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Power windows? #2257932
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Anyone put power windows in their racecar? What did you use? Looking to maybe put them in my 71 Dart. It would be handy for when you're strapped in the car to get some airflow. I'm trying to cut weight but power windows may be worth the little extra weight, lol. Just have to cut some weight out somewhere else I guess.

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Mikey's on here has a Dart in his shop with power windows....full tube chassis car.

Re: Power windows? [Re: 80arrow] #2257974
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I'd love to have power windows in my '72 Duster, I kinda gave up on it last time I was trying to find a kit that actually works good.


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Re: Power windows? [Re: ProSport] #2258034
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I have not personally used them, but I have heard these kits work good. Ebay Link

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Originally Posted By Moparguy383
I have not personally used them, but I have heard these kits work good. Ebay Link


Would love to know some one with these


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Re: Power windows? [Re: 80arrow] #2258172
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I bought a universal kit from a member here awhile back for my Scamp. It's a chassis car but still has all the factory glass and the window regulators still work. I haven't installed them yet but I plan too, maybe this summer.


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Well I guess for 60 bucks I may try it. I've wasted more on less for the car, lol. Thanks for the link Moparguy383. I've got some time to decide before I get the car back from the chassis shop so if there's more suggestions let's have them. Thanks, Clint

Re: Power windows? [Re: 80arrow] #2258342
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One more thing electrical to let you down at the most inopportune time on a race car

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I use a small fan, but combine that with your power window plans and it would be really cool apimp


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sorry Monte, but I REALLY miss the power windows my Mirada had. Was a great source of relief racing in the desert smile

...and you're right Bob. Working on A body window regs is not a real pleasurable experience.

Re: Power windows? [Re: 80arrow] #2258606
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I think the Drag Packs have them, not sure about the Cobra Jets or COPOs

Re: Power windows? [Re: Monte_Smith] #2258794
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Originally Posted By Monte_Smith
One more thing electrical to let you down at the most inopportune time on a race car


True but, sitting in a closed car in a full monkey suit, on steaming black top in the middle of a sweltering July day in Central Florida is just brutal. It's the reason I opted to keep the door windows functional. That only gets me one window though unless I have a helper. Us low buck guys don't have the 27 crew members swarming around the car like you high rollers have.


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It is a good point, Monte, about one more thing to go wrong. I'm just tossing it around right now. Usually there's someone around to open the other door but sometimes not.

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I hear ya! Being able to roll down the pass door, when strapped in, would be great!

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Do you feel so much boring of rolling down the windows for every time in order to get some fresh air?


Gee, I wonder where they're made ?!?!?

Re: Power windows? [Re: 80arrow] #2260370
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I added one to my Dakota's passenger window, it's on a toggle switch on the dash... Track faces east and there is ALWAYS a breeze from the South, I love it, it can get hot here in Albuquerque, NM.


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www.Speedwaymotors.com has several universal kits to choose from.


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I look to the added comfort you can have if you go with them and a small fan blowing right at you. Even just the fan is a huge help, but the windows will drop the in car temp a large amount! Less stress on the driver is well worth the risk,IMHO. I would bet that lower stress would add a round win or two from time to time. On top of that it makes the whole day more enjoyable, and you may choose to race on a hot day when otherwise the heat might keep you home. Considering Montes' concern over electrical troubles, relays would help that situation in case of problems?

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Re: Power windows? [Re: 80arrow] #2260614
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If you have a set of power window mechanisms from a C body you can make it work in a B body if you change the arms. I did this in my 68 GTX and this may work in a A body.This bolts up like it's stock as they used the same basic setup and only changed the arms between them between models.


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Someone from somewhere said something about a truck motor can be adapted to work in A body doors. I would take the weight gain to be able to open my windows without having to open the door, as the X bar is right where the crank handle is.

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