[DML] Re: Door Dings Due To Upgraded Window Motors

[tobyp@xxxxxxxxxxxx]

I just noticed this thread regarding the installation of the new 
upgraded window motors.  Apparently, some people are seeing some 
damage caused by preloading in the installation, along with poor 
performance of the motors.  The window motor that I installed in 
Winged1 is performing flawlessly and quietly.  What I noticed during 
the installation is that there are two "attachment links" or 
brackets, but it is not possible to use both of them without 
stressing and straining the assembly.  I simply used only one of the 
links, and attached it to the most conveniently located bolt.  I 
discarded the other link as unnecessary.  The load reactions for 
moving the window up and down are taken care of by the attachment to 
the grab handle bracket that is part way up the track.  The link 
merely supports the weight of the motor.  I have no contact with the 
external skin of the door, and no rattles or banging.  I would 
suggest modifying your installations to be similar to mine, and then 
reporting back as to whether there was an improvement or not.  As 
far as resolving any existing outward dings in the door skin, I 
would recommend somebody like Dent Wizard to fix it, or use similar 
techniques.  Planing the ding off with a hacksaw gives me the creeps.

Toby Peterson
DeLorean Parts Northwest, LLC
www.delorean-parts.com

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Harold McElraft" <hmcelraft@xxxx> 
wrote:
> I had the same problem however I did catch it before both doors 
were dented. I haven't tried to remove the dent yet so I'm watching 
your thread for suggestions.
> 
> The new window motors are NOT plug-and-play, contrary to the 
> instructions. If you want a smooth properly functioning window you 
> are in for some tedious work. What frustrated me is, with proper 
> instructions and information, the job could have been a 2 hour 
deal instead of a 12 hour deal. 




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