I searched around and read a few posts about dowels/rods in the track of the sliding rear window as well as a few break-ins. Can anyone else suggest any alternatives for securing the sliding rear window? The track...the latch...a pin?

 

I am installing a power slider and would like an idea for theft prevention as well. I will stay tuned.

 

On my 85 Ford, I used flat pieces of wood. (after the truck had been broken into, for my cheap azz amp, but they left my awsome EQ, and a size 12 muddy nike imprint on my seat) I think it was actually paint stir sticks cut and painted flat black to match the trim. You couldn't even see them! I thought our locking window looked pretty solid though?

 

I was shown a quick way to open the slider from the outside. I ended up using a fiberglass rod, similar to putting a stick in a patio door. It's simple and can save some grief if you do it in advance.

 

I fixed mine by putting a solid window in.

 

Done that to..

 

are you THAT lazy?

 

Wow this is an old thread, and you bet your *** I am lazy. I want all the neat gadgets I can get. Plus, I don't ever have to worry about someone "popping" the lock on my rear window. It is controlled now by a screw drive like a garage door.

 

Can you post how you did the conversion? I've been wanting to do the same.

 

No problem. I bought this window, http://www.crlaurence.com/ProductPag...6.html?Origin= and it came with all the crap I needed. I removed my rear window, installed the power slider, mounted the drive motor and cable behind the seats, and wired the system up. I put my switch next to my steering column on that black closeout panel where they mount the factory switch for a factory installed power slider. I love it and it looks better imho on the outside of the truck. There is no window frame so I think it looks cleaner than the factory window. Unfortunately, I might have to put my slider up for sale next year when I get a cage in my truck unless they can make plexiglass replacements for the sides.

 

I would like to check that out. I live NW OKC, email me and lets meet some time.

 

If you are not busy tonight, I am putting a tranny in a fox body at my shop in edmond, right off of I-35 and danforth. I can give you directions, I will email you through the board with my number. You can come by and check out my slider and the motor location.
Justin

 

Can you post up some pics of the finished product??

 

yeah and a price if you remember what it was. i didn't see one on their site. thanks.

 

Price was expensive, close to 500 bucks. I had to get a new back window anyway since mine was damaged, so I went ahead and splurged. As soon as I get home from work, I will post up a few pics of my setup.