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Old 04-15-2012, 09:20 AM
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Is this something worth doing? I bought a parts tuck and i'd like to have a rear slider but i've never removed or replaced a window.
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Originally Posted by xedgex21
Is this something worth doing? I bought a parts tuck and i'd like to have a rear slider but i've never removed or replaced a window.
Go to pretty much any auto parts store and get the window removal kit. It will pretty much look like a wire with two handles and a couple other tools, grab a friend and some beers and have fun. Oh and don't forget the new sealant for the window.
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I think it's really nice to have especially if you don't have ac. Sliding window was one of the first things I bought for my truck, helps a lot when using the vent windows too to flow air out the back.
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^^^ NO^^^

the rear windows on these trucks use a reuseable window seal. if you run the wire kit through it you'll ruin the seal.
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here is a tutorial on it, its a ranger, but its the same procedure.
http://www.therangerstation.com/Maga...ear_window.htm
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thanks for the info, that tutorial helped a lot. If it is really that easy I plan on swapping out windows next weekend. I may even drive around a bit with no rear window if it's nice out. i'm hoping as long as I take my time and go easy i'll get the seal out without any damage.
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had them in a couple of rangers. the latch on the rear window tend to break so i was so glad my f150 has a one piece rear window
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Convert to a slider. I pulled a slider from a pick and pull for $50, and had the old one out and the new one in, in an afternoon. I don't have a/c either, and the slider will definitely help improve air flow.
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Originally Posted by 4wheeldevil
had them in a couple of rangers. the latch on the rear window tend to break so i was so glad my f150 has a one piece rear window
I'll have to double check the part number, but the Ranger and F150 can both be switched to a later Ford latch design that is much more reliable.

Edit - it's sold as Dorman 76892.
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If I fix my slider latch I won't be able to get my keys when I lock them in.


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