mk 1 window regulator drivers side

[abryant]

on trying to fit a new drivers side window regulator to the motor the spool unwound   how do you get it re tensioned and onto the   motor   can you help     

[gregers]

yes its a right P.I.A.
this is where you need 3 hands,

when i done this to keep the tension on all parts i used my foot,i kid you not.or you could use a vice or something similar,took me a few attempts but got there in the end.

[abryant]

thanks for the reply   .after 10 attempts  8 garages and ford main dealer all said it cannot be done  .its great to know it can..  i will try again any other info on how would be great thanks  A.J

[gregers]

not really,just look at it logically,take your time and once youve done you will realize its actually quite simple.