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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by chopolds, Jan 26, 2025.

  1. chopolds
    Joined: Oct 22, 2001
    Posts: 6,319

    chopolds
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    from howell, nj
    1. Kustom Painters

    I need to put power windows in m Olds-Mad project. My 55 had them from the factory, and since I'm building a '98' type body style, it should have some luxuries.
    I haven't used any aftermarket PW kits on my builds, anyone have some honest reviews of kits they've used, esp. looking to long term use?
     
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  2. BJR
    Joined: Mar 11, 2005
    Posts: 11,064

    BJR
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    I just got some from a 70's Cad in a junk yard. Took off the spring from the original stock regulator and the stem for the crank. Mounted the new regulator with the stem removed, but spring on, under the original regulator and ran an arm from the new to the old to raise and lower using the original regulator to keep everything in line.
     
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  3. I used a Specialty Power Windows kit in my truck. Was super easy to install. Seems really well made. Haven't used it for long so can talk to longevity but I would use them again if I needed another kit.
     
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  4. ***Area-51***
    Joined: Mar 25, 2005
    Posts: 868

    ***Area-51***
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    from Ohio

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

    Check these guys out,
    I have no experience with them, I do know a couple guys that use them with no complaint.

    I think @BJR ‘s experience is worth looking at...
     
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  5. Bandit Billy
    Joined: Sep 16, 2014
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    I have 2 cars currently that I added Specialty PWs to. Easy install, work great, quiet and fast.
     
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  6. okiedokie
    Joined: Jul 5, 2005
    Posts: 4,910

    okiedokie
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    from Ok

    I have used Nu-Relics in four cars and they are top notch. They replace the original regulators and bolt in the same place. Easy to use and top quality makes them top on my list.
     
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  7. rdscotty
    Joined: Sep 24, 2008
    Posts: 267

    rdscotty
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    from red deer

    My Specialty Power Windows have been in use for 28 years without a hitch.
     
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  8. Bandit Billy
    Joined: Sep 16, 2014
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    I'll add that 27 years ago I added power windows to my 442. I used GM motors and regs, I had to replace the motors last year on the fronts, but GM made a simple design, the motors are readily available (new and used) and wrecking yards are full of them last time I checked. Grab the harness and switches while you're at it.
     
  9. DDDenny
    Joined: Feb 6, 2015
    Posts: 21,663

    DDDenny
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    from oregon

    My 66 Suburban has SPW units in it, also converted it to one piece door glass.
     
  10. Last edited: Jan 27, 2025
  11. stubbsrodandcustom
    Joined: Dec 28, 2010
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    stubbsrodandcustom
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    from Spring tx

    Let us not forget this method.

     
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  12. ebfabman
    Joined: Mar 10, 2009
    Posts: 583

    ebfabman

    NuRelics for my 51 Merc. Top self product.
     

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