89REATTAJIM Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Finally got around to installing the NAPA motor I bought last October. Last time I did one, I used nuts & bolts to mount it to the door. This time, used 1/4" pop rivets. Saved a lot of time. I remembered to wear long sleeves & gloves; didn't lose even a drop of blood. Thanks to Dave Terry for his instructions. ............ Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Eaton Posted February 12, 2011 Share Posted February 12, 2011 I have always used nuts and bolts because I did not have a pop rivet tool for the large size. Now that I have the tool, have not had a need to use it for over a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89REATTAJIM Posted February 12, 2011 Author Share Posted February 12, 2011 I have always used nuts and bolts because I did not have a pop rivet tool for the large size. Now that I have the tool, have not had a need to use it for over a year.Think that's one of Murphey's laws. If you buy a tool, spare part or whatever, the need for it never arises. I suggest everyone buy one of these so your window motors don't break. Harbor Freight $17.11 inc tax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89REATTAJIM Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 As an FYI, disassembled the old motor. Found 3 or so teeth stripped off the large internal gear. Seems to be the most common problem. Motor might be repairable if the gear is available. Pic attached of the Harbor Freight Pop Rivet Tool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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