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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 04:03 PM
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Default Window Regulator Compatability

I have an '89 Civic DX 3dr Hatch. I have non-power windows and the regulators in both doors are messed up. I'm having lots of trouble finding new regulators. Everything I see is for a 4dr. I would prefer to get new non-power regulators but i'm willing to get powered ones if I can find them. My question is are the regulators for the front doors of a 4dr fit in the 2dr? Thanks in advance.
 
Old Sep 22, 2012 | 04:47 PM
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4 door regulators are definitely not compatible. You can still buy a new one for the left door here:
Honda Automotive Parts
The right door may take some digging. I wouldn't mess with a used driver's door regulator since they take heavy wear from drive-thrus, toll booths, etc. but used should be OK for the right.
 

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Old Sep 28, 2012 | 01:18 PM
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This is gonna be a headache. I'd totally buy the power window kit if I could find it!!!!
 
Old Sep 28, 2012 | 01:37 PM
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4 door can be made to fit actually.

You swap the rails from the manual regulator to the power one. I've seen a diy on it and found the regulators myself to do it one day.

If you find power locks in a 4 door, grab the front door latches and look rods while you're taking out the regulators. OEM power locks!
 
Old Sep 28, 2012 | 01:43 PM
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The rails are whats the problem right now. Currently the whole window setup is messed up.
 
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