E39 rear window regulator repair kit available

[Lancem]

OK,
Since my post about my repair of the rear window regulator over at bimmerforums it was suggested that I post here so that inexpensive fix could be spread across the E39 community.

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=860874

I've been asked if I could produce the parts to make the repair. I've torn apart my good door to get measurements and have everything ready to go to make repair kits available for those of you that are interested. These parts will be nice, not like what are pictured in my original repair.

The repair kit will include parts to repair 2 rear window regulators for the typical broken slider problem. The kit will include the repair parts, nuts, bolts, proper drill bit, hex key, and instructions with pictures. All you will need are basic hand tools and a drill. To keep from having to print a lot of stuff I plan to send the instructions by email so be aware.

I'm not planning on getting rich here just helping other E39 owners with what is a common and expensive repair. Oh yeah, the price is $15 shipped in the US. I know sticker shock.... and I can take PayPal if it makes things easier.

These parts will only fit the rear regulators not the front.

If you are interested send me a PM and I'll hook you up, if this post breaks the rules delete it and you have my apology.

Thanks,
Lance

[PJB.]

Bump for a good guy, and to fix his link. I have no idea why yours isn't working:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=940631

[gundamit1]

Bump for lance and this kit, I just bought the kit and cant wait to install it. By the way lance when will I get the instructions...???:)

[chivas]

:thumbup:

[BASTOS D]

Thanks for thought! Has anyone used this kit successfully? I'm interested.

[Lancem]

Bump for lance and this kit, I just bought the kit and cant wait to install it. By the way lance when will I get the instructions...???:)

I sent them to your paypal account email, if it's not correct PM me.

Lance

[Lancem]

Thanks for thought! Has anyone used this kit successfully? I'm interested.

Not yet, first shipment goes out Monday. I have used it myself successfully and I recommend as preventive maintaince to prevent the failure from happening and leaving you with a window inop.

Lance

[PJB.]

Thanks for thought! Has anyone used this kit successfully? I'm interested.

It's only $15, go for it!! I don't need them, but they're good to have if I ever do need them. Ay Bastos, you'll be saying salamat!

[Synaps3]

Hey lance I will definitely buy one but I need about a week to decide. How long is this offer going to be open?

[MartinV]

Bump for Lance!!!!!!! You could also consider this preventive maintanence, because with the huge failure rate on the regulators its more of a when not an if.

Thanks Lance for posting it here, you have my order buddy.

[Lancem]

Hey lance I will definitely buy one but I need about a week to decide. How long is this offer going to be open?

I hadn't really thought about it, for a while at least. I have enough material to make more and probably will as long as there is a demand.

[Lancem]

I had a request for some pics of the repair parts, these pics are of one part and hardware which is all stainless, two sets are included in the repair kit.

Lance

[chivas]

you know, i would get them and change mine out eventhough they're fine... for now.

[gundamit1]

It's only $15, go for it!! I don't need them, but they're good to have if I ever do need them. Ay Bastos, you'll be saying salamat!


LOL:rofl: Yes you will be saying salamat!!!!


Lance I will double check again for the instructions if not I will definitely PM you.:thumbup:

[Raymond919]

Lance, you sound like a great guy to do this without trying to fleece everyone on the cost.

I replaced both rear regulators in 2007 and anticipate that the fronts might go (not sure if the previous owner replaced them or not). Put me on the list for the fronts if you get that finalized. I'd buy a set just to have on hand for when they eventually go.
Many thanks,
Ray (Raymond919@aol.com)

[Lancem]

Lance, you sound like a great guy to do this without trying to fleece everyone on the cost.

I replaced both rear regulators in 2007 and anticipate that the fronts might go (not sure if the previous owner replaced them or not). Put me on the list for the fronts if you get that finalized. I'd buy a set just to have on hand for when they eventually go.
Many thanks,
Ray (Raymond919@aol.com)

Thanks Ray,

Really the fleece is there, it's just that it's reasonable :)

Actually it's just that I've been doing stuff like this all my life at work and have a pretty nice shop setup at home that makes doing things like this pretty easy. Once you get the fixtures made it's sort of mass production time, so it's not like I'm spending hours making up each kit. I'm just lucky to have sources for material and experience doing things just like this that keeps the fleece reasonable and profitable enough for me to produce them. Of course then I keep thinking 100,000 + E39's produced times $15....... Wow sort of like hitting the lotto :)

Lance

[cn90]

Very clever.

I did the same thing on my E23 (sold) 1983 735i, FRONT driver's regulator.
The motor is made by Bosch (or ? Siemens) but the only thing broken was the same clip, so I made something similar and it worked great until I sold the car.

When people say regulator is broken in a bimmer, usually this is the culprit, NOT the motor itself.

Very clever!

[lenayres]

I didn't know about this solution last year when I paid big bucks to self repair (replace) my right rear window regulator. Yesterday, my left rear window did the same thing, so I would like to purchase your kit to fix this nagging problem. You mentioned that the purchase can by made via Pay Pal. If you wish to use Pay Pal, then I need your ID to initiate the transaction. Thanks in advance for posting this valuable alternative for the community.

[bimmerd00d]

IN like you wouldn't believe. As soon as I get home i'll get the payment out to you.

[nofun]

I hadn't really thought about it, for a while at least. I have enough material to make more and probably will as long as there is a demand.

If this offer is still available (looks to be, as it was posted just a short while ago) I think I need to take you up on it. Drivers rear dropped this weekend... JB weld just didn't hold up last time. If you could e-mail me directly (see e-mail below ) I'll arrange getting you payment asap.

nofun (bmwforums lurker in need of own workshop)
nofun97 AT yahoo DOT com

[Lancem]

email sent

[tspeed]

You got mail. I need your repair kit also.

Thanks

[fv9ers]

Hey Lancem,

Can you send me the information on how to order this part. My email is below.

fv9ers at gmail dot com.

Thanks,

[rijones]

Hi,

Window just broke 2 days ago. Noticed cable was not attached. Googled for a fix and within 15 minutes I find a great DIY forum and a dude who sells a repair kit. God I love the internet! I'll be happy to Paypal you $15. Can I get your email address somehow? Mine is n3ikq at yahoo dot com.

[Lancem]

fv9ers, rijones, email sent

Lance

[concepts]

how do i get a few i have 2 cars that need them

[400miles]

Lance,

Is this you? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140221891501

If so, I'll buy one there -- thanks for solving a pesky problem for all of us!

Dominic

[Lancem]

Dominic,
Yep that's me. $5 cheaper if you buy it from me on the board here.

Lance

[rustee]

Dominic,
Yep that's me. $5 cheaper if you buy it from me on the board here.

Lance

and free shipping too? and would it work for the front windows as well, sorry but i just tought it was faster than reading all other post :P :p

[Lancem]

Yep free shipping, no it won't work for the front windows.

Lance

[Beau6183]

Really wish this was all I needed... Took the door panel off and noticed the cable snapped/frayed/super-wound the spool.

[rustee]

Yep free shipping, no it won't work for the front windows.

Lance


r u gonna make a kit for the front windows??? my driver side is really f*** up :P

[Lancem]

r u gonna make a kit for the front windows??? my driver side is really f*** up :P

I'm hoping that someone will come up with a broken front regulator that they will send me. I don't want to tear into my car just to see what it would take as I need it going as my main vehicle right now. So if someone has a front regulator laying around let me know and we'll work something out, till I get one .....

[rustee]

I'm hoping that someone will come up with a broken front regulator that they will send me. I don't want to tear into my car just to see what it would take as I need it going as my main vehicle right now. So if someone has a front regulator laying around let me know and we'll work something out, till I get one .....


well i can tell you that on mine the cable goes over the lil tab on the rail and when it goes down ithe cble "jumps" over that tab and thats how it gets stuck...:P

[Pooch528i]

Lance, I need the kit.. Right rear window will go down but won't go up. my email cmborror@msn.com

thanks

[Lancem]

email sent

[POP$]

Hey guys,

Rear window broke yesterday. Found this post and would like to purchase the repair kit and get the repair instructions.

email walkerd03@hotmail.com

[Lancem]

Email sent POP$

[unis4000]

Drivers side rear window failed to go up or down - pressing the swtich activates the motor which remains on until the opposite direction on the switch is chosen.
Took the door panel off and the glass was wedged in the shut position with a piece of wood!!!!!
:mad:
If this kit will solve the problem then please put me down for 1 set.

[Lancem]

Drivers side rear window failed to go up or down - pressing the swtich activates the motor which remains on until the opposite direction on the switch is chosen.
Took the door panel off and the glass was wedged in the shut position with a piece of wood!!!!!
:mad:
If this kit will solve the problem then please put me down for 1 set.

I'm afraid that you may be past fixing that regulator, look and see if the cable is still there. I think that with the motor running until the other direction is selected means that the cable is broken, if it is broken this repair kit won't fix it. :(


Lance

[daverem]

hey lance u r a lifesaver. Maybe i am retarded but where do i send my $

[daverem]

hey lance u r a lifesaver. Maybe i am retarded but where do i send my $

my email is daveflex@hotmail.com thanx

[Lancem]

my email is daveflex@hotmail.com thanx

email sent, I'll be on vacation until may 12th so I'll catch up with you guys when I get back, have a good week!

Lance:thumbup:

[JMONEY97540i]

I just joined this site to obtain your repair kit for my rear window man could you email me info on how to obtain this jamesfolta@yahoo.com thanks sooo much

[Lancem]

I just joined this site to obtain your repair kit for my rear window man could you email me info on how to obtain this jamesfolta@yahoo.com thanks sooo much

Email sent, I'm back from vacation, wish I was still there, but if you have questions let me know.

Lance

[lyndakae]

I live here in Tampa fl and my back passenger window went today.
How do I go about getting this kit? I hear the motor running in the window but it won't budge.
Thank you

Lynda

[Lancem]

Lynda, PM sent,

Lance

[hawkbait]

Lance,
Please email the info... mbutzner@att.net Great idea !!

[Lancem]

Lance,
Please email the info... mbutzner@att.net Great idea !!


Email sent,

Thanks,
Lance

[Jeff73]

Lance,

Sounds like a good alternative. Please let me know what I need to do: Jeff919@gmail.com

Thanks!

[arvio69]

Hey Lance:
How do I get my hands on the regulator kit for the e39. Thanks.

[Lancem]

pm sent

[Jeff73]

Lance - You Rock! It took me roughly 4 hours to complete both windows. There was a little sanding and quite a bit of adjusting due to the metal getting tweeked, but the end result was perfect. Seriously, every E39 owner should know about this, because its a matter of when, not if!

Thanks!

Best $15 dollars I've spend in a while!

[jsaesaue]

hi lance,
My back window is crunching on an e39 chassis. Sounds like you are the savior for this notorious problem. How do I get a hold of your repair kit?
j

jayse88@hotmail.com

[Lancem]

Thanks Jeff73, nothing better than a happy customer :thumbup: So the next time you're in my area are you going to take me out for a beer with that $400 you saved :)

Jsaesaue,
Email sent,

Thanks all!
Lance

[jsaesaue]

Hey Lance,
I never got your mail about how to get a repair kit. Could you please try again?
jayse88@hotmail.com or
jsaesaue@stanford.edu

thanks again. From what I hear you are reaching super hero status.

j.

[Lancem]

Hey Lance,
I never got your mail about how to get a repair kit. Could you please try again?
jayse88@hotmail.com or
jsaesaue@stanford.edu

thanks again. From what I hear you are reaching super hero status.

j.

Email sent to both addresses, one should get through! Don't know about that super hero stuff but I think I've been able make some people happy, and that's all good!

Lance

[Greg68]

lol, I have had my car for a week the guy said there was a fix out there... i was giving a ride to my girlfriends nephew and the first things he did was roll the window down!! anyways my window is stuck down, I hope this $15 fix can save me big bucks. please e-mail me on how to order one of these.

greg dot lobato at gmail dot com

thank you!!

[Lancem]

lol, I have had my car for a week the guy said there was a fix out there... i was giving a ride to my girlfriends nephew and the first things he did was roll the window down!! anyways my window is stuck down, I hope this $15 fix can save me big bucks. please e-mail me on how to order one of these.

greg dot lobato at gmail dot com

thank you!!

Done

[justtune]

What is up with E39's?
Sunroof won't pop up and only slide...
2 front has problem... started to hear click sound than stop working few days later...
2 rear windows...one day these SOB stop working...

Can't wait till someone comes up with front repair kit.... I was able to fix my two rear with something similar as your LanceM.
Ugggg hot weather here in Denver sucks when your windows doesn't work... and wait till AC kicks-in... ;)

[rph74]

Lance, I need to buy a kit too. Please email me at rph74@hotmail.com, and I'll paypal you.

Thanks,

Chris

[Lancem]

Email sent Chris

[unis4000]

Lancem

can you send me instructions on how ro obtain the kit

[Lancem]

Lancem

can you send me instructions on how ro obtain the kit

PM sent

Lance

[orangebred]

Can you send me instructions on how to order the repair kit?

mduncan1@charter.net

[Designer_Dog]

Hi LanceM, I PM'ed you!

[Lancem]

E mails sent, orangebred adn Designer Dog

Lance

[540 M-Sport]

I have no idea of the exact cut off when the rear window regulators were improved, but my car was built in May 2001, and had one rear window regulator replaced in 2002 or 2003. This kit will NOT fit the rear window regulators on my car. I should have taken a picture, but the area where it would go has been redesigned to eliminate the weak point (now made from aluminum, not plastic, and designed differently). I had a BMW tech attempt to install them today and he showed me the difference, and we compared with the photos in the installation instructions, they are very different!

So I asked him why I had one fail anyway, and he said there are still plenty of other plastic parts in there that crack and fail, including the spool the cable winds on. Oh well. I gave the kits to my tech, as he owns a 99 540, so they should fit on his car, and he has a broken one right now. ;) He said even with his discount, those rear regulators are about $150 to $170 each. He said the normal customer price is over $300!

[Lancem]

Thanks for the info! I did some looking on realoem and it appears that 3/99 may be the change over to a new regulator. This was the first that I've heard of a difference, wish you would have taken a pic so we could see the difference. I'll make a note that this kit only works on pre 3/99 vehicles.

Lance

[regggggggg]

my parents just recently purchased this car for me and im starting to hear those ear crunching sounds coming from the rear windows. will this kit fix it? is hard to do? please, send me an e-mail with the info.
thanks

edit: forgot to put up my e-mail. :rolleyes:
regggggggg @ aim . com

[Lancem]

Email sent regggggg

Lance

[Rainman43]

Hi Lance, please send me Paypal info. My wife called, and told me she has one window down. I'd like to get 2 repair kits-one for each back window, it's a 1997 528i.
Thanks, Ray Lynch jrlnj@optonline.net

[Lancem]

Email sent Ray, love that color!

Lance

[manvee1]

Why didnt I see this Thread before i spent $475 last mth to fix my real regulator...eh? why

[Lancem]

Sorry you missed it!!!

[Rainman43]

Lance, Thanks for developing this window repair kit. I fixed the window on my '97 528i yesterday, and it works-just like a real window!

The original window slide on mine was bent and twisted, but after some filing with a Dremel, your kit fit, and it worked great.

I did find that the larger Torx bolt on my window was a #30, and I used a 2" wide plaster spatula to pop off the door panel-it worked more easily than a flat blade screwdriver.

Thanks again, your kit saved me a lot of money.

Ray

PS Glad you like the Barbera Red on my 335i

[Lancem]

Good deal Ray,
the window bolt seems to come in a couple of sizes, and seems to be more because of the day of the week instead of year of the car :) I love having happy customers!

Thanks,
Lance

[FJ540]

Anyone have the broken spool parts? I could probably make aluminum replacements for under $60.

[528iKerb]

I spent about n hour pulling the whole door apart, I leave for two seconds and my friend decides to take over on this project and pulls the motor off the regulator then a spring popped out and there went the whole project, there's no avoiding getting a regulator now. There's a guy over here that gives you 50 bucks for your old one, and charges 100 for a refurbished one with reinforced cables and such. I'm going to go that route, I tried Lance.

[Lancem]

I hate it when that happens! It's always hard to know when to tell your friends not to help too much :)

[hogster]

Lance
I sent you money.Are you going to ship item to me?

[andymcl2000]

i bought this, but DO NOT buy this if your wire that loops around the regulator is completely out of the track. Mine slipped out of both the pulleys, and it was IMPOSSIBLE to put it back in. Although, I installed this as preventative maintenance on the other side, and it is a great product!

[Lancem]

Lance
I sent you money.Are you going to ship item to me?


Shipped July 24, let me know if you don't get it by Saturday.

Lance

[jayaur]

Lance I need 2 or your kits. Please email me at jayaur@yahoo.com

[Lancem]

Lance I need 2 or your kits. Please email me at jayaur@yahoo.com

Email sent

[FredMars]

Lance - please send me the info - I need a kit too! frdmars@gmail.com

[Lancem]

Lance - please send me the info - I need a kit too! frdmars@gmail.com

Email sent,

Thanks,
Lance

[stoke4life]

my 2 rear windows dont work. lance sent me a message with info please. really interested for my 2 rear windows. thanks

[Lancem]

PM sent

Lance

[FredMars]

Lance - sorry did not get your email could you try again? frdmars@gmail.com

Thanks

[Lancem]

Lance - sorry did not get your email could you try again? frdmars@gmail.com

Thanks

No problem, email sent and a PM, a double wammy :) We'll get you hooked up one way or another!

Lance

[veets]

Lance, I have a 99 540 with a rear window stuck down. How can I order a couple of your kits?

shoenig@insight.rr.com

[Lancem]

Lance, I have a 99 540 with a rear window stuck down. How can I order a couple of your kits?

shoenig@insight.rr.com

Veets,

sent you an email with all the info.

Lance

[Ågent99]

Folks,

This is perfect for the DIY section. Don't hesitate to contact me to move such threads. I'm going to go ahead and move it.

Good Stuff! :)

[hrking]

hi lance would like the repair kit please email me Paypal instrux and etc to

fred.ramos AT db.com

Thanks Fred

[Lancem]

hi lance would like the repair kit please email me Paypal instrux and etc to

fred.ramos AT db.com

Thanks Fred

Email sent Fred,
Thanks,
Lance

[bmerbill]

THX for a great Kit lance I need to get one if you have any left ,my 98 popped the right rear today.

bmerbill@hotmail.com

Ill PP right away sir
THX Bmer

[Lancem]

THX for a great Kit lance I need to get one if you have any left ,my 98 popped the right rear today.

bmerbill@hotmail.com

Ill PP right away sir
THX Bmer

You're welcome, email sent.

Thanks,
Lance

[EuroFreak]

My window just died too.:thumbdwn:
Just sent you a PM Lance. :thumbup:

[Lancem]

My window just died too.:thumbdwn:
Just sent you a PM Lance. :thumbup:

PM back at ya!

Lance

[jjskull]

Hey Lancem. Can I get 2 of the repair kits that you offer?
my e-mail address is trejay28@netzero.com
Thanx for taking the time.

[Lancem]

U bet, email sent,

Thanks,
Lance

[taffer]

Hi, would like to order your repair kit. My email: taffer42@yahoo.com

and thank you for a needed fix!

[Lancem]

Hi, would like to order your repair kit. My email: taffer42@yahoo.com

and thank you for a needed fix!

Email sent and you're welcome :thumbup:

Lance

[taffer]

Hi, does anyone know how I can obtain this repair kit that Lance has available?

Thanks,
Ray
my email: rherndon98682@yahoo.com

[Lancem]

Hi Ray,
You've done what you need to, email sent :)

Thanks,
Lance

[aspis]

Hi Lance,
I am interested in your repair kit. Is it still available?

Thanks
my email: kfykas@verizon.net

[Lancem]

Kits are still available, email sent

Thanks, Lance

[midi69]

Lance, I need a kit too! I so happy to not be spending $200+ on this repair. Please PM me.

Regards,
Jeff

[bluewheeler]

Spent over $400 on the right door to have dealer replace the regulator. Now left has gone bad. It looked like the cable was bad on the right door. Not sure if the left is the same - but could this be more of a problem than your kit solves. Thanks for your help.

[Lancem]

Jeff,
PM sent

Bluewheeler,
If the cable is broken then it is past what my kit can repair, if the cable nut has broken free from the window slide then then that can be taken care of with the repair kit.

Lance

[Antique]

Spent over $300 earlier this year replacing right rear regulator after fix with JB weld failed. Now left rear window failed!!!

Would be most happy to purchase kit. Please e-mail me details:

pgmauro@hotmail.com

[Lancem]

Antique,
Email sent

Thanks,
Lance

[lablancjc]

This is sweet I was thinking of designing something for this exact same thing. This community rocks.

Lance if still available shoot me an email at
lablancjc@gmail.com

[tother]

Dear Lancem,

I would like information to order your kit, thanks for doing this...hope you hit 100,000 someday! (glad to see your offer, with dealer estimate today of 628 for one side!)

scott_tother@yahoo.com

Thx,
Scott

[tother]

Lancem,

Never mind, but thanks anyway... was breezing to fast through the thread b/c seemed too good to be true...missed that this is available only for E39... i have 325i.

Thx again,
scott_tother@yahoo.com

[greenram21]

Lance,
I would like to have the window fix also. Do you still have them? greenram21@yahoo.com

[Tufast]

Lancem, I'm also interested in purchasing the kit & instructions. I own a 01' 540i & have heard a little noise coming from the passengers rear window upon use & was guessing the regulator. Here is my email: jsheats69@yahoo.com
I do not have a credit card currently on PayPal due to paying them all off & cutting them up, but if its OK I'll send you a check or money order, then you can send me the kit, cool?

[ashraf75]

Hi Lance,
I am interested in your repair kit. Is it still available?

[ashraf75]

Hi Lance,
sorry my e mail ashrafis73@hotmail.com

[Lancem]

Email sent,
Thanks,
Lance

[Tufast]

Lance, if you still have the rear regulator kits available, please send the info to jsheats69@yahoo.com, I never received an email from you & I do want the kit.
Thanks

[Lancem]

Tufast,
Tried again, email sent!

Thanks,
Lance

[norotonfd]

I have a 1997 BMW E39 sedan and I belive I would love to buy one of your regulator repair kits.

I know the motor is working and I haven't tried to force the window at all. I think I have the common nut falling off problem.

Let me know if you have them in stock.

[Tufast]

Lance, thanks for the help, money order is on the way.

[Lancem]

norotonfd, PM sent ,

Tufast, Happy to help!

Lance

[bbking9]

Hey Lance -

I dont check this forum often - but please email me your PayPal address.

I need a fix for my left front window - 97 540i.

My email address is bbking9@lycos.com

Thanks in advance.

Billy

Oops - sorry - just noticed they on work on the rear. Thanks anyway.

[Lancem]

No problem Billy,
Just sent you an email explaining! :)

Lance

[dualband]

Hi Lance,
I have a 98 528i with a bad rear left regulator. The motor seems to be working because I can hear it. It's not supporting the window anymore though. Will your kit help me fix this? I'm not really sure what your kit has or what it does but I came across people getting this kit from you. If you think your kit can help me please let me know how I can order one. You can email me direct at dualband@comcast.net Thanks in advance.

[Lancem]

Email sent,
Thanks for your interest,
Lance

[Lancem]

Email sent,
Thanks for your interest,
Lance

[Tufast]

norotonfd, PM sent ,

Tufast, Happy to help!

Lance

Lance, still haven't received regulator kits yet, just curious if you had to manufacture the parts & that's the hold up or maybe it's with shipping. Its been about 3 weeks since I sent the money order & just wondering if you could give me an update.
Thanks Tufast:confused:

[Lancem]

My bad, PM sent

Lance

[Tufast]

My bad, PM sent

Lance

Thanks Lance, got PM

[ramansour]

OK,
Since my post about my repair of the rear window regulator over at bimmerforums it was suggested that I post here so that inexpensive fix could be spread across the E39 community.

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=860874

I've been asked if I could produce the parts to make the repair. I've torn apart my good door to get measurements and have everything ready to go to make repair kits available for those of you that are interested. These parts will be nice, not like what are pictured in my original repair.

The repair kit will include parts to repair 2 rear window regulators for the typical broken slider problem. The kit will include the repair parts, nuts, bolts, proper drill bit, hex key, and instructions with pictures. All you will need are basic hand tools and a drill. To keep from having to print a lot of stuff I plan to send the instructions by email so be aware.

I'm not planning on getting rich here just helping other E39 owners with what is a common and expensive repair. Oh yeah, the price is $15 shipped in the US. I know sticker shock.... and I can take PayPal if it makes things easier.

These parts will only fit the rear regulators not the front.

If you are interested send me a PM and I'll hook you up, if this post breaks the rules delete it and you have my apology.

Thanks,
Lance
I'd like to purchase this repair kit. What can I do to get this ASAP? My 528 regulaltor has been broken and the dealer wants about $380.00 just for the part. Since I've been laid off I need to pull my wrenches and start doing my own repairs.

Look forward to hear from you.

R Mansour

[ramansour]

Lance,

Sorry, My direct email address is ramsealbeach@hotmail.com. I'd like to receive the repair kit for the rear window regulator. Thanks for all your help. I'll send you a payment anyway that is the fastest for you.

R mansour

[Lancem]

Ramansour Email sent!

[Lancem]

As a note to everyone dropping in at this later point of the thread, I always have kits available and I take PayPal, shoot me a PM and I'll give you ordering instructions.

Photo installation instructions and some great videos showing the install are available at my site, www.bmwrepairkit.com

Remember Bimmerfest members get special pricing available only by PMing me!

Thanks and Happy Holidays everyone!
Lance

[malibuman65]

What does this part look like. I want to take a look at my regulators to see if your fix may work. It looks like it will cast me around $220 to put in rebuilt regulators myself from Ebay.

[Lancem]

Here's a photo of the repair kit, check out the photo instructions and the videos at www.bmwrepairkit.com for more information on how the repair part fits.

Lance

[iSOULTRAINi]

wow... almost spent unnecessary money on this... can you send me the info for 2. thanks!

isoultraini at YAHOO dot com

[Lancem]

isoultraini,
Sorry but the kit probably isn't going to work for you as the regulators changed midyear 99, your 01 uses a regulator that is different and the repair kit won't fit.

Lance

[ForrestBlackbur]

Lancem:

Thank you so VERY much for your solution. My front left (driver's) window is done and its snowing:thumbdwn: Do you have a fix kit for me?? Please email to: Forrest _ Blackburn at mac dot com and I will forward money to your PayPal ASAP.

Thank you in advance for your quick reply & Happy Holidays.

[ForrestBlackbur]

Lancem:

I suppose it would help to know that the vehicle is a '98.

Thanks.

[Lancem]

Lancem:

Thank you so VERY much for your solution. My front left (driver's) window is done and its snowing:thumbdwn: Do you have a fix kit for me?? Please email to: Forrest _ Blackburn at mac dot com and I will forward money to your PayPal ASAP.

Thank you in advance for your quick reply & Happy Holidays.

Sorry, the repair kit only works on the rear windows, I have looked into but do not have a repair kit for the fronts, their problems are usually much different than the rears, it's new regulator time I'm afraid.

Lance

[iSOULTRAINi]

so no fix for the '01s?!!! is it possible for you to come up with one? I can pay you the cost of the part(s) =S... It sucks cuz I dont want to pay $600 to have it fixed by the stealership, id rather do it myself!

[WVe28]

Lance, I'd like to purchase one of these kits from you. Could you send me payment information. Thanks! chrisrollins1 at gmail dot com

[born'n'bred-bmw]

Hi Lance, my 2000 540i was built 02/00. Will this repair kit work for it? If not, what are my best options to save money on this repair?

BTW, so thankful that there are people like you out there saving us all from costly trips to the mechanic! :thumbup:

[Lancem]

Lance, I'd like to purchase one of these kits from you. Could you send me payment information. Thanks! chrisrollins1 at gmail dot com

Sorry for the delay! email sent

[Lancem]

Hi Lance, my 2000 540i was built 02/00. Will this repair kit work for it? If not, what are my best options to save money on this repair?

BTW, so thankful that there are people like you out there saving us all from costly trips to the mechanic! :thumbup:

Hi,
Sorry but most likely not, Everyone seems to get the best price on regulators on ebay, that's where I would suggest you start looking.

Lance

[pdodsworth]

Hi Lance - Would also like to buy a kit. Please tell me how. Thanks

[Lancem]

Hi Lance - Would also like to buy a kit. Please tell me how. Thanks

PM sent,
Thanks,
Lance

[Al's540i]

Hi Lance,

I also need the kit. Does one kit cover both rear windows or only one? Both my rear windows are bad.

Anyways, PM me so I can make a purchase from you if you're still making them.

thanks.
Al

[Lancem]

Hi,
One kit will repair two rear windows,

PM sent,
Thanks,
Lance

[hrking]

It worked like a charm. I installed it rathr easily and it works perfectly.

Some idiot back ended me last night. Now I need to replace the bumper and other body work. Oh well at least I could opne my window.

Fred:rofl:

[Lancem]

Fred,
Always good to hear about the kit fixing another regulator, always bad hearing about another fender bender when some moron is at fault!! Hope you get it fixed quick.

Lance

[jeev3915]

this is great. the rear left window on my 1995 740i stopped working. I was wondering whether this would work for my car too. i am hoping that they have the same mechanism over the reange if their cars.

[upoyX5MR2]

Lance,
Wish this works on 2002 X5. Both rear ones just recently gave up on me. Salamat po!

[Lancem]

Sorry, if it was earlier it would! Compair the pics in my instructions or the videos and see if your regulators are simular or different. www.bmwrepairkit.com maybe the X5 is the same in the later years??

[truelies]

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=860874

The link is not work. Could you post it here? I also need the rear regularity.

[Lancem]

truelies,
Sorry but the repair kit won't work on a 2000 528i, regulators changed part number around the 6/99 build date and the design changed enough that the repair parts in the kit won't fit.

Lance

[russ55]

I need one of these pm me your paypal adress asap

15? shipped?

[Lancem]

PM sent. $15 shipped is correct

Thanks,
Lance

[mosearch]

i'll take a kit...please e-mail me the paypal invoice...

[Lancem]

i'll take a kit...please e-mail me the paypal invoice...

PM sent

Lance

[jarob98_528i]

Hey Lance...

i'll take one ... please email me

jdcoggins@gmail.com

[Lancem]

Email sent,
Thanks,
lance

[spintrex]

Hey Lance,

I drive a '97 528i and both passenger windows dont work. One goes down several inches while the other slides down and makes a crunching sound when trying to activate. Will the kit be able to fix both and can I have the information in how to get one?

Email me at: spintrex8@hotmail.com

Hope this works, these windows have been broken forever!

Thanks in advance,
~Chris

[Lancem]

Spintrex,
Sent you an email, FTI to all, the kit only repairs the back windows, no repair kit available for front windows!

Thanks,
lance

[loufong]

Lance,
I'd like to have two. WOuld you invoice me?
I have a 97 540. Thanks, louis
Virtualconcats@yahoo.com

[Lancem]

Done Lou

Thanks,
Lance

[IkeRay]

I need a set for a '97 528i, Lance.

email: IkeRay@gmail.com greatly appreciate it!

[Lancem]

Email sent IkeRay

Lance

[ebuendia]

Hi Lance:

I have a busted window on an e39 540i M-Sport. I would very much like to purchase the kit. Thanks!

[Lancem]

PM/email sent

Thanks,
Lance

[Brianin206]

I could use a set. Please pm the details.

[regggggggg]

i need a set for my back left window. please pm me info

[Allistre]

Hello Lance, I could use a pair. Please PM details.

~TY

[TurboEnginerd]

Ok for those of you who have made this repair. I have a question. I know that I definitely need to replace the whole regulator on my 2000 528i because the regulator cable is jammed up in the wheel and the slider is bent (among other things); however, I can't get my old regulator out. The top pulley, located behind the soft plastic and window glass, is attached with a torx bolt (T25-T30?). I tried to take a picture of it but couldn't get anything decent through the dirty plastic. There is only about a 1/4 inch of clearance between the glass and the bolt head, so how am I supposed to get a torx head in there? Anyone have the same problem? I am at a loss of how to take this thing out. Also, my dealer only supplies the regulator with attached motor for $346. Where did you guys find just the regulator, or if someone already bought one for the back right window and wants to fix the bracket with Lance's jig, I would be interested in purchasing it from you at a discount. I have the window taped for now, but that isn't going to do for long. Please help.

Jason

[Lancem]

Jason,
Take a look at the instructions and the videos at my site and it will show you how to remove the regulator. www.bmwrepairkit.com I think most have been buying regulators without the motors on ebay.

Lance

[nadlerma]

Lance - I need a set also - please PM the details.

[Lancem]

PM sent

[carry]

i need a window regulator repair kit for my bmw 528i 98 how much are they this my email ismel209@hotmail.com

[Lancem]

Email sent,
Thanks,
Lance

[Gifu]

How can I know if it is the nut or the cable? My right rear window, wouldnt come back up, I hear the motor running, and a thud when the glass should have reached the top, and again when it should reach the bottom... Dealer wants 450$ installed for a new regulator.....

[Lancem]

Typically if the cable breaks or comes off the pulleys things get bound up and will stall the motor out, since you can hear the motor running and the nut hitting top and bottom I'd say the nut has torn loose from the slider. The only real way to tell is to open the door pannel up and take a look. Take a look at the photo instructions and the videos at my site to see what you'll be looking for, www.bmwrepairkit.com

Lance

[mzamora46]

Hi Lance,
I sure could use a set, summer is coming fast.
thanks, Manuel
polymer210@hotmail.com

[EroticDrea]

So this kit fixs the little metal piece of metal that broke off the regulator that holds up the window?

[Lancem]

EroticDrea,

Yes, around the wire nut that is captured on the slider (as I call it) the metal bends and/or breaks away, freeing the wire nut and so then the window slides freely up and down with no control. The repair part captures the wire nut in the correct position and keeps it there with a nut and bolt, a permanent fix. There are photo instructions and install videos on my website, www.bmwrepairkit.com that will show you exactly what is in the kit and how it repairs the regulator. Bimmerfest members get the kit for $15 shipped, drop me a PM for ordering information if you are interested.

Thanks,
Lance

[Murphy1d]

Need one too Lance, and thanks for making the price cheaper for the forum members. This really helps out a lot!

I have a 98 540, and I will be needing both rear sides. PM me.

Thanks again

[Lancem]

Need one too Lance, and thanks for making the price cheaper for the forum members. This really helps out a lot!

I have a 98 540, and I will be needing both rear sides. PM me.

Thanks again

PM sent,

It was forum members that brought this all along to where it is today, figure you guys deserve a break :thumbup:

[angie r]

Hi Lance I sent you a PM I'd like to Pay Pal you but I cant seam to come up with your email address. thank you, Matt

[Lancem]

Angie r,
Email sent
Lance

[mugsy77]

Just sent ya a PM, Lance! Thanks

[mugsy77]

PM sent,

It was forum members that brought this all along to where it is today, figure you guys deserve a break :thumbup:


My friend was sad to find out you have a $15 fix as she spent two trips at BMW for the 'rig' that still leaves the window inoperable and her pocketbook $50 lighter each trip! =)

[Lancem]

PM sent mugsy, let's see if we can get her fixed up!!

Lance

[Stuart 214]

I have made several repairs over the years to my 97 528i for rear driver side window. This time the cable, which is still intact came off of the plastic wheels (track). Can I get the cable back onto the track? How? I have played with it for a short time and stopped to ask this question. Should I just plan on replacing it all?

[Lancem]

Stuart,
I'm working with a regulator out of the car so what I'm going to decribe may be best seen with it out of the car.

There are the two black plastic coated cable housings coming from the motor. At the motor end there is a spring on each one which tensions the housing. At the regulator end choose one of the housings and pull it straight out of the regulator doing so will take all of the tension out of the cable, string the cable as required to get it back to normal then making sure the cable housing is in it's holder at the motor end compress the spring and reinsert the housing at the regulator end, this will retension the cable and all should be good to go.

Hope this helps,
Lance

[Stuart 214]

Lance: Thank you very much. The regulator is still in the vehicle and even after I got it back into place using your instructions I noticed that the protective cable covering had come off one of the regulator ends. I also noticed that the plastic regulator wheel at the top had been nicked and cut in several places by the cable. I tried placing it back into the slot and around the cable but the cable remained loose. I feel certain it will slip out again. SO I bit the bullet and ebayed a new regulator. Viewing the videos I feel pretty good I can remove the glass from the car and replace the regulator if I have to. How hard would it be NOT to remove the glass and remove and then replace the top nut (10MM) holding the regulator? The motor works fine.
How do you remove the old regulator from the motor. Is it just couple of screws attaching them together?

Thanks

[Lancem]

People have removed the regulator without removing the glass but I think it's a lot tougher than taking the glass out. I'm pretty sure all you have to do to remove the motor is take out 4 screws and it pulls right out.

Lance

[Stuart 214]

Thanks Lance: I will let you know

[Stuart 214]

Lance: Job is done w/new regulator installed. I did remove the window but the 10mm bolt at the top CAN EASILY BE REMOVED with the window still in place in the UP position. The problem is once you remove it and take the regulator out RESTARTING the bolt is very difficult with the window in the door.
The old MOTOR (which I reused) came undone from the old regulator with 5 screws and was easy to reattach.
Thanks for your help.
JOB DONE

[JEM]

The '98 540i has broken both its rear window regulators, the first one long ago the second one last year (in the CCA corral at the Monterey Historics as we were loading up to head to the hotel...) and I wish I'd found this then.

The '00 M5 right rear window is making the same clicking noise the '98 did (in large measure, no doubt, because our three-year-old now has control of her own window) and I'm assuming the failure is going to be similar. The part # changed midyear '99 - anyone able to tell me how different the new unit is?

Lance, do you have parts for the later ones?

Thanks.

[Lancem]

JEM, Sorry for the delay in answering your post, No I don't have anything for the later regulators, I've never been able to get hold of one to see what it would take to repair one.

Lance

[FrantzFanon]

Lance on one of my BMW528i's the regulator has crapped out. Do you still have those great kits you were making? Please:)

[Lancem]

Frantz, PM sent, I've still have kits available.

Lance

[JPadge]

Hey Lance-

I've got a 528 with both rear window regulators broken. I'd love to get a hold of one of you kits if they are still available.

Thanks,
Jordan Padgett

[roaringe39]

Hi Lance M,

I finished the repair on both my rear E39 window regulators and they work great now. I would like to mention that when I initially installed them the extra metal added to the slider by the kit rubbed against the door pillar. I didn't want to remove them and sand the pillar as suggested, so instead i pullled on the regulator track to create more space between it and the pillar and after about 5 minutes of bending it out the window moved up and down smoothly with no hesitation. Thanks for the kit:)

-Fil

[Lancem]

Good deal, yes some cars hit some don't one door of mine did and I spaced it out with a piece of folded intertube, pretty much the same thing you did just not as scarry :)

Enjoy and Thanks!

Lance

[97boulder540i]

I'd like to purchase a kit. How do I do so?
Also the cables have come off the pulleys in the regulator. Any info on how to properly re-route them?
Thanks!

[Lancem]

PM sent on order info, To redue the cable, once you have the regulator out of the car you will see the 2 plastic cable housings that run betweent he motor and the regulator, pull one of them out of the regulator, that will give you the slack you need in the cable to restring the regulator. Once you have the cable restrung, push back on the housing you disconnected to compress the spring at the motor end and get the housing back into the regulator, this will retension the cable and you should be good to go.

Lance

[- Mover -]

Hi Lance,

Both rear regulators broke. 98 540i. Although I haven't read all the posts (and bimmerforums link has a problem for me), please sent email to

d_d69@ymail.com

with whats required.

[Lancem]

Email sent

Lance

[bdf925]

Left rear window needs your fix. Please send me the details of how to order your kit.
Thanks

[Lancem]

PM sent.

Lance

[griffinok]

Hello Lance,

I have a 540i that have the same problems in both the right and left doors. Can I get information from you to where I can send to get your kit?

Thank you very much!

[Lancem]

PM sent,

Lance

[jjeff29]

I would like to order that repair kit if still available.

[Lancem]

pm sent jjeff29

Thanks,
Lance

[97boulder540i]

Does anyone have instructions on how to route the cables in the regulator? I've got the kit to fix the issue, but the cable has come off all the pulleys and I can't figure out how to get them back on. I haven't been able to fine a good picture or instructions anywhere either.

[Lancem]

I'd send you some pics but I'm in Korea this week... To get slack in the cables so you can restring it take and remove one of the plastic coated cable housings from the regulator, they run between the motor and the regulator. This will allow you to restring the cable and then when you are ready push the housing against the spring at the motor end and put the other end back into the regulator.

lance

[97boulder540i]

Thanks Lance,
Any pictures you could post when you get back would be helpful.
Thanks!

[MatWiz]

Does anyone have instructions on how to route the cables in the regulator? I've got the kit to fix the issue, but the cable has come off all the pulleys and I can't figure out how to get them back on. I haven't been able to fine a good picture or instructions anywhere either.

I have started a thread here, that I never finished... :(

But it has many pictures and you can see how to reassemble the regulator back together. I did this 2 years ago and it is still good. (touch wood... !!!).

It will be much easier for you if you have another pair of hands to help you. You need somebody with strong hands. You need to squeeze the spring all the way in when you put that together. But in the end, my friend did not help me good enough, and I did it by myself on my kitchen table. You'll need to have very strong fingers... :rofl:

Anyway, here is the link: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2572558#post2572558

Good luck,

mw

[sam siu]

lance,

I am looking for a passenger rear window regulator repair kit for my 2000 bmw 540i.Can I purchase your kit from you?

[Lancem]

Hi Sam,
Sorry the kit only works on cars manufacutred up to 6/99, a different regulator was used after that date and my kit won`t fix it.

Lance

[GerryMac]

Hi Lance... Can you let me know how to order the kit. I have a 97 528i, you are a $$$ saver - Thanks...

Gerry

[sam siu]

Lance, I checked the manufacture date on my 2000 540i, it is 7/99.You think your kit might work? How do I confirm it? I just have to replace a bad cable.

Sam

[Lancem]

GerryMac pm sent

Sam siu, I haven´t had time to put up pics on my site showing the differances between the old and new regulator, but I sugest going to my site and looking at the photo in the instructions then pulling your inner door panel off and looking at the regulator. If it is the same you are good to go. The regulators look a lot different so you should be able to tell if you have a new or old. my site is www.bmwrepairkit.com

Lance

[sam siu]

Lance,Thanks for your reply.I found out it is newer regulator. Do you know how I remove the top bolt of the regulator so I can replace the whole unit.Is it through the hole in the glass? but i can't get them to line up.

Sam

[Lancem]

You'll have to remove the glass, follow the instructions on my site, the only difference between your car and the one in the instructions is the newer regulator.

Lance

[sam siu]

Lance,

Thank you for your help.I ordered the regulator yesterday.I hope to get it replaced next week.


Sam

[Lancem]

Let me know if there is anything else!

Lance

[bob98540i]

Hi, Lance.
I'd be interested in one of your rear window repair kits. Please let me know what I need to do. Thanks!

Bob

[Lancem]

PM sent with the info Bob,
Thanks,
Lance

[jafarian]

I have a 97 528i and my rear right window has the same problem. If the kit works for my car, then I would very much like to order it. Please let me know how to order. my email is jafarian@yahoo.com

[Lancem]

PM sent,
Thanks, Lance

[couli52MPI]

OK,
Since my post about my repair of the rear window regulator over at bimmerforums it was suggested that I post here so that inexpensive fix could be spread across the E39 community.

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=860874

I've been asked if I could produce the parts to make the repair. I've torn apart my good door to get measurements and have everything ready to go to make repair kits available for those of you that are interested. These parts will be nice, not like what are pictured in my original repair.

The repair kit will include parts to repair 2 rear window regulators for the typical broken slider problem. The kit will include the repair parts, nuts, bolts, proper drill bit, hex key, and instructions with pictures. All you will need are basic hand tools and a drill. To keep from having to print a lot of stuff I plan to send the instructions by email so be aware.

I'm not planning on getting rich here just helping other E39 owners with what is a common and expensive repair. Oh yeah, the price is $15 shipped in the US. I know sticker shock.... and I can take PayPal if it makes things easier.

These parts will only fit the rear regulators not the front.

If you are interested send me a PM and I'll hook you up, if this post breaks the rules delete it and you have my apology.

Thanks,
Lance

Hello Lance, I think I need one of these. My left rear windows is off about 1/2 inch from the top. Please advise.

[Lancem]

PM sent, kits still available

Thanks,
Lance

[m8140]

Yup. I need a kit as well. PM me please and all get payment out asap. Thx.
I saw a mention about a front right fix. Has that been sorted out? I am about to lose the front right.

[Lancem]

PM sent, sorry nothing available for the fronts, they are too different in design and there is no easy fix for them.

Lance

[m8140]

PM sent, sorry nothing available for the fronts, they are too different in design and there is no easy fix for them.

Lance

So sorry for asking that question AGAIN. I feel like a dipsh!t. Obviously I skipped from the first page to the last. Thx a $1000. Ill paypal asap.

[Lancem]

Hey no problem, this thread is getting long and some of the info is just burried in pages of requests.

Lance

[m8140]

I watched the youtube video and it seemed as if you could see the parts that need to be combined in the kit. Is it not possible to complete the repair with the regulator in place? Maybee slide a wood block behind it to do the drilling. This would obviously leave little room to tighten the nut but it looked doable in the video.

[m8140]

I deleted the paypal info by mistake. Can you please send it again. Srry!!

[Lancem]

You can give it a try but I've never had anyone tell me that they did it in the door. I think once you get the door opened up you'll be able to decide better.

PM sent with the info.

Lance