My Vanagon already has power windows, but the original switches are failing. Will this Power Window Switch Relocation Kit work for me?

Yes, this kit is specifically designed for Vanagon models that already have functioning power windows. It replaces your old, unreliable door-mounted switches with new ones relocated to the dash, using durable components. It's important to ensure your existing power window system (regulators, motors, wiring) is in good working order before installing this kit, as it only addresses the switches themselves.

What exactly is included in the Power Window Switch Relocation Kit, and what do the cup holders do?

The kit includes all necessary wiring, connectors, new non-illuminating switches, and hardware to relocate your power window controls to the dash. It also comes with replacement cup holders in your choice of black or brown to cleanly cover the holes left behind in your door panels after removing the original switches.

Will this kit convert my manual crank windows to power windows on my Vanagon?

No, this Power Window Switch Relocation Kit is exclusively for Vanagon models that are already equipped with power windows. It will not convert hand-crank windows to electric power windows. You must have existing power window functionality for this kit to be applicable.

How difficult is the installation, and should I consider professional help for this Power Window modification?

The installation involves wiring and some dashboard modification. While step-by-step instructions are included, it requires a certain level of comfort with automotive electrical work. If you're not confident in your abilities, we strongly recommend having a professional automotive electrician perform the installation to ensure it's done correctly and safely.

Power Window Switch Relocation Kit [Vanagon] | GVW-PW-REL

Power Window Switch Relocation Kit [Vanagon]

Product:	GVW-PW-REL
Works With:	1980-1991
Manufacturer:	GoWesty
Availability:	Low Stock
Wrench Rating:	Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.

$107.00

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Remove those failure-prone, becoming-obsolete factory window switches and relocate them to an easily accessible location on the dash using durable and affordable replacement switches. The purpose of this kit is to rid the door panels of the stock power window switches and relocate them to the dashboard. This kit is only for vehicles that already have existing power windows, and will not work for hand-crank operating windows.

Kit includes:
• All necessary wiring, connectors, pre-wired non-illuminating switches, and fastening hardware
• Cup holders (in your choice of color) to cover the openings left behind by your newly-relocated window switches
• Step-by-step installation instructions

Important installation note: This kit will not magically fix broken power window regulators, bad wiring, or burnt up motors. It is intended solely for the purpose of replacing and relocatng the switches. The proper functioning of the system should be verified and addressed before this kit is installed. Installation of this kit is not within everyone's abilities—when in doubt, please have a professional automotive electrician perform the installation.

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Excellent Upgrade

Great Quality switches and a much more reliable power window setup than stock. This kit doubles up on all of the wires passing through the rubber boot from the chassis, so your chances of wire failure is significantly less. GW has you wire the switches to the fuse box with 12V at all times (no need for the key in the ignition to operate windows). This is also great. You pull in and turn off the motor and realize you forgot to roll up a window? No worries, they still roll up. Out camping and need your windows rolled up for the night? No need to find your keys just reach down and roll them up. The cup holders that come with the kit are chinese copies of the OEM VW cup holders and would recommend finding the OEM ones if you plan to mount cup holders over the factory switch holes. I found that these cup holders rattled a bit and also didn't like drinks mounted to my doors so I ended up swapping out my door cards.