Will this Manual to Power Window Conversion Kit fit my specific Vanagon year?

This kit is specifically designed for 1986-1991 Vanagons. While it can be made to work on 1980-1985 models, please note that our provided installation instructions only cover the late-style doors.

What happens if the electric motor fails? Will I be locked out of my window?

No, you won't be stuck. Unlike factory electric windows, this kit includes a special T-handle that allows you to manually operate the window in the event of a motor malfunction.

What is included in the kit and do I need to buy extra parts?

The kit is comprehensive and includes electric motors to crank your existing regulators, all necessary wiring, switches, and detailed installation instructions for both front windows. It even comes with a finishing cap to plug the hole left by the original manual window crank.

Why is my window operating slower than the other side?

Because this kit taps into your factory manual window regulators, the operation speed depends on the condition and smoothness of your original regulators and the window channels the glass slides in.

Manual to Power Window Conversion Kit [Vanagon]

Name: Manual to Power Window Conversion Kit [Vanagon]
SKU: GW-V-MTPW-KIT
Price: 184.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Manual to Power Window Conversion Kit [Vanagon]

Product:	GW-V-MTPW-KIT
Works With:	1986-1991
Manufacturer:	GoWesty
Availability:	Only 2 Left in Stock!
Wrench Rating:	Requires a full tool set and broad mechanical knowledge.

$184.95

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No, you're not dreaming. You can actually convert your Vanagon's manual windows into power windows with this nifty kit. Gone are the days of having to lean waaaaaay over to roll down your passenger window!

Fits: This kit is designed for 1986-91 Vanagons. Earlier Vanagons (1980-85) have slightly different doors and while this kit can be made to work, our instructions only cover late-style doors.

Kit includes: Electric motors to crank your existing manual window regulators, all necessary parts, switches and wiring, and detailed installation instructions for updating both front windows. Kit even includes a nice finishing cap to plug the hole left by your no-longer-needed manual window crank.

A special "T-handle" is included so you can manually operate the windows in the event of an electric motor malfunction. This is a really handy feature that is not present on factory electric windows.

NOTE: This kit taps into your factory manual window regulators. Window operation speed will vary from window to window based on the condition and smoothness of the factory manual window regulators, as well as the window channels in which the window slides.

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Awesome

It's amazing how easyly u could have the standards of new cars in a old Vanagon. Keep in mind that if u want the all experience u will be need to change old elevator and renew your window moulding in order to have a smooth up&down. But they are great

Manual to power windows

I tried installing this kit on my van, but regret having messed with the tried and true manual window mechanisms. After diligently watching the GW video on how to install this kit, I went to work...total nightmare. The worst part is that I couldn't find a professional shop that was willing to help me fix the mess I got myself into (and I was willing to pay). By far one of the most disappointing products (especially given the cost) I've bought from GW. If I could give it zero stars, I would.

Do not buy

I had this for less than a year and it would get slower and slower till one day it would not work. The motor is not powerful enough to crank it up. I had to go back to the old crank.