Converting to power?
07-06-2012, 12:23 AM
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Converting to power?
I have a 2006 Cobalt LS that came with factory power locks but no power windows or mirrors. I was thinking of having the windows converted to power and was looking at the SPAL power window kits. I was wondering if anyone knows how reliable they are. I would hate to have it done and the window motors die or something go wrong. Other aftermarket kits seem to be junk from what i see from reviews, but i seen from certain sites that SPAL is a good company. Any suggestions? Thanks for your time!
07-06-2012, 12:45 AM
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That was my original plan, but i'm not that mechanically inclined and i don't know everything i would need to buy. i've tried searching ebay and amazon for OEM parts, but couldn't find anything.
07-06-2012, 12:48 AM
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Are u sure that is even factory power locks? Cuz if they were then u should already have the master controls already which would include the power window and mirror switches.
07-06-2012, 01:32 AM
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Yeah, im sure they are factory power door locks. Mine is one of the few that come partially loaded. Mines got crank windows. I would really like to have power windows because the cranks are tough to turn
07-06-2012, 09:32 AM
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ok so to do this all you should need are the motors and new window switch bezels, and lotsa wires to run. since u already have the windows and guides.. hopefully theres no difference between the two types of windows like a bracket or something
p.s. my factory power windows are SLOOOOOOOW. i could crank them faster by hand if they were crank
p.s. my factory power windows are SLOOOOOOOW. i could crank them faster by hand if they were crank
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07-26-2012, 07:09 PM
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I found 2 regulators with motors and the master and passenger switches and have ordered them. i need to find the wiring harnesses now, but i cant find them. would someone kindly point out where i can get them as cheaply as possible? or does someone know if a cobalt equipped with power door locks but manual windows comes with all wires needed for the windows as well? Thanks.
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