head light motor repair

[mpgiani@comcast.ne]

What is the best way to remove the headlight motors? I have the passenger side that is really slow and sticky. The driver side will go up but is also running slow. Could it be the swith? I rebuilt it twice using JB weld to build up the plastic on the rocker that was worn out.

[luvnvettes]

I've had the motors out of my 63 and its not difficult....but its been a while.
Disconect the wires and remove motor and drive (gear box) as a unit. When on a bench its easy to access the gears. Typically the grease gets old and sticky or is non-existant. Clean gears and inside of housing then relube with white lythium (my preference) or moly. I would not use a heavy wheel bearing type grease. Check all electrical connections for corrosion and clean. Place a SMALL amount of di-electric grease on plugs and check for good grounds.
If the motors are running and not making noise...they should be fine. Your issues are in the gear boxes.