914 power windows, using a universal kit 101 Options

[Dr Evil]

Hey all,
I just recieved my power window kit today and figured that I would post pics of my install/trial so you all could make up your mind if you wanted to get the inexpensive universal kits from ebay. If this install and action is successful I will have one kit available for sale with everything you need, but lets see how it works first. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif)

(I am not at my home computer so I can not post the pics yet...I will post one of the install tonight when I get home)

[Dr Evil]

QUOTE (skline @ Mar 22 2006, 01:53 AM)

Hey Mike, Just an idea, I used to install the Spal power window kits a lot back in the day and you may want to experiment with moving your crank assembly back inside the door a little using spacers. It will let your door panel sit closer tot he door. I will order a set for mine and install them and take pictures as I go so you can see how they go in. They are similar to what you have but I have found them to be the best of the cheap kits. The kit you are using is the Colibri kit. There is another company out there that makes OEM style power window kits called Electric Life They used to be over in Wilmington off Sepulveda, now they are in Chicago. They make the whole kit with the regulator just like the factory would have done. They were expensive though as I recall. About $500 for a two door kit. They dont make one for the 914 but they have some pretty trick universal kits that could be made to work in our little cars. Electric Life

Hey Scott,
Thanks for the tip on the spacing. I was wondering if there was the possibility of swapping door mechanisms so the crank side would be facing into the door. Spacers would be easier. Do you have any opinion on the brand that I decided to go with? I am very pleased with the kit so far. It came with everything from pluggs to wires to switches. I wish I oculd just drive over and install it at your place. No that I need help, just that I miss hanging out with ya.

Jim,
I would guess that the supplied wiring is 12-18 gauge. Plenty thick. As for reverse mounting, I would hae to put screw holes in my door to show you. The little metal tabs come with the kit and let you mount the regulator where ever. If I can get someone to hold it in place I will take a pic.

Brian,
I will likely tap power from my cigarette lighter wires as I have removed my lighter (I only smoke when I am on fire (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif) )

I do not knw how much current these will draw, but I have a /6 so it will likely not be of consequence to me.