Re: [DML] Window Motor

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Don,

Many owners, like yourself, have the tools, know-how, and ability to remove and replace a DeLorean window regulator, not to mention performing a repair procedure on these poorly designed originals. For others this can be an extremely labor intensive frustrating project. I have seen many DeLorean doors with dings in the stainless caused by an incorrect installation. 

The factory installed regulators have two main failure points. One, as you mentioned, is the plastic elbow connection the other is cracking and stripped drive gears. The heavy duty replacements have several improvements including all steel construction, a larger motor, and larger worm gear drive.Yes, they are a little pricey, but well worth the price when you consider that once installed you should never have to remove them again.

In closing, if you have good mechanical abilities, the right tools, can perform a successful repair as Don has, and enjoy removing and replacing your window motors, than this is the way to go. 

"We're here to help you"

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----- Original Message ----- 
From: Don Ekhoff 
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx 
Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2000 10:22 AM
Subject: Re: [DML] Window Motor


Richard,
Some years ago I had a similar failure. I removed the window lift assembly
and repaired it by forming "bandage/splints" on the broken elbow. This was
achieved by wrapping small patches of fiberglass/epoxy over the broken
sections. That was twelve years ago and things are still working
flawlessly. Not super pretty but effective. I even did the other side as
preventative medicine.

Hope this helps,
Don
----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard Strecker" <dmc1219@xxxx>
To: "DMC" <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2000 7:03 PM
Subject: [DML] Window Motor


> Most problems with the window lift mechanism seem to be the motors &
> gears, mine is the nylon(?) elbow that connects the mounting frame and
> the cable guide tube. I would like to know if anyone has a passenger
> side unit that they are about to trash and the elbow is still intact.
> If so, please contact me.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Richard
> Vin 2320
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