Re: DIY power windows: Re-engineering the Chapman system
Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2015 8:26 amThe main pulley and rollers from the usual suppliers was out of stock and it was uncertain when they will become available. I would also advise you to obtain some new window grub screws. The tabs where the little rollers fix onto my window frame was heavily corroded on mine. I would of needed to have the window frame brazed.
The cost would be the same as purchasing an electric window kit thats enough to do both sides. I elected to add in a control box for single touch operation and automatic stop when it reached the end of its travel which cost a bit more. Not essential but worthwhile addition!!
You can install the kit without new glass. However because this was part experiment I would not have easily gotten a replacement in Australia so I used the new glass.
I'm happy with with the result and so far it seems to hold up quite well.
The cost would be the same as purchasing an electric window kit thats enough to do both sides. I elected to add in a control box for single touch operation and automatic stop when it reached the end of its travel which cost a bit more. Not essential but worthwhile addition!!
You can install the kit without new glass. However because this was part experiment I would not have easily gotten a replacement in Australia so I used the new glass.
I'm happy with with the result and so far it seems to hold up quite well.