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Author:  Klonkie [ 22 Jan 2016, 07:25 ]
Post subject:  Cable Clinic - Parow

Wayno and I are currently busy with a friend's Corsa C (Gamma) GSi where both the rear electric windows decided to no longer work.

On the one side the cable and motor were physically broken after someone tried to break into the car while on the other side the window simply stopped working - at first we thought it was the motor.

After removal Wayno sourced a recon'd motor to replace the broken one. What we also found is that the guides that keep the cables in place on the arm of the mechanism is made of plastic and they were both broken... and course these are not sold separately.

Quote from GM for two new mechanisms ~R5000 ... each. :|

Eventually Carl recommended Cable Clinic and it turns out that electric windows are one of their specialties, including the repair of any broken bits. Prices start from ~R700 per window and can go up to about R1300. In this instance we paid R1400 in total for both windows, including new cables and replacement of all plastic bits that are broken. And they offer same day service.

Have to say that their service up until now has been awesome.
We're collecting the mechanisms today and I'll comment again about the quality and workmanship once the windows are working again.

Author:  Shad [ 22 Jan 2016, 09:40 ]
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shweeeeet dude thanks for the useful info, a man never knows where to go or who to contact concerning electronics and cabling.

Author:  Gouraami [ 22 Jan 2016, 12:52 ]
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I have used them a few times for cables, I would definitely give them a thumbs up

Author:  DJ7 [ 22 Jan 2016, 14:30 ]
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Kwaai info Klonkie.

I know Vaux has used them for clutch cables for Corsa B and was also very happy.

Author:  Klonkie [ 16 Feb 2016, 11:21 ]
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So yeah .. we got the cables back the next day .. job well done with new plastics, service, greased up and motors tested in place.

:Bravo:

Wayno (and I) had to fit them back about 2 week ago - turns out the motors / switch on a Corsa C needs a reset once you fit them. Disconnect the battery for about 30 mins or leave the car overnight.
Imagine how confused we were when everything was fitted .. plugged in .. and nothing. :|

One window started working after a 10 minute disconnect - the other, the next morning, but subsequently stopped working again due a faulty switch.

Just something to bear in mind if you need to do yours.

Author:  cyberpuppy [ 16 Feb 2016, 12:47 ]
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Every time I hear about prices from GM I just want to punch something.

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