Power Window Sources??

[SCOTI]

I've found 2 sources: Specialty Power Windows (universal kit) or Electric-Life.
The info I've found via 'search' was limited. Anyone care to share their experiences w/either of the above products?

[Rich 5150 69]

Scoti I`ll be watching this as well, I did run across this...

YouTube- Easy Up And Down...

http://www.a1electric.com/spal.htm

[Scottshotrods]

Specialty power windows are the best kit out there very complete and we have been
using for years at our shop.On top of that we are a dealer and have them in stock
and we have some good prices on them for truck board members.
Justin

[mbgmike]

Agree with the SPW windows and products. We are not dealers for their products but they are top flight. We have installed their window kits and wiper kits on these years. All quality and they are very nice people.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by mbgmike

Agree with the SPW windows and products. We are not dealers for their products but they are top flight. We have installed their window kits and wiper kits on these years. All quality and they are very nice people.

Any concerns w/the installs? Specific PITA items?

[Chevy Fleetside]

I have electric life in my truck. They are ok. I didn't like the fact that I had to drill holes at the bottom of my doors. It wasn't a biggie seeing I had the Rod Doors door panels. Other then that they work just fine.

[1Bad62Pro/Street]

1955-1963 Truck Front Door Power Window Kit, Trucks With Vent Windows, Switches ...
Price: $375.88

http://www.bobschevytrucks.com/1955-...with-vent.html

And here:
1955 - 1966 (Specify Year) Power Window Kit - Partial Kit
does not include switches, wire harness or
flexible wire conduits.
http://jimschevroletparts.com/uploads/55-66Truck.pdf

http://www.a1electric.com/catalog/cat_chevtruck.htm

http://www.thehoffmangroup.com/autol...c=powerwindows

Also look here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3768123

[Chevy Fleetside]

I just went to the Specialty power windows site but didn't see an application for 60-66 chevy trucks. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ELI-GM103-0065-K/ I think mine came with Bocsh motors. Also they are only $251 without switches though.

[protrash64]

SCOTI......I have the Electric life kit for 64-66. I pulled it out to get ready for the install and noticed that one mounting screw is supposed to be drilled thru the door below the door panel!!! I used the guide to confirm!!???(WTF??)

I got sidetracked on my BBC install and didnt get to putting them in, but the kit may mount fine without the one screw as the other 3 screws create what appears to be a stable trianglular mounting area, IMO.

[Chevy Fleetside]

Originally Posted by protrash64

SCOTI......I have the Electric life kit for 64-66. I pulled it out to get ready for the install and noticed that one mounting screw is supposed to be drilled thru the door below the door panel!!! I used the guide to confirm!!???(WTF??)

I got sidetracked on my BBC install and didnt get to putting them in, but the kit may mount fine without the one screw as the other 3 screws create what appears to be a stable trianglular mounting area, IMO.

If I remember right, those screws at the bottom mount the motor. I have a feeling they will need to be mounted somehow. How about makeing a plate that will bolt to the motor and up to the other holes behind the panel. Just shooting in the dark here. It was about 8 years ago I put mine in.

[SCOTI]

Good info guys. I definitely don't want to drill any extra holes & would prefer something along the lines of a direct swap if possible (I've got enough projects already ).

[65sublime]

Try Nu-Relics. They make a bolt in kit for 64-66 chevy trucks (may have ealier models too). Uses GM motors and stock apearing linkages. Nice quality parts, not cheap, but bolt-in. I had a set but opted for the generic rail style for one piece glass installation.

[Clyde65]

http://www.nu-relics.com/

[Chevy Fleetside]

Originally Posted by Clyde65

http://www.nu-relics.com/

Looks good. I think if they are $420 with switches and harness and all, it really isn't that bad of a price.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

Looks good. I think if they are $420 with switches and harness and all, it really isn't that bad of a price.

It indicates the complete package. I'm guessing the window crank switch 'option' could possibly alter the price. I plan to call & verify....

[K-TEN]

PRICING ACCESSORIES ONLY


All prices are subject to change without notification

Our Newest Product - NU-CRANKS

Use your original crank handles

° $89.00 each ($178.00 pair)
° Wire Harness $30.00 pair

[K-TEN]

http://www.billstruckshop.com/Catalo...F%20Master.pdf
Page 28 I think. They are showing a kit for both door styles(60-63 &64-66) @ $495. Siemens motors on original style regulators. And there is the option to use the original cranks as controllers.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by K-TEN

http://www.billstruckshop.com/Catalo...F%20Master.pdf
Page 28 I think. They are showing a kit for both door styles(60-63 &64-66) @ $495. Siemens motors on original style regulators. And there is the option to use the original cranks as controllers.

This one looks very similar to the NuRelics kit. I'm liking the window crank option vs. a pwr window switch for control. Then I could wire in a separate hidden switch to control the pass side from the drivers seat. It would keep the 'utility' theme I'm working toward.

[K-TEN]

"Then I could wire in a separate hidden switch to control the pass side from the drivers seat"

That would be the most demanded feature of that setup. I wonder if they have the wiring and switch setup for it already?

[Russ65C10]

Has anyone tried retro fitting power window units from 70's/80's chevy truck/suburban into one of our trucks?

Any reason why it wouldn't work?

[chris91]

I'm retrofitting my stock regulators with cadillac motors. I originally used chevy astro motors, but the cadillac motors are smaller. I have not installed in truck yet , but they work.

[SCOTI]

I've seen a couple of jobs done w/the astro set-ups but you have to work through the 'issues' which is kind of like a project. The caddy motors or maybe late model f-body stuff might be smaller & work better but I still would have the 'project issues' factor.

I'm wanting something that has brand new regulators & power motors that simply requires removing the original manual regulators (cause they're already out) & bolting the pwr stuff directly back in place. No drilling, no fabbing... On this project, I want to move forward & will pay to do so in order to keep my focus elsewhere.

[66Freak]

I am in the process of installing one piece windows in a 66. I am using specialty power kit and auto loc switches which uses the crank like the other kit. The power kit is great only one cut to the track and two hole behind the panel and that was it. The switches mount nicely and auto loc makes a kit to control the passenger side from the driver side crank. Its just a push button switch and like 5 relays. I didnt go that route yet but I am starting to think I might.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by 66Freak

I am in the process of installing one piece windows in a 66. I am using specialty power kit and auto loc switches which uses the crank like the other kit. The power kit is great only one cut to the track and two hole behind the panel and that was it. The switches mount nicely and auto loc makes a kit to control the passenger side from the driver side crank. Its just a push button switch and like 5 relays. I didnt go that route yet but I am starting to think I might.

Post some pics!

[66Freak]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Post some pics!

I will try tomorrow. We did the driver side today and I forgot the camera. I know I was rushing out of the house. We are doing the passenger side tomorrow so hopefully i remember the camera. I will also get pics of the finished drivers door for you