Well I finally got some free time to work on the handle move for the suicide conversion, and I took a few photos along the way....
I decided it would be easiest to just cut-out the old handle section, flip it, and move it to the other end of the door. I didn't like my first line
Here's the new patch section, ready to be tacked into place
I bought a drivers side handle, and knowing I wouldn't be able to use the push-button to open (due to the window), I modified the handle to flush-mount.
AFTER cutting the old section out, I realized the hole to attach the handle weren't level. So my bright idea of flipping the section went out the window. I decided it would be easier to cut-out the recessed section, and just drill new mounting holes. The third hole is for the push-button plunger to clear. I shortened the spring and plunger, and used the body as a spring stop, so the button still goes in/out.
I did a couple skim-coats of body filler, some primer, and blocked it down to where I'm happy for now. Then shot some guide-coat, and attatched the handle.
I'm very pleased with the look. I'll finish when I'm done with the build, and get ready for paint.