Auto body repair & detailing/Window regulator

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Expert: William Forster - 6/10/2009


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Five weeks ago I had the driver's side window regulator replaced in my '05 Land Rover Disco. (it would up & down crooked, but wouldn't go all of the way up.) This week the window went all the way down and won't go up at all. Is this all part of the same problem?  I am a single "girl" and I don't want the repairman ripping me off. Thank you so much for your response!

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Lauren, it sounds like the motor failed. It's not related to the regulator problem, its just a sad coincidence- unles the new regulator came with a motor- sometimes they do, sometimes not. If it had a new motor on it, then the regulator should be covered under parts warranty. bill

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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.

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