Good Door Lock Actuators...Help!

89five.o

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I was just wondering if any of you know of long lasting aftermarket door lock actuators. I'm really tired of taking my door panels off to replace these things. The last ones I got from 50resto lasted about 2 months. If the factory ones can last 17 years I'm sure there are some better ones out there. Thanks.

 

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Follow this link to fix your door lock actuator problems http://bellsouthpwp.net/l/r/lrichker/Mustang_tech/door_actuator_fix/1_of_8_door_actuator.htm

Stuck with door lock actuators that don't work and don't want to pay the $50+ for a new one? Tried the junkyard ones and found that they last six months and freeze up?

A new actuator for less than $5. Fix one side for $18, do both sides for only $25. I don't sell parts, I don’t make any money off of the upgrade, I just tell you how to do it cheaply and easily.

I have been using the door lock actuators for over 3 years now with no problems.

 

89five.o

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Looks interesting, I might have to look into this if I have the patience. Any other sites that sell long lasting ones?

 

HISSIN50

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• Feb 15, 2007

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Another vote for JRichker's method. He's very very detail-oriented so his write-up looks a little daunting. When you go to actually swap actuators, it takes no time at all (*note that in my case, I studied his final product and made substitutions for parts I had on hand).

Good luck.