Window regulator discrepancy ....
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Window Regulator B1500 Ram Van
Does anyone know if this A1electric "Ram Van Power Window Kit" works as a replacement for broken factory power window regulators? I guess more specifically; Is the electrical plug and socket the same as the factory wiring?
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When I bought my van it had manual windows. So I bought and installed the A1E kit. Everything bolted right in as far as the regulators go. There was no electrical in place for me, so I ran all the wires myself. So to answer your question on the regulators yes, it's a direct fit. I cannot answer the pigtail question since I didn't have any.
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same problem - solution found
I have/had the exact same regulator (same part #) and the same problem (frayed cable strands) - like the original poster I tried everything and everywhere to find one - finally gave up looking and just rebuilt it - took it apart - replaced the cable (purchased at a local hardware store) - put back together (not too bad) - and it works fine - repaired for around 6 dollars and a couple of hours of labor.
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My 2000 1500 RAM Van came with electric windows and door locks from the factory. Both were listed as options, as was a few other things.
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Hello All -- wondering if someone here might have some experience with a broken window regulator, and more importantly, finding parts that everybody says they've never seen before?
I have a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Conversion (B1500, per the VIN). The driver's side window regulator broke (cable tied up on itself).
When I source a new regulator, everyone is trying to sell me a scissor-type regulator. However, the regulator that came out of the vehicle is a cable type mechanism. I can't seem to find the cable type of regulator on-line anywhere, and no store can seem to source it either.
Does anyone have any thoughts about why this part is so hard to find? And might you have a lead on where to sort out finding one? Need the regulator only, not the motor.
I would REALLY appreciate your help here -- I'm running up against a dead end. Thanks, in advance!
-E
I have a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Conversion (B1500, per the VIN). The driver's side window regulator broke (cable tied up on itself).
When I source a new regulator, everyone is trying to sell me a scissor-type regulator. However, the regulator that came out of the vehicle is a cable type mechanism. I can't seem to find the cable type of regulator on-line anywhere, and no store can seem to source it either.
Does anyone have any thoughts about why this part is so hard to find? And might you have a lead on where to sort out finding one? Need the regulator only, not the motor.
I would REALLY appreciate your help here -- I'm running up against a dead end. Thanks, in advance!
-E
How did you resolve this? I got the same problem, except I also need the sleeves(?) and the plastic "bushing" under the spiral springs on the end that goes to the drum. One end got chewed up and broke.
Still, I am a bit reluctant to buy two complete units for $200+ when I just need (parts of) one.
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I have a 2000 ram 1500 with power windows. I had the driver window regulator go bad beyond repair. I found a Dodge parts company in Augusta, KS(can't remember the name will look for reciept when I get home) that had a replacement that looked just like the one pictured. Installed and works great. Will post name of company after work today.
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I added power windows in my van. I was able to get the kit from here: http://www.a1electric.com/
They should have a regulator and a motor that will fit perfectly. I think the Dakota is the same regular as our vans.
http://www.a1electric.com/catalog/cat_chryslermtr.htm
They should have a regulator and a motor that will fit perfectly. I think the Dakota is the same regular as our vans.
http://www.a1electric.com/catalog/cat_chryslermtr.htm
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The name of the company is Parks Motors in Augusta, KS The website is www.parksmotors.com. My 2000 ram van 1500 is also a starcraft conversion van. I paid a little over $100 for driverside window regulator back in February of this year. It looks just like the pictures posted earlier.
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I added power windows in my van. I was able to get the kit from here: http://www.a1electric.com/
They should have a regulator and a motor that will fit perfectly. I think the Dakota is the same regular as our vans.
http://www.a1electric.com/catalog/cat_chryslermtr.htm
They should have a regulator and a motor that will fit perfectly. I think the Dakota is the same regular as our vans.
http://www.a1electric.com/catalog/cat_chryslermtr.htm
But if that turns out to be the only option I will most likely do it.