How to install a Motion Windows Window in a van
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2018
- Here we install a motion windows window in the sliding door of a 2015 Promaster High roof van. Please like and subscribe for more videos.
Tools needed:
Jigsaw with metal blade
Screwgun (This window needs square bits for the screws)
Drill bits
Blue tape
Marker/Sharpie
Cardboard Template
Windows - in this video we used: www.motionwindows.com/ram-pro...
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The 0,1,2,3 setting is for reciprocating action. 0 is no reciprocation, the blade is moving just up and down and it’s best for cutting metal.
1,2,3 is for aggressive wood cutting
GREAT JOB GUYS !!! You make it look so easy but for me I would overthink the install especially the cut HA HA HA. Vid is User Friendly Step By Step with Tips for Dummies Like Me.
Glad you liked it! I don't believe it's called over thinking. I believe it's measuring many times and cutting once. A hole that is too big is quite a bummer! Better get it right the first time. Check out my other vids for more how to's. There will be more coming but I've been swamped converting vans and I can't video everything. There is also great content on our website at levityvans.com. Adventure awaits!
Liked the POR 15 in a spray can thanks. I have to put syrian wrap under my lid each time. ✌
That's a good call!
@@LevityVans Found a better way use 1qt rubbermaid to pout the remainder in, as opposed to solidifying for lack of can seal.
Hi! First, thank you so much! You make this seem possible to do myself. One question though - Have you ever used or would you consider using an electric metal cutter shear? It seems like it would be easier to use than the jigsaw with less metal shavings flying loose. In the tool description, it states that it will cut through up to 18 gauge sheet metal but I have no idea how thick the Promaster walls are.
Hi Wendi. Thanks for the comment and I'm glad the video helped you. I've considered these many times but in most of the windows I install, I'm at the edge of the door bead and not as much in the center of the door. So, it makes it much harder to round the corners. I also question how well and accurate the electric shears would do around a corner. I've used manual shears to clean up edges and that's pretty effortless but even those are hard or impossible in corners. I've also used a nibbler which makes less mess but some only go in a straight line and the ones that don't are harder to control. Lastly, I think most vans are in range of what an electric shear can cut but depending on where you are installing a window, you may need to first cut out any structural supports behind the window that would be too thick for the shears. I hope that helps 🙂
Thanks for the video. I'm doing exact same install on my PM slider now. Q regarding your install. If I'm interpreting your install right, your top cut was just inside the support frame of the interior van wall. This would seem to put the trim ring across both a double and single width of sheet metal. Did the window seal okay that way? Curious as I'd like to install my window as high as possible too. Thanks!
Thanks for the question. The purpose of the inside ring is only to pull the window tight to the outside surface. It doesn't have anything to do with the actual seal. Because of that, as long as the trim ring is pulling the window in, you should have a great seal.
Looks Great...so when will the build be done? Would like to see your ideas.
About to make a video answering that question.
Hey Deryk! I've been working on many other vans and not my own but in the between times I've been working hard to get mine done. You can see progress as well as other work I'm doing on my Instagram by searching levityvans.
Thanks for the video, I've been looking for a breakdown since I got the same window for my van. When you made the templet did you make it with the inside frame still on or off? Thanks
Hey Steve! Thanks for the comment, we made the template with the inside frame off. Hope this helps!
@@reecemcdaniel8207 thanks for the reply. It does help, thanks again
Hi there :) since the door “rib” on the inside is thinner then the rest of the structural ribs of the van, did you cut through them with the jigsaw with no problem? I’m putting mine on the door as well, and noticed that usually people have to use an angle grinder to cut the ribs.
If you are talking about the thin vertical piece in the middle of where the window gets installed, yes you can cut it out with a jig saw with no problem. If you are putting in one of these windows that doesn't fill the whole space, it is sometimes nice to use an angle grinder to cut that whole rib out but that is more for aesthetics then anything. I hope that made sense.
Nice video. How did you do the inside lining on the door?
I'm not sure what you mean... Will you expand please?
I'm not sure what you mean. Will you please expand?
Gentlemen, how much would it cost to install just this window in a low top 136 wb promaster?
For install estimates, visit levityvans.com and click "Tell us about your project"
Nice ,work buy ears protection cutting metals is very pain full for the ears drums !😩👂👍✋
Good suggestion! I'm the one wearing ear protection. My dad was fairly deaf at a young age so I'm on top of protecting my ears. My friends van that we were installing this window on, did not accept my offer of ear protection...
Any idea of why the window is bowed like that? The panel on the door is straight isn’t it?
Thanks for the question Josh. The door has a slight curve to it. The CRL windows that I've installed on this model van match the curvature of the panel. These motion windows have to bend so the don't stick out on the top and bottom. In my opinion, the don't need to bend as much as they do as the curvature is very minimal.
Cool! I just ordered two rear windows, the sliding door window and the little slider for my promaster I’m going to be starting soon! Thanks for the video
Sure thing! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. My direct contact info is on my website levityvans.com. Happy install 😀
Hey Josh. How did the install go? Wishing you the best on your conversion!
good job..get some eye protection..
And some gloves
How much were the windows
No idea. That was a while ago!
never pull out!