Side window adjustment

[Duane Stuart]

When I run my side windows up or down they sound like the glass is going to break. Is there a adjustment or do I need to change the channels.



97 stock,

 

[MAllen1]

Pull off the inside door panel and make sure the window regulator is aligned right. Your inside door panel should have two screws and plastic door pins.

 

[Duane Stuart]

Thanks got it apart found nylon bushing broken. Is that a dealer item? or available over the counter??

 

[MAllen1]

I can't answer that because my experience with these problems was gained as a mechanic at a local Dodge dealer. I would say that on your way to the dealership, try NAPA and other parts stores on the way. I will tell you one thing I know from becoming friends w/the parts manager at that same dealership. Whatever they charge you at the dealership is 70-100% over what they paid for it, so, knowing that may give you some bargaining power when and if you have to go to the dealership for anything.

 

[Duane Stuart]

Thanks, I may try a junk yard, probably interchangeable with other models

mine is 2500. Part is a small nylon bushing that fits on he ball in the track.

 

[Duane Stuart]

Dealer had 200% mark up, I found OMC regulator assembly on line for $87 with free shipping. Thanks for all your help

 

[Bill Lins]

I fixed a 1500 a couple of weeks ago which had the same problem. The slides are not serviced- they want you to buy an entire regulator assembly.



Back in the late '60's or early '70's, Chrysler used a square nylon slide. The center hole is the correct size for the ball on the end of the regulator arm. I found a couple of the old slides in my junk box & ground them down to the correct height with a belt sander. Worked perfectly.



If you can find an auto glass shop which has been in business a long time, they may have the slides you need- shouldn't be more than a buck or so each. I'll see if I can come up with a part number & post it.