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Putting pwr windows in 1952 3100 trk vent glass doors any recommendation as to a particular kit to use. Several advertised with spread on cost of kits. Thks!

I don't have a kit to recommend, but I ran across this a little while back and saved it for if/when I add power to my doors.

I thought it was a really nice and clean setup:
https://www.trifive.com/threads/routing-wires-through-hinges-for-pwr-windows-locks-speakers.53744/

I bought Nu-Relics For my 53 3100. You can never have my vent windows. The super cool little visors over them are one of my favorite things on these trucks. I haven't installed them yet. I did a lot of research and these seem to be one of the best. They are heavy and very well made. They are a direct fit ($440). I also opted for the window crank switches and wiring harness ($265). That's a lot for switches and I was afraid they would get broken. I was wrong. These are really stout aluminum and have a strong spring on them. Anyway I just thought I would throw that out there. https://www.nu-relics.com/

I really dig those switches. I was also worried about someone getting in and snapping one off trying to crank the windows with the power off.

Sounds like that might not be a valid concern.

Thanks for info...called them got the info I needed they have them for vent doors or single glass so that will fix me up.

I think you will be happy with the build quality on these, I was. Also they are made in the USA. That's something I strive for regardless of price. Is every little piece made in the USA? Probably not but we are listed as the country of origin so there's that. I think I'm going to hide a single standard switch under the dash or somewhere to operate the passenger window without having to reach over there.

I appreciate the info on the kits...

I hope it helps. It's nice if you can get an unbiased opinion from someone that is actually holding it in their hand. Pretty pictures don't mean much and asking a salesman about build quality is worth even less. I love my wind wings and don't know why anyone would take them out but that's just me. I have electric A/C but I just love the look. Let me know how it goes if you don't mind.

will do....my biggest pain so far has been fenders not going well but finally shaping up now. Priced some paint I want to use but they blew my shorts off when they told me the price...lol Guess that's why they call doing this fun...lol

Paint is crazy. My Firethorn Red Pearl is over $600 a gallon. I bought a quart for the engine and small parts. It was $235 and You still have to buy clear.

Dupont 2024 Chevrolet trk Radiant Red Tri coat almost 3500 per gallon...crazy stuff!

To think Earl Scheib did the whole car....and then some, for $29.95

Any car, any color.

By the time I was around, he was painting any door, any color for $39.95. I don't remember what he charged for a whole car.

Kinda getting off topic here, crew.

Check out fab rats on YouTube. They just recently did power windows in there ratrod wrecker. They seemed to have good luck with their kit.