Window regulators
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Racer
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Window regulators
There are many different aftermarket regulators available from the various online parts suppliers. The last one I bought from Rock Auto was an OEM AC Delco part, which is no longer available. Is there any particular aftermarket brand that is recommended, ie, Dorman, WAI Global, or which site you have bought from?
Last edited by Blue Seducer; Sep 14, 2022 at 05:47 PM.
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There are many different aftermarket regulators available from the various online parts suppliers. The last one I bought from Rock Auto was an OEM AC Delco part, which is no longer available. Is there any particular aftermarket brand that is recommended, ie, Dorman, WAI Global, or which site you have bought from?
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From: Golden CO
Dorman
Used Dorman previously. perfect fit lasted for years in a Jeep. Just received my Dorman for my C5 today for $54 Amazon. I’m cramming youtube install vids to prepare to do it, doesn’t look toooo hard. I hate doors!
Got it in, much easier than expected though it's a fussy job. The bad news, the Dorman makes a whining noise when it operates, my other door window barely makes a sound. I'd have been glad to pay more for a quiet product. Ah well. You might consider putting some sort of sound barrier wrapping around the motor before installing, might help, not sure.
Got it in, much easier than expected though it's a fussy job. The bad news, the Dorman makes a whining noise when it operates, my other door window barely makes a sound. I'd have been glad to pay more for a quiet product. Ah well. You might consider putting some sort of sound barrier wrapping around the motor before installing, might help, not sure.
Last edited by DWC4; Sep 24, 2022 at 03:48 PM.
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Just got my driver side Dorman regulator installed, fit perfect and works like a champ, fast up and down and quiet. I took photos of every step - I watched several YouTubes that were good but almost all lack some very helpful details that my posting (soon) will include.
But I see my inner window seals at the top of the door are dried up and falling apart and should be replaced.
Here's two sources I found, $30 difference in price for the pair, anyone have experience with these? I do tend to trust Corvette America, and that's worth $30 easily. But.
ZIP Corvette
https://www.zip-corvette.com/97-04-c...ter-seals.html $69.99
Corvette America / TopFlight
https://www.topflightautomotive.com/...2pc-kit-coupe/ $94.99
But I see my inner window seals at the top of the door are dried up and falling apart and should be replaced.
Here's two sources I found, $30 difference in price for the pair, anyone have experience with these? I do tend to trust Corvette America, and that's worth $30 easily. But.
ZIP Corvette
https://www.zip-corvette.com/97-04-c...ter-seals.html $69.99
Corvette America / TopFlight
https://www.topflightautomotive.com/...2pc-kit-coupe/ $94.99
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From: Imperial, MO
Used Dorman previously. perfect fit lasted for years in a Jeep. Just received my Dorman for my C5 today for $54 Amazon. ...Got it in, much easier than expected though it's a fussy job. The bad news, the Dorman makes a whining noise when it operates, my other door window barely makes a sound. I'd have been glad to pay more for a quiet product...
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One problem that I did find was that the "drip seal panel" inside the door had completely dried out and crumbled. Anyone have a suggested source of supply?
Last edited by Brad-in-STL; Jan 20, 2023 at 05:22 PM.