Window switches won't install into console

[Ron]

Depending on how much more room you need, you might try:
-Pull the switch up.
-Record the order the wires connect to the switch.
-Unplug the switch.
-Remove the plug by pressing small tabs on connectors. (Stow away/discard it.)
-Cover the wire connector ends with heat shrink.
-Connect wires to switch as recorded.
-Install switch.

Worked for several of us....

[Bitsyncmaster]

Depending on how much more room you need, you might try:
-Pull the switch up.
-Record the order the wires connect to the switch.
-Unplug the switch.
-Remove the plug by pressing small tabs on connectors. (Stow away/discard it.)
-Cover the wire connector ends with heat shrink.
-Connect wires to switch as recorded.
-Install switch.

Worked for several of us....

I soldered wires onto the switch pins and put a connector on those wires. That way there is no connector on the bottom of the switch.

[Ron]

I like that that.

Sounds like another plug'n play item you could market...

[Bitsyncmaster]

I like that that.

Sounds like another plug'n play item you could market...

I used a different connector. You would need to find a mating pin connector for the stock sockets.

[Ron]

I used a different connector. You would need to find a mating pin connector for the stock sockets.

Ah... In that case, I'll probably stick with Un-Plug'n Play.

[Timebender]

Depending on how much more room you need, you might try:
-Pull the switch up.
-Record the order the wires connect to the switch.
-Unplug the switch.
-Remove the plug by pressing small tabs on connectors. (Stow away/discard it.)
-Cover the wire connector ends with heat shrink.
-Connect wires to switch as recorded.
-Install switch.

Worked for several of us....

Good idea and easy fix.

[Timebender]

I'd like to address your concerns in order;

A) The bit we supply is 3/32" which normally works perfectly to predrill the hole for threading. I've personnally installed dozens without those problems and have only have heard of only one other retention issue early on before we supplied the drill bit along with the screws.

B) The screws we use are 4-40 x 3/8" which in all known cases is sufficient reach to secure the plate despite any console distortions encontoured. I think we used a 1/4" length on the earliest examples which may explain your issue. BTW they are selftapping machine screws but you still need to start with a pilot hole. A 3/32" bit is just big enough to allow the self tapping feature to work and makes for a surprisingly strong thread. To my knowledge both of these issues were resolved after the first few units were delivered and have not heard anyone having this issue since. The screws are neccessarely small however and I imagine it is very possible to strip them if they are overtightened.

C) I agree the grey pad does stain easily but is made from "abrasion resistent" rubber which cleans easily with a little soap and water. The black rubber pad does not have that issue but is not as dense and benefits from a drop or two of superglue to lock it in place. The grey pad holds its postion better and does not need any glue so it can be removed for cleaning easily.

We are always looking to improve our products where possible and would appreciate any suggestions/onservations on your part. Your first two issues have to my knowldge been addressed and I welcome feedback both good and bad on these or any other concerns.
Rob

Thanks Rob- yes the screws are very short- so most likely from the first bunch sent out. It's like they just weren't long enough to reach.
I'll swing by my local hardware store to get some longer ones as soon as i can- have to head out to D.C. for the week and thus won't get to play with or drive the DeLorean.

But overall a nicely made product and just some small "bugs" with it- but it is nice that it blocks accidental button pushing...

[jawn101]

+1 to the Mattaligner. Perfect solution to the problem. Was surprised how easily it installed and how thoroughly it corrected the issues. I might have omitted the raised anti-bump lip in a perfect world as it looks a little weird. But its function is clear and it does a good job of it.