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1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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raggmopp
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Nov 12, 2011, 1:24 PM
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1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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After over a year of the driver's side seat jerking back and forth when moved, it now won't move at all. I only get clicks when I press the button forward. The seat does move if someone gets in the back seat and pushes with their feet while I push the button, but hardly a reasonable solution. The car has two drivers, one with long legs and one with short legs, so just leaving the seat in one position isn't an option.
Is there a problem with choosing a used driver's seat track assembly over a new one? Is this such a common problem with this car that there's a good chance I'll have the same problem with the used one and have to replace it again?
I've gotten several quotes from repair shops and they have all quoted me replacement and labor costs of around $1,000. I asked my main shop to look into a used one but haven't heard back from him. . . I think he's stalling. I've researched it myself online and found several available, all with a 30 day guarantee. I'm just worried I'm being penny wise and pound foolish in opting for a used one, even though it's at least $400 cheaper. Thanks for any info you can give me.
I have a 1999 Lincoln Contental, 8 cylinders, 123,000 miles
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Sidom
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Nov 12, 2011, 1:40 PM
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Re: 1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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Used electrical parts is always a gamble.....Just sitting around after use is a killer.
Hard parts isn't so bad you can inspect them & see what you have. With electrical you won't know what you have until you install it and even if it works, there is no guarantee for how long....
None of the shops I worked in would install used electrical for that exact reason. If it goes south it's always a problem and just not work the risk....Could be why you guy is taking so long......
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raggmopp
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Nov 12, 2011, 1:42 PM
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Re: 1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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Probably the best advice. Thanks.
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Hammer Time
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Nov 12, 2011, 1:43 PM
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Repair shops are always reluctant to supply used parts because they have to stand behind them. You could end up with the same problem on a used one if they can't test it for you first. The other problem you may face is finding the right one whether yours has memory presets or not.
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Tom Greenleaf
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Nov 12, 2011, 1:57 PM
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Haven't had the joy of fussing with one on a Continental but will give this a shot. First I'm shocked at the prices! Most of that crap just get squished w the rest of the car when it's been plucked enough that the metal is worth more than taking up space at places around me and it is expensive real estate.
This could just be the motor if used a lot probably just wore brushes out or poor, very poor contact. Could be all wrong but historically ONE motor at least on the few with troubles did the six functions of fwd, back, front up + down, rear up + down -- most recline was manual but if power probably a separate motor.
Hard to say for sure on this one so take a look under there if you can. Does it do any other functions? If so probably NOT the motor. Anything caught up in mechanisms or reason for anything to be bent?
If destined for a new or used rack w motor and contraptions watch out if any rust as most go thru to welded threaded block to the floor pan and love to break. Get some PB on it from underside now and keep doing that or this could end up a whole lot harder.
Here's a plain phone # that told me they will ship that I use for used parts. 978-562-6393 (no web site) Mass, USA. I've heard of so little trouble I'd be inclined to go used..........
T
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Tom Greenleaf
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Nov 12, 2011, 1:59 PM
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Yikes you guys are fast!
Tom
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re-tired
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Nov 12, 2011, 4:09 PM
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What is the overall condition of the car ? Are you planning to keep it for aqt least 3-5 years ? $1000 bucks for a seat track assy is kinds steep. But you are talking
LINCOLN .If you got a grand lying around get a new one by all means . If it were me I would unbolt the seat from the floor . Lie it on its back and operate the controls .If the motor tries to turn but the drive link twist then look for where its jammed . If the motor does nothing ,try lightly tapping it wth a small hammer while working the switch at same time .
LIFE'S SHORT GO FISH
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autotecha
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Nov 13, 2011, 12:18 PM
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Like Re-tired said, if you have the money buy new but if not looking at keeping the car for an extended period of time go used. I did a Town car about a year ago for a repeat customer that needed new heated seats elements, module and motor for the adjustments and we put on used parts and they are still functioning. The main thing when dealing with used parts is to test and inspect prior to installation. The owner was short on money and winter was kicking in so we decided to do this used... She still comes for service and its allgood
*******ASE Master Automotive Technician, L-1, L-2 and a lot of wallpaper too :-)******
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Hammer Time
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Nov 13, 2011, 12:25 PM
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The whole reason for most seats to fail is lack of use so things aren't in your favor with one that has been sitting out in open air for a year or two.
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Tom Greenleaf
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Nov 13, 2011, 12:59 PM
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So true. If parts like that came out of a car with no windows just getting wailed on for ages by weather I don't want much from it. Just luck I can go look at the cars, see what or why they are scrapped and dates on inspection stickers etc.
I also take the parts off myself so get a deal. Depends on what you need and quality of the salvage yard's abilities to know some history of the cars they have,
T
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re-tired
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Nov 13, 2011, 2:28 PM
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HT has a very valid point . You get what you pay for. BUT , if you are truly broke not just cheap and dont care about a warranty used may be an option.
LIFE'S SHORT GO FISH
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PhotoMike
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Jul 20, 2012, 11:57 AM
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Re: 1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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I canb't believe how quick it was to find this post for the same problem I have with my 99" Lincoln.
It's like I am reeading the same information I would post...
Ok, now does anyone know how this turned out for the person that ask the question, good or bad?
Thank you for your time.
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Tom Greenleaf
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Jul 20, 2012, 12:00 PM
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Re: 1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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Please start your own thread not jump on an old one,
Thead locked now,
T
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Tom Greenleaf
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Jul 20, 2012, 12:01 PM
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Re: 1999 Lincoln Continental driver's seat track assembly
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Please start you own thread not jump on an old one. This is now locked for archives for what it is,
T
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