Vent window regulator rebuild

[Scott Marzahl]

I am investigating the best method to rebuild my vent window regulators. I found a website, Corvetteusa.com that sells a new gear and spring washer and a search of the archives turned up a fellow named Dennis at Wood Machine that supposedly did a good job for someone. Does anyone have any recommendations?
Thanks.

[Stephen L.]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

Regulators are for sale at the major vendors for $125. Rebuilding sacrifices the swagged rivets. If you're looking for originality you may want to buy new.

[Scott Marzahl]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

Thanks Steve,
The rivets aren't a big concern for me.

[Mike M.]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

rebuild your regulators. rivets not judgable. i must have a couple dozen nors regulators i bought in the late 70's thru early 90's. they are all junk---wouildn't come close to passing a PV. too much play. i rebuild my originals or disassemble the nors and shim them to pass PV. mike

[Eugene B.]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

Scott,
You may want to check out the February 2005 issue of Corvette Enthusiast magazine.

On page 76 there is a good article by Tom Benford titled ReinVENTING the window. It includes information on the rebuild kit and how to install.

Regards,
Gene

[Ed Jennings]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

I put one of those kits in my 67. Took a lot longer to get the regulator out than it did to rebuild it. Has worked great for a couple of years.

[Dave K.]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

I had my 66 convertible regulators rebuilt by a guy from the Chicago area who advertises in the Driveline. Cost about $60/regulator-- very good job. This is cheaper than I could buy the parts and rebuild myself. Turnaround time - 1 week.

Dave Kitch
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[Nick Vigorito]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

The guy in the driveline is Dennis Hardesty. You can reach him at (618)344-0021. He does great work and quick turnaround.

Nick

[Scott Marzahl]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

Gene,
I can't say I have ever seen that magazine, is that an article something you can scan or fax me a copy of?

[Eugene B.]

Re: Vent window regulator rebuild

Scott,
Sorry, but I do not have any scanning or faxing capability. You can purchase Corvette Enthusiast magazine at the Barnes & Knoble book store.

I like it enough that I recently subscribed. Last month there was a great article about keeping your mid-year from going up in smoke. Also, a good article about C1 gas gauge problems.

Regards,
Gene