BenWA's 2005+ Power Sliding Rear Window Quick Install Kit

^^ at first I thought the same with that part number.

Here's the part number.
84835-AE010

 

I got my bracket from BenWa on Friday, took apart everything, and then re-installed everything with his bracket... what an improvement!

I have just a couple of notes on some things I did. First, because I was waiting for my bracket, I tried to address the cable "stiffness" issue. Ben had previously mentioned that the stiffer bike cables will ruin the motor spool over time. So, I bought some 3/64 7x7 cable from Amazon (~$3 for 25ft). This cable is much "softer" feeling and way more flexible than bike cables. (It is very similar to the cable that came with the regulator, but it is actually a little more flexible). The cable is rated at 270 lbs, so I think it should be strong enough. For the cable ends that insert into the motor spool, I took a 1/16 inch cable ferrule and cut off a piece that is roughly the same size as the hole in the spool. I then took the cable and ran it through both ends and crimped the ferrule. After crimping, I trimmed off the excess cable. I attached a picture of the ferrule before cutting and it shows one cable with the excess cable coming through and one cable with the excess cable trimmed off. I crimped the ferrule with a pair of vice grips so that is why there are teeth marks on the ferrule. I pulled as hard I could on the cable with the ferrule secured and I couldn't get it to slip. I will see how this holds up with some use. Other than the cable slipping free of the ferrule, my other concern is that the ferrule will eat through the hole in the spool over time because it is not smooth and round like a regular cable end... we will see.

Also, remember that you can move the blue cable stop on the driver side (outside cable on the spool) in and out of the motor body without taking anything apart. This makes it possible to measure exactly (with spring compressed) and then take it off the motor to release the tension for installing the cable onto the bracket. Then, once the cables are secured tightly on the bracket, you fight the battle of getting the spring compressed enough to slip the blue stop back onto the motor. Just make sure you measure correctly or you will never get the spring compressed enough to get the blue cable stop back on the motor.

That is it for now... mine is working beautifully and I love the way it turned out. I will update if my cable setup fails me.

Thanks again to BenWa for the awesome bracket and for all of the information! Also thanks to everyone for sharing ideas... I could have never done this without the help!

Brent

 

Nice work Brent. Glad you got it working smoothly!

My hat goes off to all you guys for your ingenuity, resourcefulness, and shrewdness to do this mod successfully -- this is not an easy mod to do from scratch!

 

Thanks Ben, that's really nice of you to say.

I have to say that this forum has helped me love my 2nd gen Tacoma. I sold a 1st gen regular cab to get a double cab (needed the room) and I immediately missed the build quality of the first gen...

Without this forum I would still be arguing with Toyota about how my truck feels like it is rattling apart on 4wd roads (fixed with the Steering Shaft Rattle TSB, which I learned about on TW). I would also still be arguing with Toyota about periodic vibrations experienced at about 40mph (fixed with a cheap East Coast Gear Supply bushing- Props to BenWa for help on that one too). Additionally, I would still be rattling down dirt roads with a POS Toytec hockey puck in my front springs, put there by the dealer! (Now I float down rough roads with my OME suspension). And finally, best of all, I can actually use my rear sliding window!

My only question now is... what should I do next??? I've got the mod bug!

 

I've gotta say, Katzkin leather interior is probably my favorite mod -- highly recommended!

Check it out -->> http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-builds/140084-benwas-low-key-budget-120-000-mile-build.html

 

Can anyone tell me if this switch fits into the existing slots without modification? I didn't see that mentioned.

Thanks

TL

 

No it doesn't

 

primer- you're going to have to shave down all sides of the switch and shave down just a little left and right side of the open slot. Shave enough to where it's snug and fits tight.

 

So bummed I missed the opportunity to buy the slider kit when I had a chance (was waiting to support the kickstarter/indiegogo/whatever), but at least you just introduced me to my new obsession: Katzkin leather seats

Gonna pull the trigger on these quick!

 

Nice! You'll never regret it. Make sure you go thru Jhuey's group buy in the group buy forum. John was awesome to do deal with.

 

Just placed an order with John! I don't even have my Taco yet and I'm already mod broke

Sorry to go off topic guys!

 

Thanks a lot. I might pull the trigger on this. Do you have any pics of it mounted and of the wiring? I've looked back through the thread, but haven't found them.

TL

 

primer-
Here it is mounted.


Got this Toyota wire harness plug from ebay. audio wire harness TWH951(same plug that plugs into a radio unit). Should be a couple pages back on how I wired it up.

 

If you can't find how I wired it up, I've also put it up on this thread, last page.

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2n...er-sliding-window-mod-kit-16.html#post7414182

 

Thanks a lot. I knew I had seen those pics somewhere.

Much appreciated.

TL

 

^^ no problem, anything to help.

 

so whos putting a kit together again? wish I were as mechanically inclined as you guys and had more time to spare, id try to tackle it

 

I don't think anyone is "putting a kit together". The kit and original plans belong to BenWA and he is not able to put the kit together for distribution at this time but has been kind enough to share his method and even some drawings and videos with us. It is up to us to put our own kits together.
This is absolutely NO dig on Ben, I am really grateful for all of his info and willingness to share his experience with us.
Personally, I think there is enough info on this thread to attempt the install, others have done it successfully (again, thanks to Ben and guys like Adio).
Ken

 

I just want to give props to Ben and say a big Thank You for not only putting this fantastic mod together, but for sharing his ideas to the rest of us as well. This is great and I can't wait to get 'er done. I will attempting this as soon as I finish sourcing the rest of the parts. And I will post my results along with anything I may find to contribute as soon as I do.

Also a shout out to Adio, Keninsb, and VitaminB for taking the first steps and leading the charge for us. Nice work.

 

Right on btaco. Ben and Adio have done a TON of work and kudos to both of them for their input. I have all of the parts, including the window bracket from Ben that is MUCH better than anything I could fabricate, but am holding off until I get the gonads to pull this one off.
Please definitely post any info or pics, it will definitely help everyone that wants to do the mod.
Thanks,
Ken