Power sliding window mod info thread

Cannot believe I hadn't come across this mod earlier based on how effective/simple it looks and wanted to make a thread with the helpful info I found for reference.

I believe there are basically two options when doing this mod.

1. Using a linear actuator. This route may be quicker, but in the end has slower operating speed and louder when operating. I was hoping the technology has advanced since people have been doing this mod, but couldn't find anything that looks promising.

2. Using a window motor from another make/model. A popular one seems to be the Honda ridgeline, someone else mentioned a dodge ram, Im sure the options are many. This route requires a little more ingenuity but still very reasonable for anyone with a little mechanical inclination.

(Both of these methods seem to range from ~100-160$)

3. The company crlaurence who makes a kit that requires entire removal of window found here:http://www.crlaurence.com/crlapps/showline/offerpage.aspx?ProductID=32478&GroupID=50010&History=30587:21770:1336:21770:1380:1408&ModelID=50010&pom=0

4. Some have mentioned using oem parts from a 3rd gen which comes with a factory slider but people have reported parts alone costing ~1000$



EDIT: after reading all of the available "literature" on this mod, and gathering the parts, I would think if you are doing this for the first time, it is going to take 6-12 hours rather than 4-6.


Here is a video of someone with the honda ridgeline motor




From what I have found the first poster on this mod using a linear actuator with pictures and instructions:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/converting-sliding-rear-window-to-power.64816/



Detailed pictures and video of honda ridgeline motor by BenWA:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/benwas-version-of-a-power-sliding-rear-window-retrofit.163816/


BenWA ended up making a kit that some of you more senior members may recall which has 86 pages that I haven't read through yet(no longer available):

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-rear-window-quick-install-kit.171805/page-86

EDIT: Looks like someone is going to starts making the window brackets originally made by BenWa again: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/power-sliding-rear-window-bracket-feeler.472282/



These were the most helpful threads I have seen so far, If I find more useful information I will add.

Would love to here from people that have done or are planning to do this.

 

Neat

 

I've done it and haven't had any issues in over a year. Let me know if you have any questions.

 

You might start seeing a few people going with a genuine OEM option now that some 2017 Tacomas have a power sliding window. Apparently the window is still the same size that was used on all of the 2nd gens.

I think there was some other complete window replacement option through some company but I forget the details now.

Both those options are $$$ though

 

Which method did you use and what was final cost? Where did you order parts? Anything you would have done differently?

Yes some have stated that the oem toyota option from 3rd gens is well over 1k$ in parts.

The other company you are referring to I believe is/was crlaurence as seen here and requires replacing the entire window:

http://www.crlaurence.com/crlapps/showline/offerpage.aspx?ProductID=32478&GroupID=50010&History=30587:21770:1336:21770:1380:1408&ModelID=50010&pom=0

 

Yep that's the company... You've been doing your homework! This is on my to do list... Will probably be taking the same approach as @nazlax10

 

I used a window regulator from the front door of an 02 trail blazer. Then I just had a bracket made for around the window and that's really it. Mount the regulator, run the cables, and that's pretty much it. I also used a switch from a Toyota sienna. I'll get links posted in just a minute. All together about $120.

 

For all the help you have and continue to give me I should come put that thing in for you haha

 

Id pay for a kit if you make it haha

 

Here's a great post with tons of info. Let me know if you have any questions!

 

Don't tempt me Alaska isn't that far! lol

 

I'll have a heated garage!

 

Still reading through the 86 pages of Benwa's for sale thread. Lots of good information. Have started to source parts and hopefully will get it installed within the week.

 

I used a window motor from a late model Chev Impala (e-bay - 30.00), a bicycle cable kit from Walmart (20.00), and I crafted a version of the Ben Wa window bracket to attach the cables (free). My switch was simple DPDT momentary toggle from an electrical supply house (9.00) The switch must be capable of reversing the motor. I crafted a motor bracket to fit behind the rt rear seat back. I re-strung the window motor using the bicycle cable kit, attached the cable ends to the window bracket and wired the motor to the switch. Install took about 8 hrs - not a difficult mod if you're handy and have the tools. One of the most used mods on my truck. The motor mount, window bracket and cables between the window motor and window bracket are the key components, requiring a little engineering, creativity and craftsmanship.

 

Ya I imagine it will take a bit of craftsmanship for sure... Do you have any pictures or more details of the bracket you made? I have all the other parts ordered, still trying to dial in exactly what to do regarding bracket, I do have the PDF of BenWa's bracket details, just trying to figure out, materials, and tools needed to make the bracket.

 

No pics, but I used the BenWa PDF for the basic dimensions, but modified the cable attaching points (brass cable barrels with set screws) so my bracket did not require the services of a machinist

 

Thanks for the response, did you use aluminum? what tools did you use to cut the shape?

 

I'm waiting for someone with a '17 to pull the rear trim out to do something like stereo, sound deadner, etc. and photo document the OE setup.

Not that I'd run out and buy all OE parts at list, but the configuration they use could be a helpful visual.

And I'm patient. In a couple of years '17s will start hitting the yards, available for part out.

 

I used aluminum - pic will give an idea - this is not the finished piece, just a trial piece. If you can envision the smaller (black) bracket attached to the end of the window bracket, with a hole drilled through the end for the cable to pass through, with a brass cable barrel with set screw "sandwiched" between the two "L's", that's what my finished window bracket looks like - on each end. Sorry for my over simplification, as my finished bracket was the result of a couple of trial and error attempts to make sure my cable ends securely attached to the bracket in a very "tight" space. My finished bracket is polished and dimensionally similar to the BenWa PDF, except for the "end pieces". His bracket is single piece, mine is three pieces.

 

If you are looking at making your own BenWA assembly and would like a brand new Honda ridgeline assembly.

Ridgeline Rear Sliding Window Motor/Assembly part # 73290-SJC-A01

https://www.hondapartsnow.com/parts...-5at/rear-windshield-quarter-glass.html?PNC=6