Swapping electric window for manual on a Fabia Mk1?

[budfox]

Hi all.

My brother's Fabia has got a failed front electric windows. All of the wiring seems OK and I think we're looking at a big repair bill for something electronic and expensive. (Probably the comfort control module as that's what research suggests).

As an alternative I'm wondering about fixing a manual window mechanism in the door instead:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SKODA-FABIA-2001-DRIVERS...

He really won't care as long as it can be operated. Anyone know if this would work? Life is rarely that simple...

Cheers

[marmitemania]

I think that should fit OK as the actual door carcass should be the same. The only thing I would check is that the glass attachment is the same, again it should be I can't see VAG making to many things different after all the cars are all the same with just a different badge. Just make sure when you fit it that any wiring for the electric window is tucked or taped out the way, do not cut it as all hell will break loose. also lubricate the mechanism cable and the runners before you fit it, these things are known for breaking easily.

[budfox]

Cool thanks, that will be a cheap fix.

[marmitemania]

Just a thought obviously you will need to cut a hole in the door card and you will also need the winder handle. This all hinges on the door card having room for the wider to fit as I think the electric window ones have a bigger arm rest.

[budfox]

Yes, I figured I'd have to cut a hole for the winder, but the replacement bit is only £36.00 so I'm happy to take a punt.