I searched for posts on hatch handle removal - great posts here on the forum have helped me get to this point but I can't seem to get the handle to slide out. I removed the cotter pin (well tried and it broke). The handle does not slide/move in and out, it seems to be stuck and moves in unison with everything.
Blazer Hatch Handle by
Luftwaffepdx, on Flickr
I have disconnected the side bars, removed the angle retainer palte but can't get any farther. Any suggestions? I have sprayed it with CorrosionX but it doesn't seem to be doing anything. Do I need to give up and saw off. Will applying heat help ? - that might be tricky with the fiberglas.
I don't want to mess up the handle if I can help it. The chrome is in great shape - I just need to have it rekeyed and secure side bars so the handle is oriented horizontally rather than poping up on one side when reinstalled.
Thanks for your help.