power windows

[mbstude]

I've heard that the power window assembly from a Dodge Caravan will work in my 63 Daytona HT. Has anyone ever tried this?

Matthew Burnette, the 16 year old Stude nut.
South Georgia Chapter
63 Daytona HT (project)
51 Stude dump truck (yes, I won the raffle)
52 Commander Starliner (basket case)

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[JDP]

Not likly, who told you that ?

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64 Daytona HT
64 R2 4 speed Challenger
63 R2 4 speed GT Black
63 R2 4 speed GT White
63 GT Hawk
63 Avanti
62 Daytona HT
53 Coupe

[mbstude]

I don't know if it would work or not, but it would be worth looking into.

Matthew Burnette, the 16 year old Stude nut.
South Georgia Chapter
63 Daytona HT (project)
51 Stude dump truck (yes, I won the raffle)
52 Commander Starliner (basket case)

MANY more Studes in the family and a few parts cars

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[jcarmichael]

I may be telling you something you already know but watch out when you take the regulators apart as the sping action will take a finger right off!

1961 Lark

[hank63]

Well, some of the hot rod blokes are using late model "wire rope" power window mechanisms in all sorts of cars. I had a look at a "wire rope" mechanism, and it sure looks versatile. I reckon it could be used on just about any old car with a bit of tinkering.
/H

[52hawk]

http://members.provalue.net/studes/ [takes a while to load,lots of pics!]

This is a link to Dave Lesters website-I think he used chebby truck regs.Probably alot of regulators could be adapted.The way he cut out the inside of the doors is probably the best way to attack the job.

LaSalle,Il
61Hawk
60Lark

[mbstude]

I'm not building a all-out hot rod. I just thought maybe I could get a unit from a junk yard cheaper than having my originals rebuilt.


Matthew Burnette, the 16 year old Stude nut.
South Georgia Chapter
63 Daytona HT (project)
51 Stude dump truck (yes, I won the raffle)
52 Commander Starliner (basket case)

MANY more Studes in the family and a few parts cars

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[hank63]

Exactly right, Matthew. The hot-rod blokes I know, get their late-model power window pieces from late model wrecks in the wrecking yard. Who'd want to pay the parts price asked by the dealer?
Besides, pinching a good idea doesn't make your car a hot rod.
/H

[DEEPNHOCK]

Specialty Power Windows in Forsythe, Ga makes a great universal replacement setup.

http://www.specialtypowerwindows.com/

I have talked to the owner, and if someone could/would lend a door to him he will make up a catalog number just for Avanti's...and/or any other Stude's.
I can attest to their quality, as I am running them now on my CE.
And I can attest to their warranty. If it breaks...He will replace it at no charge to you....just freight. (BTDT, and I didn't even buy them from him)...
You can't beat that kind of quality and reputation.
Jeff[8D]

quote:Originally posted by mbstude

I've heard that the power window assembly from a Dodge Caravan will work in my 63 Daytona HT. Has anyone ever tried this?

[Roscomacaw]

If I was closer I'd lend him some doors to work with.

Hey Matt! You're in Georgia! Got any doors layin' around that this fella can work with to develop Stude kits???[:0][]

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1957 Transtar 1/2ton
1960 Larkvertible V8
1958 Provincial wagon
1953 Commander coupe
1957 President 2-dr
1955 President State
1951 Champion Biz cpe
1963 Daytona project FS

[mbstude]

My car is the only Lark HT in the whole collection, and Grandma has the only Avanti. I'll DEFINITELY look into it. Hey Mr. Jeff, what did the kit cost you?

Matthew Burnette, the 16 year old Stude nut.
South Georgia Chapter
63 Daytona HT (project)
51 Stude dump truck (yes, I won the raffle)
52 Commander Starliner (basket case)

MANY more Studes in the family and a few parts cars

http://community.webshots.com/user/mbstude101

And here: http://community.webshots.com/user/mbstudepagetwo
And here too: http://photos.yahoo.com/ph//my_photos

[DEEPNHOCK]

I don't know as I was sent one at no charge..
But his street rod kits for two doors is cheaper than one stock Avanti motor...
Jeff[8D]

quote:Originally posted by mbstude

My car is the only Lark HT in the whole collection, and Grandma has the only Avanti. I'll DEFINITELY look into it. Hey Mr. Jeff, what did the kit cost you?

[mbstude]

I know an Avanti motor costs $200.00 or so $$$. I can get my regulators rebiult for $100.00. (both). Hmm...

Matthew Burnette, the 16 year old Stude nut.
South Georgia Chapter
63 Daytona HT (project)
51 Stude dump truck (yes, I won the raffle)
52 Commander Starliner (basket case)

MANY more Studes in the family and a few parts cars

http://community.webshots.com/user/mbstude101

And here: http://community.webshots.com/user/mbstudepagetwo
And here too: http://photos.yahoo.com/ph//my_photos