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Car'n'Guitars · 07-06-2012, 08:48 PM

Okay I know this is a 100% stupid question, but how do you remove the window levers for manual windows? I have fought with mine and I don't want to break anything by doing it wrong.

RandyP · 07-06-2012, 09:31 PM

Gotta take the Jesus clip off and it slides right off. It is called a Jesus clip because when you slip the tool in the clip goes flying and you'll yell "Jesus where did that go".
I'm dead certain 100's will affirm this.

Any parts store will sell one of those and they are just a few bucks. You slip the tool in behind the crank to pop the clip out. Align the tool handle with the crank handle. It will go between the crank and the crank washer (if you still have the washer).

The picture here is not how it normally is, I have always had to slip the tool in while it is lined up with the crank handle, not away from it.

Might help if you google image, window crank removal tool. Lots of pictures.

Car'n'Guitars · 07-06-2012, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RandyP

Gotta take the Jesus clip off and it slides right off. It is called a Jesus clip because when you slip the tool in the clip goes flying and you'll yell "Jesus where did that go".
I'm dead certain 100's will affirm this.

Any parts store will sell one of those and they are just a few bucks. You slip the tool in behind the crank to pop the clip out. Align the tool handle with the crank handle. It will go between the crank and the crank washer (if you still have the washer).

Okay yeah I still have the washer behind the crank, thanks.

**78 Big10 454** · 07-06-2012, 10:03 PM

No stupid questions on this Board. Ask away, that's how you learn.

RandyP, your reply still has me doubled-over in laughter!

Car'n'Guitars · 07-06-2012, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78 Big10 454

No stupid questions on this Board. Ask away, that's how you learn.

RandyP, your reply still has me doubled-over in laughter!

Haha yeah, it seems so simple like there should be nothing to it.

RandyP · 07-06-2012, 10:18 PM

Ask any body man or service tech what a "jesus clip" is and they'll laugh and tell you and show you the tool. I swear.

Heck, google image "jesus clip removal tool", you'll see!

100%Chevy · 07-06-2012, 11:04 PM

Or,you can wrap a shop rag around it for the same result!
Work it back and forth like shining a shoe and the clip will leave!
The rag may catch it if you're lucky.
Mike.

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WarBeard · 07-07-2012, 12:43 AM

Best video on this subject EVER!!!

Window handle release clip - YouTube

**leddzepp** · 07-07-2012, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100%Chevy

Or,you can wrap a shop rag around it for the same result!
Work it back and forth like shining a shoe and the clip will leave!
The rag may catch it if you're lucky.
Mike.

/

Best way to do it, imo. Works great at the junkyard. Most body shop guys I have met use this method as well.

Car'n'Guitars · 07-07-2012, 01:02 AM

Okay here's another question, how do you get that clip back on?

WarBeard · 07-07-2012, 01:41 AM

With the window crank in your hand, slip the clip back on the window crank.
Now push the window crank back onto the door panel and it just snaps back on.

Car'n'Guitars · 07-07-2012, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motomech

With the window crank in your hand, slip the clip back on the window crank.
Now push the window crank back onto the door panel and it just snaps back on.

Cool thanks for all the help guys.

Sillyoldman · 07-07-2012, 09:23 AM

I keep a small pack of clips in my shop to spare me the frustration of losing them. For a couple bucks you can own a lifetime supply. The hard part is remembering to buy them when you don't need them. lol

07-06-2012, 08:48 PM	#1
Car'n'Guitars Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 1,308	Stupid Question Okay I know this is a 100% stupid question, but how do you remove the window levers for manual windows? I have fought with mine and I don't want to break anything by doing it wrong. __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K10 Custom Deluxe---SOLD 1997 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1987 Chevrolet K10 Silverado "The Beast" build 1987 Silverado http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6150257

07-06-2012, 09:31 PM	#2
RandyP Getting Old; Going Broke Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Owasso OK Posts: 2,764	Re: Stupid Question Gotta take the Jesus clip off and it slides right off. It is called a Jesus clip because when you slip the tool in the clip goes flying and you'll yell "Jesus where did that go". I'm dead certain 100's will affirm this. Any parts store will sell one of those and they are just a few bucks. You slip the tool in behind the crank to pop the clip out. Align the tool handle with the crank handle. It will go between the crank and the crank washer (if you still have the washer). The picture here is not how it normally is, I have always had to slip the tool in while it is lined up with the crank handle, not away from it. Might help if you google image, window crank removal tool. Lots of pictures. __________________ *Why is every used 350 sbc out of a corvette?* There's only two things that excite a man, expensive toys and real expensive toys. *VEGETARIAN: That's an old Indian word meaning "I don't hunt so good."* When the going gets tough, switch to power tools. Last edited by RandyP; 07-06-2012 at 09:37 PM.

07-06-2012, 10:03 PM	#4
78 Big10 454 78 Big10 454 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pismo Beach, CA Posts: 839	Re: Stupid Question No stupid questions on this Board. Ask away, that's how you learn. RandyP, your reply still has me doubled-over in laughter! __________________ 1978 Chevy SWB C-10 2WD 454/400

07-06-2012, 10:18 PM	#6
RandyP Getting Old; Going Broke Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Owasso OK Posts: 2,764	Re: Stupid Question Ask any body man or service tech what a "jesus clip" is and they'll laugh and tell you and show you the tool. I swear. Heck, google image "jesus clip removal tool", you'll see! __________________ *Why is every used 350 sbc out of a corvette?* There's only two things that excite a man, expensive toys and real expensive toys. *VEGETARIAN: That's an old Indian word meaning "I don't hunt so good."* When the going gets tough, switch to power tools.

07-06-2012, 11:04 PM	#7
100%Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Moss Point,Ms. Posts: 1,439	Re: Stupid Question Or,you can wrap a shop rag around it for the same result! Work it back and forth like shining a shoe and the clip will leave! The rag may catch it if you're lucky. Mike./

07-07-2012, 01:02 AM	#10
Car'n'Guitars Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 1,308	Re: Stupid Question Okay here's another question, how do you get that clip back on? __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K10 Custom Deluxe---SOLD 1997 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1987 Chevrolet K10 Silverado "The Beast" build 1987 Silverado http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6150257

07-07-2012, 01:41 AM	#11
WarBeard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Show low,az Posts: 808	Re: Stupid Question With the window crank in your hand, slip the clip back on the window crank. Now push the window crank back onto the door panel and it just snaps back on. __________________ 1978 C10 Silverado Big 10 350/350.. play toy 1990 V1500 Suburban 350/700r4..Daily driver 1987 K10 Silverado 383/400.. Wife's rig WRECKED! 1989 V2500 Suburban 350/400.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 LWB 350/350.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 SWB 350/400.. SOLD! 1999 Silverado Z71 LS1.. Wife's rig WRECKED! On the hunt for a new project....... I'm a Chevy guy.....I'm just not a "NEW" Chevy guy.

07-07-2012, 09:23 AM	#13
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Stupid Question I keep a small pack of clips in my shop to spare me the frustration of losing them. For a couple bucks you can own a lifetime supply. The hard part is remembering to buy them when you don't need them. lol __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*



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