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Old 12-03-2013, 05:26 PM
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Default 2002 Camaro SS window motors keep breaking

For some god damn reason the effin' window motors keep breaking. I've replaced the window motors twice on each side and can't believe they keep breaking. I dont care about spending money on really good motors that dont break but I am not sure what to actually get. So if anyone has an idea what motor should I get that would fix the problem. I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks. Garret.
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Dorman is a good replacement motor, but never used one.
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Dorman is a good replacement motor, but never used one.
I'll check it out! Thanks!
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This has happened to me many times over the years. Most often this is due to poor quality reman motors. (Sometimes I've seen them sold as "new" when they really were reman.)

The Dorman's are 100% new and an upgraded design. (The original motor dates back to the 1960's.) We have seen very few problems with them by members here using them.
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Yeah I think I got 2 dormans off amazon for 25 a piece with prime shipping. Installed one the other day and it's fast and quiet.

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It's Dorman 742-101 and they are still $26 on amazon.

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Btw here's the link for the install. Took me about an hour but it was my first time.

http://shbox.com/page/windowmotor1.html
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A seller on eBay has the Dorman for $21.49 right now, with free shipping.
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Thanks guys, i should be ordering them soon and will tell ya how it goes.



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