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Power Window Kits, creature comforts :) |
Chris914n6 |
Dec 4 2003, 05:10 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
This is a power window kit customized to fit the Porsche 914.
It uses brand new Spal Deluxe components (the higher torque, quieter motors) with everything pre-formed to be a simple mount. All parts needed for a complete system are included in this kit, which will work with both early (70-72) and late (73-76) window regulator mechanisms. I have written simple instructions and include pics of the finished install. Two switch options available: Center console/bin mount or door pods. Center mount switches will require some cutting/fitting but are easy to wire. New door upholstery recommended. Pods, for mounting on the doors over the hole left by the manual window crank, are made of an ABS plastic so can be painted with an interior spray paint. Email tech support included if needed. Some hand tools and basic electrical experience needed. Shipping for 914club members free, a savings of ~ $9.14 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Prices: Kit w/Console mount switches - $235 Kit w/Door pod switches - $250 Paypal or money order accepted. Thanks, Chris Prim (IMG:http://www.914turbo.com/ebay/pwkit_new.jpg) |
ArtechnikA |
Dec 4 2003, 06:11 PM
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rich herzog Group: Members Posts: 7,390 Joined: 4-April 03 From: Salted Roads, PA Member No.: 513 Region Association: None |
having trouble picturing this "as installed" - a photograph of that would be nice ...
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monkei |
Sep 28 2004, 10:40 PM
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slave to rust.... Group: Members Posts: 137 Joined: 10-August 04 From: Pleasanton, CA Member No.: 2,504 |
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Carlitos Way |
Oct 12 2004, 03:03 AM
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I did it MY WAY Group: Members Posts: 1,337 Joined: 14-September 04 From: Simi Valley, CA Member No.: 2,757 Region Association: Southern California |
Sounds like a great idea... but why limit it to windows? how 'bout power mirrors for both doors too?
If you could send pics of the electric window kit in the meantime, I'd appreciate it. Thanks, Carlos |
ewdysar |
Nov 17 2004, 07:41 PM
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What happens here, stays here. Group: Members Posts: 558 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Altadena, CA Member No.: 3,030 |
Chris,
I'd love to get a set of the power windows for my '75 914 (V8). Let me know how to proceed... Eric |
Chris914n6 |
Nov 21 2004, 03:19 AM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
QUOTE(cmolina @ Oct 12 2004, 01:03 AM) Sounds like a great idea... but why limit it to windows? how 'bout power mirrors for both doors too? If you could send pics of the electric window kit in the meantime, I'd appreciate it. Thanks, Carlos Find me some power mirrors that can be stuck to the vent glass and I'm there (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I can do the switches easily enough... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) Chris PS. providing pics of the install kinda takes away the difficulty of making it fit for others who may want to ripoff and duplicate(R&D). I can say they will interfere with door speakers though I do have an alternate mounting location that is not as optimal if you really really need both. |
jim_hoyland |
Nov 21 2004, 11:58 AM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,279 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
Can they be installed if speakers are mounted in the door ? What do you charge to install ?
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Chris914n6 |
Jan 4 2005, 02:05 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
My power window kit can be installed with speakers in a late style door (sissor regulators and impact beams) but it puts a strain on the cable assembly and I believe will wear faster.
It's really not that difficult to install. In the time it would take to drive out here it could be done. Then you could take the unspent money and buy tools. |
ewdysar |
Jan 4 2005, 05:53 PM
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What happens here, stays here. Group: Members Posts: 558 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Altadena, CA Member No.: 3,030 |
On my '75, I've test fit the kit and the door speakers installed by the PO could go back in. The speaker would push the cables out of their natural path perhaps causing premature wear. I'm not puting the door speakers back in, I've already received my 6 1/2 inch speaker panels from morphenspectra. I'm planning on replacing the door panels to eliminate the holes later.
The kit does appear to go in pretty easy, if it weren't for the rain and the holidays, my kit would already be done. Really nice kit, and Chris preps the components to fit right into the 914. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smilie_pokal.gif) I've spent about 2 hours studying the kit and would expect that the install should only take about 8 hours at the most, including the 2 hours, even for me (I have a tendency to overthink things). I was going to wait until I was finished to post, I'll be back here soon. Eric |
volkdrive |
Jan 12 2005, 11:32 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 11-January 05 From: Edmonton, AB Member No.: 3,434 |
Chris, this would be a perfect addition to my 914 project, will you ship to Canada? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/givemebeer.gif)
Thx, Ryan |
dwillouby |
Jan 14 2005, 08:53 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 392 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Mt Washington, KY Member No.: 29 Region Association: None |
Do they use the stock lifting mech.? As mine appear worn.
David |
Grimstead |
May 19 2005, 10:53 PM
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Cheaky Monkey Group: Members Posts: 835 Joined: 20-March 05 From: Corona, Ca Member No.: 3,789 Region Association: Southern California |
Are these still available? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/confused24.gif) If so, are there any finished pictures you could post?
Thanks! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/icon_bump.gif) |
Gint |
May 20 2005, 07:20 AM
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Mike Ginter Group: Admin Posts: 16,070 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Denver CO. Member No.: 20 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Well?!?!?! How'd it work out? Don't leave uys hangin... |
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ewdysar |
May 20 2005, 05:02 PM
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What happens here, stays here. Group: Members Posts: 558 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Altadena, CA Member No.: 3,030 |
So it's a another case of "while I'm in there". I ordered a full set of seals and fuzzies, and I haven't ordered sound mat yet. And the car is going to go in for steel flare installation soon and I'm debating having the whole interior stripped for that so they can install the engman inner long kit. I should probably install the new fusebox before I go to wire in the PW kit...
As you can guess, the kit is still in the box. I'll post pics as soon as I can. In the mean time, I'm building kitchen cabinets so the wife can have a dishwasher, and I'm out of town for the next two weekends. Did I mention that my 914 was off the street for 13 years while I converted to V8? Man I suck at this... |
Chris914n6 |
May 21 2005, 11:42 AM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Sorry about the tardiness, forum stopped telling me I had new posts.
I should clarify- the kit will work with door speakers if you move the motors to a different place. I didn't think anyone would try without telling me that was what they were going to do, so I could pass along the changes from the standard instructions. Uses stock lifting mech, which should work with low effort. Still available and able to go to Canada for an extra $5.00 for shipping. |
Grimstead |
May 21 2005, 03:52 PM
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Cheaky Monkey Group: Members Posts: 835 Joined: 20-March 05 From: Corona, Ca Member No.: 3,789 Region Association: Southern California |
Hi Chris,
Do you have any other pictures you can post? I understand you are hesitant about posting install pictures but anything you have (like switch placement) would be great. Thanks, Bill PS, what about a 3switch kit (to do both windows from the driver’s side)? |
Chris914n6 |
May 22 2005, 12:28 AM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Door pods on panels. 2 switches on drivers, 1 (or 2) on pass.
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Chris914n6 |
May 22 2005, 12:41 AM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
My original center cushion/console install. I forget what the red/black wires under the corner went to but it's not part of the p/w install.
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Chris914n6 |
May 22 2005, 12:52 AM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,316 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
If you're really good... this one's owner does custom aircraft interiors. You've seen this car at WCC04 and pretty sure WCC05.
I can include 3 switches and 2-1 harnesses upon request. Switch holders come; seperate, end-to-end, or side-to-side. Attached image(s) |
rufio0205 |
Oct 16 2007, 11:00 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 134 Joined: 9-September 07 From: Orlando, FL Member No.: 8,099 Region Association: South East States |
can they be mounted next to the defroster lever? i'd be interested if it could be
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