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Old Aug 13, 2011 | 11:55 AM
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I have power windows on my 79 and have performed the adjustments per shop manual and AIM yet driver's side still goes up about 1/4" too far. Could something be worn or is there a trick to this? These windows are a real PITA!
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As part of your adjustment procedure did you set the upper stop in the top of each of the 2 vertical tracks per side?
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Hi r,
As part of your adjustment procedure did you set the upper stop in the top of each of the 2 vertical tracks per side?
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Yes I did but I will recheck that again....
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Lowering the window stops in the run channels should solve the problem.
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Be happy, most of them don't go up far enough. /:\
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Originally Posted by Alan 71
Hi r,
As part of your adjustment procedure did you set the upper stop in the top of each of the 2 vertical tracks per side?
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I see no way they could go too far up if the stops are set correctly.
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I got the window height and all other adjustments fine tuned now. I've been messing with the windows for several days and finally figured out everything through trial and error. I think I could adjust them blind folded now. They're not perfect but as close as it gets without taking all the guts out and replacing a lot of parts which is not my plan right now. Thanks for everyone's comments....
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