Electric Window Conversion

In this episode of Mighty Car Mods, the boys say goodbye to the days of winding windows in the Blue Turd, and show you how to convert them to power windows.
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[@-THEBOYZ]

watching this in 2019 because its the only video ive found explaining how to do this 😂

[@Charlie42056]

So true, Im trying to get it done to a landmaster

[@_ninasamak]

Let me know if you ended up doing it. I’d like to do it to my Jeep. I also want to do the locks

[@dannyduece6645]

I'm having a problem with it myself just bought it and shit keeps blowing out the fuse... I using speaker wire to and a switch before the fuse ? If yall have any ideas lmk pls

[@bradleach4947]

Well here I am in 2020. Fucking dumpster fire of a year. Lol the manual window struggle is for real!

[@Bardock025]

@@dannyduece6645 Thicker wire

[@lachypitt]

Just did it today with the help of you guys! Took me a little while to figure out where to run the power from! Got it from directly behind the ignition!

[@wesleybarkema2353]

lachypitt were you able to order the part off of amazon or something?

[@MrRandomcommentguy]

I have a love-hate relationship with electric windows - I love the convenience and the ability to open any window I want from the drivers seat. I hate the fact on some cars the windows don't work with the ignition switched off. I love the speed with which the windows open and close when having to use access cards etc when its raining. I hate the fact that if your electric windows break you're totally screwed until you repair them. I don't think a manual window winder has ever malfunctioned in the 4.5 billion year history of the planet.

[@kevinobyrne8020]

Happened to the fiesta of somebody I know. Window winder messed up

[@lexcoupe3420]

Well, I know two e36's that have a malfunctioning manual window winder, it just keeps falling off the rail and you cant wind it up without lifting the window by hand (going to get it fixed soon)

[@peterrawlins1190]

+Simon Coles I break manual handles all the time because I'm too damn tall and I have to wind them in some bunk way that snaps them in half. At least if they are cheap plastic. I honestly carry spares when I have a car that has them, you are not wrong by the way I'm a special case.

[@danssmith387]

I agree with you and another thing is for some reason if you drive into a lake or a river u have to smash out the window but if u have the old school wind up windows u can simply stay calm and roll the window down if you can't open the door with the water pressure anyways I'm going to be doing this mod to my truck soon because I don't plan on driving my lifted beautiful pickup truck into water any time soon haha

[@jordanturner97]

+Matt Ranta You'd drown before you even get the windows down...

[@roddydykes7053]

The lengths these guys went to make the thing actually entertaining! Hands down best car channel in the history of KZbin

[@tijs800]

That proposal was amazing

[@robgreenwood6939]

ha, getting the wires into the door is the biggest arse ever, I love the way they just skipped over that!

[@MohauLoselo]

Exactly 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@jngobngo]

I mean it’s different for every make but yes WHAT A PAIN! Use a string or thin wire to pull the harness

[@jasonboness3871]

Aluminum wire or soft flexible gardening wire is great for this...

[@lancer1993]

I was lucky upgrading my old Lancer, got the parts of another car that came with power windows and got matching door cards and switches so it looks like the car always had power windows. Even got them wired so they work with ACC on. Also got some power mirrors off the same car and chucked them on, makes life a lot easier!

[@Mechanical_Insanity]

getting the clip out from the window winder is really easy with a thin dish towel. just get in between the trim and the winder and start rotating to find the clip. i think you guys are smart enough to fill in the rest

[@Immashift]

I know this is old, but as an aside: I have an old ranger with what used to be manual windows. I put this in, but I also wanted my alarm (Viper 2way remote) to be able to close windows when locking the car or by a button on the remote. So I wired this right onto the battery, then relayed it so that it only gets power either when the ignition is on at least in accessory, or when I lock the car or press an aux button on the remote, it fires a relay that runs the motor up or down for five seconds which is more than enough time to open or close the windows. Also diodes in between to stop the relays backfeeding and doing weird stuff. I'm keeping that truck as my utility vehicle until it falls apart, so I've been loading it with TONS of convenience features. Heated seats, heated steering wheel, power seats, etc. It's proving lots of fun installing all the toys.

[@lalannesurfboardcouture1840]

I had a friend install mine 10 years ago. I was just in Hilo Hawaii the wettest place on earth when the belt on my old after market PW finally broke after too many bumps off roading. I removed the door panel in a car park....got the window to stay up manually .It was pouring rain......Thankfully I have been paying attention to how things work.I'm ordering this set tomorrow. Shouldn't be hard since I already have PW installed.Just swap it all out.The new ones look way more solid .Thanks guys !!!!

[@nyc1655]

Does the motor have a automatic stop when the the window is completely rolled down or up to keep it from burning out?

[@michaeltrabtree7718]

Used this same kit in my Jeep. Worked out great. Thanks!

[@firu38]

How much it costs

[@alexxc2272]

Is there any way you guys can do a power lock conversion video :-)

[@mickeyb584]

The viper alarm will do it

[@matthewharris4966]

My 28 year old LandRover Defender is now getting power windows. I bought the kit after watching this video. Thanks guys. No more leaning over the shift nob to wind down the passenger side. Happy Days

[@BaileyTheBear256]

I was never really into cars. Then I started watching you guys.

[@Kenny_s67]

So I looked up that website @4:15 and Amazon came up. Lol.

[@Cobra4993]

+dominic swem Me too. I did not expect that. Hilarious.

[@Ward1706]

+dominic swem How'd you spell it: ass (American/Canadian) or arse (Australian/UK version)?

[@Kenny_s67]

+Ben Ward how he said it in the video

[@Ward1706]

dominic swem Right-o

[@0record0]

The site is now available to be bought :D

[@Roderick895]

"I love it Martin. It looks like a robotic sex aid" I have to go clean up my drink now

[@simonvanootegem6643]

13:48 I think a lot o people missed the blooper at the end!

[@soundboydesign1373]

Canada here...bingo, will be doin this in the crx, cheers lads...one love!

[@nikossokin4428]

I found out about MCM a month ago. Today I saw the latest episode! Guys you are amazing! Please continue!!!!!!

[@AdamH1029]

So did she say yes?

[@weasel2htm]

Adam Hansen She did say yes. Garrick (sp?) posted a video with her reaction, but I can't find it at the moment.

[@XsilentXbladesX]

weasel2htm FIND!!!! I gotta know if there will be any more mods!!

[@thehelperguy1]

XsilentXbladesX the video was removed, they posted about it on their facebook but its gone :(

[@garystrat999]

Are you still watching the show? Yes then

[@karlicodding3602]

is this adam hansen the bald one is this you its jake smith

[@Mamahobofrog]

Moog: "I love it martin" Marty "so do I" Moog: "it looks like a robotic sex aid" Me: XD

[@lexus14blacklist]

how about a video of how to convert a left hand drive car to right hand drive (or vice versa)

[@CarmullRolls]

I'll never have to do the majority of the projects these guys go over in their videos... but I watch them anyways... because they're awesome...

[@jessmason346]

I put these in electric power widow motors in My work truck after watching your video. I have to say the install was a bit painful to the finger, but soo worth the install! I have been wanting power windows for awhile now but never found any worth the money Until I saw this install. They are work great and I'm very pleased with the results. Thanks guys!

[@MrRobbilun]

did she say yes tho?

[@nicholasfisher4952]

+Robbi k facebook.com/mightycarmods/posts/617311754952121 She said yes :)

[@Ward1706]

Not the way I would ask one of the biggest questions a bloke can ask, but hey ho.

[@leferinkAG]

Somebody did this to his own car? & Is it really that easy?

[@SoloArtForm]

i didnt use a aftermarket kit. i checked for original window lifter from the junkyard for my model of car and it worked like a charm on a peugeot 205. even the cables were already inside the doors.

[@DanielsGameVault]

My Renault hasn't got a single phillips or flat head screw in it - it's all torx. Is that like standard with euros ? :|

[@DSadler8]

yeah, the French love using them

[@merguezceneuf3369]

Germans too

[@GauerSE]

my old volvo 240

[@DCGarage]

My late model Volvo is full of torx and hex bolts

[@brly4542]

Ford uses Torx for interior panels as well, at least in North America

[@billybassman21]

You should have installed a window rollup module for when you install an alarm. My dad growing up always bought the cheapest car on the lot with power nothing. I made sure that my second car and there after had power windows, door locks, steering and so on just because I never had it growing up and it seemed like everyone else did.

[@pointedspider]

I love Aussies! We took a trip to Victoria, Australia about 10 years ago! The nicest people I've ever been around. Never had to buy a beer in any bar!

[@jamesvarner1878]

Anyone hear if she said yes?

[@autostagindia9131]

electrical connections are not explained 😕

[@TiqoEditHD]

because its simple

[@introfusion6985]

You need only key contact current flow for safty

[@hyperflexharrington5]

It's plug and play... sex toys... if you need instructions for a sex toy...

[@Photographic486]

Find power accesories and connect

[@KINGICE1418]

Is there a link or website to order that from cuz I would lik to order tha for my civic??????

[@lgwilliamsonjr]

You own a Honda, so go to your local parts store (ebay) and browse the aisles (search) for a power window conversion kit.

[@TexasBoyJc]

I already have electric windows but i enjoy watching these guys work on cars. Its bad ass!!!!! MCM!

[@dj1030851]

Cool trick for removing the window handles, you can just use a rag, holding two corners of the rag, run it up and behind the window handle and work it back and forth, it just pops right off.

[@DirtyGarageTx]

so did sandy say yes lol

[@magz4eg]

Mighty Car Mods whats her answer? Yes? No? =)

[@Trossi1996]

must a have sayd yes because they keep making episodes

[@AMPLIFIER942]

Some time later after this episode was made they had put up a photo of a ultrasound showing a little baby and the caption on the picture said that she had said yes.

[@reagentism]

Is the turd missing a rear wheel lug???

[@westleyhurtgen4275]

Watching in 2020, you guys haven't changed much

[@ktulu0078]

Watching this because I'm doing this mod to my 1980 scirocco and realizing I've seen these dudes in donut.... obviously subscribed after this

[@CORZZAbro]

Hey Guys i know is video is old AF but i was wondering if you could show what to do with all the wiring, like what goes where and so on... ?

[@alexcorona]

Corey Langer if you can't figure out that basic wiring you shouldn't be working on cars.

[@steve-owitdaevo9334]

Ground/black wire to something metallic and red go to something with power

[@sinaks7752]

How about power windows to maunal?

[@chester371]

Why would you want to do that anyway

[@sinaks7752]

well i think i just asked the incorrect question for my situation. but my car is a base model s13 240sx, meaning i have manual windows and locks. was searching for about a week how to swap over but i end up figuring it out myself. i had power doors installed in a non power car with a converted manual crank window.

[@Gonz698]

How much was the conversion kit for the power windows?

[@furulevi]

What stops the motor when the glass reaches the 2 up-down ends?

[@stephenK11]

i think its just a torque cut off. like if it cant push any futher it just stops

[@YungSteambuns]

As above or it has a torque clutch gear that when it too much pressure is happening it slips

[@JustifiedJordan]

From the Blue Turd all the way to the Fairlady Z, you guys have come far! You should be so proud :)

[@TheWeekendExplorer1]

I remember watching this video when it came out and watching for entertainment purpose. 11 years on and I’m re-watching for educational/instructional purpose.

[@Cesar-ey7wu]

How can i make my electric window manual ?

[@TheJfizzle11]

Step 1 sell your car Step 2 buy an older on

[@Cesar-ey7wu]

lol, thaks, i think i will do that anyway

[@TheJfizzle11]

NO PROBLEM

[@PommyDownUnder98]

Why would you anyway?

[@Cesar-ey7wu]

PommyDownUnder98 for the glory of satan !

[@MrRoboman333]

I went to assbandit and it's just a blank page titled "Wool".

[@urielsalas9265]

Vintr go to wool.com

[@woketv1891]

Its because it's xbandit lol

[@88supra719]

What'd she say

[@svanamatej]

Your tip on how to remove the window winder saved my day! Good stuff!

[@Lamboman1016]

FINALLY!!!! ive been waiting forever for u guys to post a new vid

[@SeverdSeouL]

Wonder if you can go from power windows to manual... Power windows are unreliable shit, and regulators cost a fortune to replace.

[@CharritoAlonzo]

did you try watching the video in reverse?

[@javiervasquez3798]

Luis Longoria hahahahaha

[@sr200sx]

they forgot to jack up the car :D

[@TheMadIsRealXXR]

Assband..?

[@connorham8]

assbandit.com... lol

[@JHowardDesign]

One thing I noticed in this episode was a lack of showing much about which place they got the power from. Did I miss that part? Other than that, it was good. Probably a little rushed, but a great project that's pretty simple. Good work guys!

[@OnTheWaySoon]

You guys are tops! Easy and explained without all the extras.

[@joey_boof]

you guys never specifie what cables to solder to for beginers

[@l4d2160]

+TBONE FTW Because on every single car it's different.

[@4443mike]

+SynC TBONE if your having trobles finding a power source the cig lighter is a good one to look at

[@DrEtzor]

+SynC TBONE To what i understood, you need + and - cables and then you need also the controller's cable. Just like installing any switch using electric device in your car.

[@sithsiri]

PFFT... specify... welcome to MCM

[@ChaseTheHonda]

Awesome you did this for a mn guy, he is a fellow honda owner and told me about this on a local forum called mnhondas.com awesome you guys did this! Good people for sure

[@grreeknick]

Extremely useful and functional, while being extremely clever and funny. I love this youtube channel!

[@azizsa1971]

Thank you for the excellent explanation I have a 2007 Silverado Standard SINGLE CAB and one glass .. Handel + normal doors, what is your advice for the best to adjust to electric? And how they are connected to electricity? I do not have enough experience I hope I find an explanation of it with a compatible device for my car

[@1ynch.j]

At 8:30, a lot of cars are like that. The power widows are connected to the battery which makes it easy for people to use a wire hanger and push the button, giving them access to your car. I've had experience with this when people locked their keys in the car. Some cars, just push the button. This is also true for the unlock buttons.

[@jonfry7289]

i LOVE how Moog always throws in his vegetarian, tofu comments in almost every episode. LOL fantastic

[@vigilante351]

The 1st video i watched of yours in the day - and i still have this PW kit!

[@nicholassanjayowo8955]

The window winder can also come out if you take a thin cloth and slide it behind the handle. Careful though sometimes it pops out and is very hard to find. But you might not even need it anyways considering...

[@slushbubbles]

I just ordered a kit for my old nugget, this video will be quite handy! :D

[@dannyduece6645]

Hey dis you install the kit with no problems?

[@slushbubbles]

@@dannyduece6645 Haven't had the time and energy to do it yet, been quite cold around here, so I'll be doing it in the summer x)

[@DanielsGameVault]

If the car has the option to have power windows already installed at the factory, I imagine the ideal way to do this would be to buy the original factory mechanisms and they SHOULD just bolt on (the door itself may be different depending on whether or not it has a power window though)...it might even be cheaper getting them second hand. That's what I did when I electrified the rear windows on mine :D

[@BlasterAzores]

best and most fun duo explaining some d.y.u. automotive simple mods... "love" u guys. Thks.

[@MichaelSorrentino1]

I've heard that these aftermarket power window motors burn out frequently. Have either of your motors burned out yet? If so, how long did they work properly?

[@georgetempest2469]

I love watching your videos guys! I had one of the first high-torque window motors in the 80's but, they were external. You had to take of the hand winder and then fit this sandwich box onto the door to make the whole thing electric :oD

[@JosueGarciarace]

Only real men use Manual windows...

[@TheGuner100Gamer]

Actually, only poor people without enough money to buy power windows do

[@JosueGarciarace]

***** You clearly didn't get the joke. Also the Ferrari F40 has manual windows and they're not cheap.

[@TheGuner100Gamer]

Josue Garcia No, I do get the joke. But that's stupid how an expensive super car would have manual windows.

[@JosueGarciarace]

***** Alright, have you head the saying " Only real men drive manual cars"? Wells that's what my joke was based off of. You're a kid you don't know anything about cars so i would stop talking.

[@TheGuner100Gamer]

Josue Garcia Actually, I'm 14, so not a kid anymore. And yes I have heard the joke.

[@whoohaaXL]

I have to say; I am really impresses with this modification. I went to Amazon and found that this exact kit is 56.99 and is (In my mind) worth every penny. I'll never be worried about a base model with wind-up windows again...

[@Y.Shareef62]

What is the kit called?

[@N11Ckk123472]

Its been 6 days since i've seen a new MCM video. I think I'm going to go mad.

[@bLuetooth23]

this is the best video for power window conversion

[@johnwheeler1145]

Great job on the video, lived the humour too. As for the umbrella had, lol, I've got the same one. I'm watching this in the states. Oregon. Don't know if you get these messages after all these years or not.

[@willsnyder2190]

you dont need it for a drag car however if your ever gonna go to a track or even a canyon road or even just screwing around on the street its worth it to have so get a limited slip differential

[@ThaKenMan]

She said yes and they put a ultrasound pic on the Facebook and a baby is on the way. Congratulations Garic and Sadie.

[@TRU3_J0K3R]

that kit is very good and pretty easy to install aslong as u know what ur doing, im doin it now and its so simple, hardest part is finding how to mount it, wiring is way simpler than you would think

[@mikey2242]

you guys are amazing. i'm a 16 year old and always wanted to do what you guys do for a living. what do i need to study in order to do what you guys do. and how many years of schooling and any college recommendations or classes i should take in high school or when i get out of high school. Please respond. Thanks guys keep up the awesome job

[@I_M24]

Love from Bangladesh..💖 you guys are so cool .. big fan of MCM

[@davidrobert2007]

I used to have this shitty car with front electric windows, the passenger side stopped working so I converted it to a manual wind up window regulator. It also had a fist size hole in the wing that I covered with layers of brown tape and then painted the tape to match the car body. One of the best I have had.

[@billysgeo]

Hey, mow much current do those motors need? I really have a shitty battery and charging system!

[@Staffii1]

I totally forgot this existed until 2 weeks ago, so I ordered a set, now my missus' 68 volkswagen beetle has power windows and central locking. The original window winder is used as the switch ;) looks completely stock :D

[@PommyDownUnder98]

How did you use the winder as a switch?

[@Staffii1]

I used a dremmel to make a slot n the back side of the winder and used a toggle switch, winder down window down, winder up, window up.

[@PommyDownUnder98]

Did it have a limiter so you could only push/wind it so far or something?

[@Staffii1]

If you're asking about the system itself, the electric window kit automatically stops winding once it hits a certain resistance. If you're asking about the switch, because the winder actually technically pivots off of the switch toggle, it will only go as far as the switch toggle. Believe it or not, it's actually really easy, but it does take time and thought.

[@Staffii1]

You won't break a toggle switch by putting pressure on it, they're actually unbelievably hard to break. I ordered 3 on purpose to see how breakable they were, and I still now have the third switch that I wasn't able to break, got them off ebay, just cheap ones.

[@pqmodean]

Going to do this on my gf’s versa. Gonna have plenty of time considering i have to stay home for a while. Great vid guys.

[@em1_si614]

Cool, nice video but where can I get a kit like that. I like how the little electric motor is the one scrolling down and up the manual windows and also the added on aftermarket buttons on it. Goodbye for the handle.

[@mrsalihzuckerman]

Such quality content you guys rock 🙏 thanks a lot

[@versetran1]

she better say yes or im going to go on a damn rampage in orlando... awesome video as always guys

[@omegawon2007]

Awesome video. Is there a way to set it up so that you can still roll the windows up and down manually?

[@jimmytate7587]

i drive a 2005 Chevy 2500HD. i have to lay down to reach the passenger side window regulator. the conversion is almost essential for my ntruck. also power door locks are in the works for the same reason.

[@BenjaminBlaiss]

my life is incomplete without MCM :(

[@louisli315]

window winder can also be removed with a thin rag! just get it to snag the clip. Works everytime.....with some practice

[@SuperPignas]

Guys, you are the reason I am becoming a mechanic! Thank you guys!

[@PhRiZoN]

MIGHTY CAR MODS IS BEST CAR MODS!

[@MrDrunkLawl]

best intro ever?

[@brodiecharters]

It's a reflection in the window but at 7:35 when marty puts the window back up I thought there was a giant scratch on the right side near the door frame lol

[@erichuynh2652]

I've had this installed for years. Now my window is slow and won't go up sometimes. Swapped motor. Same thing. Is it possible the wiring is going bad? Or more likely dry seals?

[@dieselburner4461]

You should of tagged the power windows not the music lol jk good video . Best on KZbin I’ve seen for this matter

[@simmit]

TIP: for removing the window winder get a rag or cloth in between the door trim and the winder arm and you can pull it off easier with less scratches!

[@mrjurun]

You are aware that you can use a flat head screwdriver and push down on the same clip and it pushes the locking portion out of the way and you can pull the window winder lever off.

[@gunluv96]

WOW!!! This was a wonderful video and you guys are amazing... Thank you Sirs...

[@llcoolkatgee211]

Cheers guys, my summer project right here

[@vwssit]

quick trick, slide a rag around the window handle, and run the rag around the pivot, by holding both corners of the rag, and it will catch the clip, and unhook it off the handle, that way u wont risk scratching the door panel :)