240hoke Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 Hey Guys, I recently got a SPAL power window kit for my car and just got around to installing them yesterday. I was going to do a writeup but these things were soooooo easy to install Im just gonna post a few pictures and a vid to show how well they work. I have yet to run the wiring for the switches but i have tested them with a battery. Ill be running the wiring under the dash to a pair of switches in the console. Here is my Big Phil style Spal Advertisement video, the battery I was using was probably also around 10 volts so they will more then likely run faster when i have them wired up. Motor Assembly To motor can be rotate on the transmission and is connected through a cush drive. The assembly mounts with these tab that can be places in numourous spots on the transmission, I used self tapping screws to secure it. I will trim the bracket down later. Side view showing clearance, I havent tested but it look like they should clear the door panels just fine...now I just have o get around to making a set! These kits are available from SPAL directly for 180 dollars, if you buy the switches from them (which I recommend) its another 25 bucks. http://www.spalusa.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJLamberson Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 Very cool, I was wondering about these for a while, are these the ones you can get from black dragon or another kind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 Nice install...and if they get any faster, they'd probably shatter the glass... NICE JOB! (of course). How much were they? I may have to get a set for my van. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 I have these as well as the Spal central locking system and couldn't be happier. Smooth quiet and fast. Derek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240hoke Posted January 7, 2009 Author Share Posted January 7, 2009 Updated original post with price and spal website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaggyZ Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 Pretty cool. I appreciate the idea, but the only benefit seems to be not having to crank... well, and having more room for speakers. Someone else posted nearly a year ago their install of some factory power window installations. True, they came from junkyard cars, basically; but there was a significant weight loss, too. I can't remember who it was but I have it bookmarked at home. I kinda would have expected you to go the weight loss route, Austin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240hoke Posted January 7, 2009 Author Share Posted January 7, 2009 I saw that and actually have it bookmarked, I never saw the finished product though and It looked like quite a bit of fab work. I like the fact that these are really easy to install and even remove if nessecary. I also really didnt want to mess with the factory regulators as they work great as they are. I know SPAL quality is good and I can get parts quick if need be. Add to that I would say these units weight a total of MAYBE 4 lbs. As for why you may want to go with power? The entire purpose of my car is to build a nice Daily Driveable car that i can go to the track with every once in a while...with harnesses its impossible to reach the passenger windows, so pulling off and unbuckling is mandatory, that is the main reason I choose to go to power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 austin, do you think these will clear the stock door panels? where are you planning on mounting the switches-console? they look great, you got me thinking to upgrade my z as well. especially when i'm driving and...have to unbuckle to reach the pass window [argh]. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtmny1999 Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 Is this the same kit? its alot cheaper wonder why? http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AEOS&Product_Code=3300-0030-0147 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Add to that I would say these units weight a total of MAYBE 4 lbs. As for why you may want to go with power? The entire purpose of my car is to build a nice Daily Driveable car that i can go to the track with every once in a while...with harnesses its impossible to reach the passenger windows, so pulling off and unbuckling is mandatory, that is the main reason I choose to go to power. Another upgrade I have to look into along with the Honda wiper motor. Undoing the harness has become a real PITA, so the power windows would be nice. As David said I wonder if it will fit under stock panels and I guess I can have something made to cover the crank where the handle would be. Maybe a slid on billet part with a Z engraved and as the windows go up and down...it spins!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaggyZ Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Another upgrade I have to look into along with the Honda wiper motor. Undoing the harness has become a real PITA, so the power windows would be nice. As David said I wonder if it will fit under stock panels and I guess I can have something made to cover the crank where the handle would be. Maybe a slid on billet part with a Z engraved and as the windows go up and down...it spins!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 A simple round plug, black or chrome, would easily cover the hole left where the crank was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArnZ Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 A simple round plug, black or chrome, would easily cover the hole left where the crank was. This would work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcheeze36 Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Hey Austin, Check out Dave's install (Zs-ondabrain....HLS30-08077 on HBZ): http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20276 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240hoke Posted January 8, 2009 Author Share Posted January 8, 2009 1 Fast Z - They *should* clear like I said I havent tested but as you can see from the side shout everything is pretty much flush just the thickness of the cables. jtmny1999 - I believe that is the regular kit, I have the delux kit which is supposed to be stronger and quieter..idk EvilC - The kit comes with an assortment of plugs to plug the hole in the door. 70z - Thanks for the link, cool how we mounted the motor in the same spot! And that gives me another idea power door locks while Im at it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cockerstar Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Looks like a pretty awesome kit! According to the guys over on classicZcars, the stock door panels fit. You should only have to trim if you wanted to use the little plastic caps they provide to cover the old crank stub. Edit: I looked on eBay for this kit, and I found the same exact setup (here) Austin used for $135 with shipping. There seller has 10, so there's enough out there to go around The auction ends soon, but I'm guessing the seller will relist them. If not, the delux kit can be had in other auctions for $150 shipped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 how did you route the wires to the interior? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240hoke Posted January 9, 2009 Author Share Posted January 9, 2009 I havent done that yet, it will be a couple weeks before I work on the car again...I hope to finish the install at that point and I will post more pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janaka Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I've got these in my Z as well. Great kit for sure. Super simple install and I find the best part is that I can put up and down the passanger window without contorting my body to reach lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garvice Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Just a quick one. As I understand, it drives the shaft that the original window handle drove, correct? This shaft sticks out of the door panel at least a 1/4 inch. So as I understand it, you won't be able to have a flush plug over the door trim, it will have to stick out from the door trim a little. Is this correct? If that is the case, that is the only thing I don't like with this kit. EDIT: Just watched the video, they do seem to be pretty quick. Looks very tempting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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