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Installing SPAL Power Windows on CRX

Finally I bought the SPAL Power Windows conversion kit. SPAL Kits pretty much fit any car on the market.
Installation was straightforward and it took me about 5 hours to do the job. I used power switches I had, not the SPAL recommended. The reason I used them is that they do not require relays.

I am not discussing here how to remove door covers. You can see them removed here and it's time to get busy.

First I wanted to see where I could fit mechanism inside the door. Motor fits great right next to seatbelt mechanism. Just don't get too close to it so belts can do the job.

All steps pretty much covered in SPAL Kit manual. I am just trying to show how easy it is to install it. Basically power windows kit just uses existing windows mechanism by removing the crank. Kit has adapters for most cars and all you have to do is set parts in a right order.

Once you have found right parts for your cranking mechanism - attach torque reaction arms on the proper sides. Cut them if necessary and install rubber bushings. After that just drill screw holes.

Here is how installed mechanism look like on my CRX.

Now it's time to install SPAL crank plug. All you have to do is make the right hole for it. I used exacto knife. Once you have made the right diameter hole just insert the plug holder and the spring ring. All parts provided in SPAL kit.

This is the toughest SPAL installation part I have encountered. First I had to find the electric diagram for switches I had (I didn't use original SPAL switches). It took me about 2 hours searching the Net. In my opinion the best place for switches - parking brake handle cover. They fit nicely there and can be easily reached.

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