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03-06-2013, 05:07 PM
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window switches
I just finished installing my Specialty power window kit & it fits great.
Now I need ideas for switches to mount in the face of the door. There is only about 1" from the sheetmetal to the glass. Any ideas ? What switches have others used. |
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03-06-2013, 05:25 PM
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Re: window switches
In an under dash panel , Door panel arm rest or center console? I have seen them mounted all over the place
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03-06-2013, 05:58 PM
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Re: window switches
Ok, maybe I wasn't clear. I want to mount the switches in the door, but there is about 1" clearance between the face of the door & the glass.
Newfisher - your photos look like your switches are in the door. What did you use ?? |
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03-06-2013, 05:59 PM
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Re: window switches
Have you seen the power window switches that use the stock window handles? You just press slightly up or down to raise/lower the window.
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03-06-2013, 06:10 PM
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Re: window switches
The switches that use the original window handle are a great idea. But I'm removing the stock door handles & replacing them with late model pull type handles so the original window handle idea wont match.
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03-06-2013, 06:24 PM
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Re: window switches
Ok, scratch that idea!
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03-06-2013, 06:42 PM
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Re: window switches
Sorry, mine are all OG baby
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03-06-2013, 07:05 PM
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Re: window switches
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03-06-2013, 08:07 PM
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Re: window switches
I think if you look at factory GM power window switches they don't take up a lot of space and remember you have to add in the thickness of the door panel. You could also put them in arm rests or maybe in a raised box that was just high enough for clearance.
You might even get away from GM and use the arm rests and window switches from another brand.
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03-06-2013, 08:13 PM
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Re: window switches
Factory gm switches have the connections on the back, so that inter fears with the glass.
Hey newfisher - what is OG and is your window motor a 2 wire reversing motor ? Posted via Mobile Device |
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03-07-2013, 01:52 AM
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Re: window switches
Use the switches that use the factory or aftermarket handles. They make them for many years and makes. Check them out at http://www.autoloc.com
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