Tech: How To Fix Window Motor Gear Slippage - Page 2

phil · 08-12-2006, 12:57 AM

had to do this on both sides the kit autozone sells is lifetime for16.99

dasteufelhund · 09-04-2006, 09:56 PM

Hi!

First time in this forum so I look forward to learn from you all!

1995 Ford Bronco 5.8 XLT
block lift to 4"
k&N air intake

It's basic and I am slowly putting some new stuff on as I make more money

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wolverine93 · 10-20-2006, 08:46 PM

I did this today and It went just as you stated! The pictures and the instructions were perfect. It was really a snap due to your help. Thanks!

oldtimer · 10-24-2006, 01:26 PM

My Gen 2 2001 Lightning passenger's side window started sticking once the weather got a bit cooler. Does this sound like the same problem? Also, this is a great How-To, but could you show and explain the actual removal of the door panel?

Dredd · 07-17-2007, 11:04 PM

Great tech article! I just went to do it, and I already had a new motor, so I just replaced the whole thing. I will however, rebuild it using your article and set it aside for next time!

A few (hopefully) helpful hints for those about to attempt this:

1.) Don't bend in the door to get that one bolt if you don't have to. If you have the Craftsman swivel-head ratcheting box-end wrench, it's actually real easy to get to. If not, you can probably get in there still with a regular box end wrench.

2.) All 3 of the bolts for the motor are 8mm.

3. When taking the bolts out with your socket wrench, or putting them back in, put a dab of axle grease on the head of the bolt or the tip of the socket. This will "stick" the bolt into the socket, keeping it from falling down into the door.

Thanks again for the tech article!

99Bolt 1 · 08-31-2007, 11:58 PM

If you want to make a little smoother working fix,call 800-220-4242 and ask for a catalog the company is called Small Parts,Inc.They have 3\8'" ball bearings in delrin or steel they both will work,they aren't as cheap as nuts but they are smoother if you pack the thing with a good grease.

F1509302 · 08-18-2008, 02:36 PM

i would of never guessed this was the fix to my window not going up, i would have though it was the bar that raises it was worn.

tried it out today, and everything went fine. Thanks Ghost.

99WhiteBeast · 10-18-2008, 04:54 PM

Great 'how to' Ghost. Went just as described even dropping a bolt or two.

Well spent .39 at Ace hardware for the 6 7/16" nuts and an hour of my time.

9T4 SVT · 11-30-2008, 02:37 PM

Great How-To. I did this on my 94 yesterday and it worked just like you said. The only difference was I used nylon nuts instead of steel. The window operates like new. Thanks for great help.

louisville · 07-21-2009, 06:21 PM

ty so much for your post

09-04-2006, 09:56 PM	#17 (permalink)
dasteufelhund Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 1 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	New Hi! First time in this forum so I look forward to learn from you all! 1995 Ford Bronco 5.8 XLT block lift to 4" k&N air intake It's basic and I am slowly putting some new stuff on as I make more money P

07-17-2007, 11:04 PM	#20 (permalink)
Dredd Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Waldorf, MD Posts: 331 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	Great tech article! I just went to do it, and I already had a new motor, so I just replaced the whole thing. I will however, rebuild it using your article and set it aside for next time! A few (hopefully) helpful hints for those about to attempt this: 1.) Don't bend in the door to get that one bolt if you don't have to. If you have the Craftsman swivel-head ratcheting box-end wrench, it's actually real easy to get to. If not, you can probably get in there still with a regular box end wrench. 2.) All 3 of the bolts for the motor are 8mm. 3. When taking the bolts out with your socket wrench, or putting them back in, put a dab of axle grease on the head of the bolt or the tip of the socket. This will "stick" the bolt into the socket, keeping it from falling down into the door. Thanks again for the tech article! __________________ *1993 SVT Lightning* #81 of 5276, Build Date: 16 Dec 92, Raven Black MADRAMPER CAI, Bassani Side-Exit C/B, MSD/ FRPP tune-up, 20% glass, rollpan, smoked tails....always more on the list!

08-31-2007, 11:58 PM	#21 (permalink)
99Bolt 1 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Vero Beach,FL Posts: 35 View this user's gallery iTrader: 1 / 100%	Window fix If you want to make a little smoother working fix,call 800-220-4242 and ask for a catalog the company is called Small Parts,Inc.They have 3\8'" ball bearings in delrin or steel they both will work,they aren't as cheap as nuts but they are smoother if you pack the thing with a good grease.

07-21-2009, 06:21 PM	#25 (permalink)
louisville 94L#990 Paid Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Louisville Kentucky Posts: 112 NLOC member #: 2741 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	you just saved me alot of money ty so much for your post

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08-12-2006, 12:57 AM	#16 (permalink)
phil Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: shepherdsville ky Posts: 49 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	had to do this on both sides the kit autozone sells is lifetime for16.99

10-20-2006, 08:46 PM	#18 (permalink)
wolverine93 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 23 View this user's gallery iTrader: 1 / 100%	I did this today and It went just as you stated! The pictures and the instructions were perfect. It was really a snap due to your help. Thanks!

10-24-2006, 01:26 PM	#19 (permalink)
oldtimer Old Ford Lover Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New England Posts: 343 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	My Gen 2 2001 Lightning passenger's side window started sticking once the weather got a bit cooler. Does this sound like the same problem? Also, this is a great How-To, but could you show and explain the actual removal of the door panel?

08-18-2008, 02:36 PM	#22 (permalink)
F1509302 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 30 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	i would of never guessed this was the fix to my window not going up, i would have though it was the bar that raises it was worn. tried it out today, and everything went fine. Thanks Ghost.

10-18-2008, 04:54 PM	#23 (permalink)
99WhiteBeast multiple personalities Paid Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 934 NLOC member #: 1075 View this user's gallery iTrader: 17 / 100%	Great 'how to' Ghost. Went just as described even dropping a bolt or two. Well spent .39 at Ace hardware for the 6 7/16" nuts and an hour of my time.

11-30-2008, 02:37 PM	#24 (permalink)
9T4 SVT Registered User Paid Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 291 NLOC member #: 798 View this user's gallery iTrader: 1 / 100%	Great How-To. I did this on my 94 yesterday and it worked just like you said. The only difference was I used nylon nuts instead of steel. The window operates like new. Thanks for great help.