaker install thread removing the door panel is simple. I have yet to get use to ebay so I am not sure why or who is selling the regulators.
"Murcy"
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Which windows are giving you trouble?
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Call 1-800-FORD-788 and press "1". Have the last 6 of your VIN handy. You will get the numbers for FREE. You'll pay $$$ for the certificate.
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Update: back in the game with a late build 03 GMGS with some MM add ons like Escape audiophile radio w/Sirius sat radio, rear sway bar, catback exhaust, and header panel.
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None yet Roy, but from the amount of regulators for sale on E-bay, I would think that they are breaking often. Just want to be prepared when it happens.Originally Posted by RoyLPita
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From what I've seen, the 92-97 models had troubles with them going bad. have not seen many 03-04s done through the OASIS reports.
Call 1-800-FORD-788 and press "1". Have the last 6 of your VIN handy. You will get the numbers for FREE. You'll pay $$$ for the certificate.
MM traded in 8/9/13 @ 128909 miles. It was fun for almost 8 years. I met airmercpun on 1/17/14. He was the new owner of my former ride. -Now gone.
Update: back in the game with a late build 03 GMGS with some MM add ons like Escape audiophile radio w/Sirius sat radio, rear sway bar, catback exhaust, and header panel.
Rest In Peace:
Alex "Marauderboi" Vachon 3/2/92-8/13/10
Paula Babineau 1/9/67-8/2/11
Rex Weinbender
Peter
See my garage file for part numbers and whatnot.
IMHO, this site- the members that I chat with- and the ones that I now Hang with- are like my 2nd family. There is such an ongoing welcome feeling here that even members who don't or no longer own the MM can feel.
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Thanks Roy
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It's fairly common with age, motors,regulators,if moisture gets them,their not to bad to replace.
'06 F150 4.6, F&R 2"drop, R swaybar, K/N, Flowmaster, OEM 20's
'03 Black 300A ,Heated seats w/map pkts,cd changer,Trunk-organizer,Frt.lic.plate brkt,K/N. SOLD/TRADED
'99 GMarq LS,HPP,235/60-16 Hydro-Edge for summer,steelies w/blizzacks for winter
'69 F 250,Big Block,2wd.
'64 Galixie 500, Wagon, Big block,50,000 miles
'08 Suzuki Hayabusa'97 Yamaha YZF 1000
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Silicone spray in the window channels keeps the stress off the regulators and motors.
SG
Now Marauderless :(
From my days working at FORD I always use mini vent window lube into the window runs. It was made by FORD many years ago to lubricate the power sliding front door vents windows. Dry window runs or channels are the #1 cause of broken regulators. Use it at every oil change. With 3 GMs I have never replaced a broken cable regulator.
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'98 MGM LS...sold..................... .............................. ..'03 300A...sold 6/17
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The problem I had with my 92 explorer was the plastic bushings inside the window motor were pulverized. Instead of buying the bushing repair kit I just replaced them with some small nuts, I think they were 3/16. Apparently that was a common problem with those motors, and I am glad I found that out instead of buying whole new motors.
2 weird 2 live, 2 rare 2 die
What can I use to lubricate the channels if I have tinted windows?
300B Built 1.10.03
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