280SE Questions

I've read several threads about the replacement of the four center console climate-control rings in the dash. Seems like there's really only two options: original or Duralever.

I pulled the grill above the controls and found that an impossible work space. Seems only one who knew exactly what they were doing could pull the levers from that space. I've gathered, however, that the whole dasj must be pulled.

Duralevers are cheaper and I suppose cover the cool colored plastic but they are easier to install.

I've only found one source for the Durvalevers. Anyone have anyother suggestions? Any expereinces or instructions?

Also, any words of caution with replacement of a driver-door window regulator?