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Old Jul 13, 2005 | 05:12 PM
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converting from power windows

I want to convert my windows from power windows to the manual style and i was wondering if anybody knew all the parts i needed for that and where to get them from?
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Old Jul 13, 2005 | 06:35 PM
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Manual regulators and handles should be all you need. Why do you want to change?
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Old Jul 13, 2005 | 06:51 PM
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ya why would you change power windows are so much better than manual. i wouldnt touch it !!!
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Old Jul 13, 2005 | 06:58 PM
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I would like to get rid of the power windows too. what models had manual windows? I'm tired of the motors and switches failing and it's too hot to not have the windows down!
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Old Jul 13, 2005 | 07:06 PM
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I've seen manual windows in most models. Don't think I've seen any it a GTA but thats about it.

Tour the junkyard and it should be easy to find the regulators for manual windows. Bring a cordless drill, will need to remove a few rivets.
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Old Jul 15, 2005 | 01:41 PM
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thanks guys. i want to replace them just becaus they work crapy, seal with the weather stripping crapy, and just add weight. I just dont think it will be that big of a deal just to do it by hand.
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Old Jul 15, 2005 | 02:26 PM
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I have power and love it, but yeah, those are a really good set of reasons why to swap tp manual. I might do the swap too, once I get the lambo door kit in. less wires and wieght in the door.
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Old Jul 15, 2005 | 04:41 PM
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It would not remove much weight.
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Old Jul 18, 2005 | 08:07 AM
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I know it will not save much weight, thats why it was my last and obviously least important point.
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