Tyler's Window Problem

[DeepSilentComplete]

Drat! Well, it happened, one week into ownership and the driver's side window has come off the track completely (but it worked so well the day I bought it...). I was able to get it back into place (back into the track in the up position), but the beast is going into the shop next week to have that and a couple of other items fixed that were on the dealer's list when I bought it.

[johnnyapollo]

This is indeed a design flaw. There's a temp fix for this that's been discussed in other threads - you add stacks of washers (and a longer nut/bolt) to the underside of where the rail attaches to the body subframe - it pushes the rail outward and forces the "claw" to have continuous contact as the window pushes upward. However it's by no means a permanent fix - Joe Black has devised a small part that would fix the issue by providing longer and stronger guide "fingers" for the claw. He tried the first prototype on my VX (made of wood) and the second with adjustments on his own - he's been wrapped up in other projects so he hasn't gotten back to it, but he is getting close to getting these produced - he'll have to chime in to update. I believe his solution is a good one - I'd recommend the temp fix until his parts are available.

In any case, you should all apply silicon spray every-other-month as suggested - it will extend the life of your window regulator.

-- John

[tysamigo]

GUYS YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!!

I fixed the problem. My windows go up and down "smoother than a hounds tooth" (as my old dad would say)

I am soooooooo happy!

Thanks SO MUCH for everyone's help and for being here.

I LOVE THIS GROUP!!!!!!