Date:         Mon, 27 Feb 2012 10:45:29 -0800
Reply-To:     Zeitgeist <gruengeist@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Zeitgeist <gruengeist@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Vanagon Power Window Motor Conversion
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> No direct experience here, but I will say that the rear window regulators
> used in Mercedes 124 chassis cars are somewhat similar to the units used in
> Vanagons.  Might be worth investigating to see if parts or the complete
> assembly can be swapped over to the vans.  Try looking up part #* *1247300346
> on your favorite car part site with a World Pac or similar database.*
> * ________________________________
>  From: Brent Weide <brent.weide@GMAIL.COM>
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2012 10:24 AM
> Subject: Vanagon Power Window Motor Conversion
>
> 1991 Vanagon Multivan
> Has anyone had experience or heard of replacement of the stock vw
> power window motor with another model motor without reworking the
> regulator assembly?  I've been nursing my motors for years and they do
> raise the window.  I'd just like to explore options like being able to
> bolt up a more readily (cheaper) motor that will last longer and turn
> stronger.
>
> Thanks,
> Brent
>
> --
> Brent Weide
> Portland, Oregon
> www.weidefamily.net/vanagon/
>



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