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Drivers side window

Posted: 4/27/22 3:58pmMessage 1 of 6
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Milford, DE - USA
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Vette(s): 1977 C3 Auto Coupe Lt Blue/Dk Blue Prev. 1968 C3 convertible 4spd Red 1984 C4 Automatic Silver 2000 C5 Automatic Black

How hard is it to replace the driver's side window in a 77?

I'm not a master mechanic by any means but I do have basic common sense (Or I seem to think so, lol). Was wondering before I try and do it, how difficult is it?

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Re: Drivers side window

Posted: 4/27/22 6:37pmMessage 2 of 6
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Manual, or power? Either one is not an easy job, but manual is easier...adjustments are basically endless, even if you mark all of the bolts before starting!! Small hands, and extreme patience are a plus. I would HIGHLY recommend getting the Factory Service Manual if you do not already have one.

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Re: Drivers side window

Posted: 4/27/22 6:48pmMessage 3 of 6
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Thank you, Its power window.

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Posted: 4/27/22 8:04pmMessage 4 of 6
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Vette(s): 1973 Orange Metallic Coupe (orig owner), L82, 4 spd (WR), PS, (A/C & PW (I installed from wrecked 73)), leather, AM/FM Stereo, ran with '65 FI unit earlier & will again some day. 2023 Accelerate Yellow HTC Stingray

I installed Factory power windows in my '73 and I remember besides learning a few new words, that I managed to incur a lot of small lacerations on my appendages.

I suspect replacing the glass would not be nearly as difficult because it would just involve detaching the old glass and sliding it up and out and reversing the procedure for the new glass.

1973 L-82 4 spd

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Posted: 4/27/22 8:49pmMessage 5 of 6
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Easy for YOU to say...lol

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Re: Drivers side window

Posted: 4/28/22 10:09amMessage 6 of 6
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Wilcox Corvette has a video on working on the door, replacing the glass and replacing the window motor.  I found it to be a big help.  Also check the You tube videos.  Good Luck and be patient, the hardest part will be adjusting the window after it is installed.  Marking the bolts positions for the adjustments before you start will give you good starting points for your adjustments,  Taking pictures before you start can help also.

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