I have a convertible which is even worse on the space issue and tried the cable driver route.. not enough torque to roll up and down the windows is what happened. So I turned the motor around and welded a bracket to the regulator and a bit of sheet metal cutting and it's done. motors cam from 90's dakotas,rams and big vans.
motor with bracket made
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how the gear fits into the regulator
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yes, it fits behind the panel (close) this side has to be clocked more so I can get adjustment without hitting the door jamb
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