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bhammer · 08-04-2009, 07:55 PM

Can anyone tell me how to get the inside door latch and window handle off? I'm pretty handy but don't want to break it in the process of taking them off. Thanks...

Sinister · 08-04-2009, 08:03 PM

There are little clips that hold them on. There's a tool you can buy to pop them off, or you could try a screwdriver.

dave2953 · 08-04-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Sinister

There are little clips that hold them on. There's a tool you can buy to pop them off, or you could try a screwdriver.

x2...I never bought the tool, although I think it makes it easier to reinstall. I have always used a screwdriver, but be sure to shield the clip with your hand because they have a tendency to go flying. You should be able see the clip if you pull slightly against the handle or window crank. If you don't have the tool, you can make the reinstall easier by setting the horseshoe clip part-way over the base of the window crank or door handle, then slip it back on the crank assembly and push it on the rest of the way with your screwdriver. I hope this makes sense...

Dingfodgy · 08-04-2009, 09:01 PM

I've never bought the tool 'cause I'm a poor white boy from the ghetto. I've also fiddled for long periods of time with a screwdriver. The best, quickest and safest method I've found is to take a clean shop rag, pull it tight and slip it down between the handle and door panel. Hold one end and start wrapping the other clockwise around the latch or window regulator shaft. Once you get past 1/2 way around start pulling both ends in a clockwise direction. More often then not this will pop off those horseshoe clips 1st. try.

Longhorn Man · 08-04-2009, 09:43 PM

Longhorn Man · 08-04-2009, 09:44 PM

almost forgot to say... no such thing as a stupid question.

dave2953 · 08-04-2009, 09:57 PM

Awesome pics...did you take those? Those pics show exactly what my ramblings were attempting to convey

**GruntMoanCough** · 08-04-2009, 10:00 PM

Also, the clip should be installed as in the top picture above. When you do install the clip, a pair of needle nose pliers works well.

unclewatts · 08-04-2009, 11:11 PM

I don't know if my truck is different but when you reinstall the handle and crank just fully install the clip on the back of the handle/crank and push it on to the post. the beveled end of the post lets it slide right on. BTW I have that removal tool and it works great and was only six bucks.

**fine69** · 08-04-2009, 11:13 PM

The tool for that is like $6 bucks at any autoparts store.

Can't afford not to have one.

fixit-p · 08-04-2009, 11:27 PM

Here's a pic

**GruntMoanCough** · 08-04-2009, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by unclewatts

I don't know if my truck is different but when you reinstall the handle and crank just fully install the clip on the back of the handle/crank and push it on to the post. the beveled end of the post lets it slide right on.

No, yours is not different, that's the correct way to install. But, sometimes trying to get the clip into the slot is awkward and holding the clip with pliers makes it a lot easier.

Longhorn Man · 08-05-2009, 04:19 PM

i didn't take those photos... I did a google on the topic looking for the rag trick pic.

PanelDeland · 08-05-2009, 06:59 PM

I use a 1/8th welding rod that i hammered the flux off of and flattened the end.Then I put a very short bend in the end.Works well.
BTW You will need to go to the parts store and look in the "Help!" sectioon.They have a package of assorted "JESUS" clips for a couple bucks.I have yet to do this without loosing a clip.

big mike71 · 08-05-2009, 09:50 PM

I aways use a butter knife it's thin and easy to get behind the handle.

mas09ts · 08-05-2009, 10:35 PM

I used a small flat screwdriver that i bent so it would fit behind the handles.

bhammer · 08-06-2009, 03:12 AM

I bought the tool today, thanks for all the help.....

08-04-2009, 07:55 PM	#1
bhammer Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 97	Stupid Question Can anyone tell me how to get the inside door latch and window handle off? I'm pretty handy but don't want to break it in the process of taking them off. Thanks...

08-04-2009, 08:03 PM	#2
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Stupid Question There are little clips that hold them on. There's a tool you can buy to pop them off, or you could try a screwdriver. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

08-04-2009, 09:01 PM	#4
Dingfodgy Lemme show you something!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St.Helens, OR. Posts: 876	Re: Stupid Question I've never bought the tool 'cause I'm a poor white boy from the ghetto. I've also fiddled for long periods of time with a screwdriver. The best, quickest and safest method I've found is to take a clean shop rag, pull it tight and slip it down between the handle and door panel. Hold one end and start wrapping the other clockwise around the latch or window regulator shaft. Once you get past 1/2 way around start pulling both ends in a clockwise direction. More often then not this will pop off those horseshoe clips 1st. try. __________________ '67 CST-10 LWB ("Crusty") SOLD '67 GMC SWB ("Murdock") 2000 K1500 Suburban ("Betty") '95 BMW 325i ("Joy")

08-04-2009, 09:43 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Stupid Question

08-04-2009, 09:44 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Stupid Question almost forgot to say... no such thing as a stupid question.

08-04-2009, 09:57 PM	#7
dave2953 Dave's not here, man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Winder, Georgia Posts: 2,000	Re: Stupid Question Awesome pics...did you take those? Those pics show exactly what my ramblings were attempting to convey __________________ - 2014 VW Jetta - 2015 VW Jetta - 1966 Ford F-250 Last edited by dave2953; 08-04-2009 at 10:02 PM.

08-04-2009, 10:00 PM	#8
GruntMoanCough Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pemberton, BC Posts: 1,075	Re: Stupid Question Also, the clip should be installed as in the top picture above. When you do install the clip, a pair of needle nose pliers works well. __________________ My goal in life is to be as good a person as my dog already thinks I am - Unknown

08-04-2009, 11:11 PM	#9
unclewatts 70 Chevrolet=Obsession Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: nice ca Posts: 1,067	Re: Stupid Question I don't know if my truck is different but when you reinstall the handle and crank just fully install the clip on the back of the handle/crank and push it on to the post. the beveled end of the post lets it slide right on. BTW I have that removal tool and it works great and was only six bucks. __________________ I'm Just like my truck. Old, Ugly and Grouchy. Except my truck starts easily in the morning and doesn't smoke! IT'S NOT EASY BEING GREEN! -Kermit the frog 1970 Chevrolet C-10 Longbed Stepside : 350, Muncie M20, 3.08 GM corp. positraction Forest green exterior/light green interior(Where all my money goes) 1996 Toyota Corolla (Parts runner)

08-04-2009, 11:13 PM	#10
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: Stupid Question The tool for that is like $6 bucks at any autoparts store. Can't afford not to have one. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

08-05-2009, 04:19 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Stupid Question i didn't take those photos... I did a google on the topic looking for the rag trick pic.

08-05-2009, 06:59 PM	#14
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Stupid Question I use a 1/8th welding rod that i hammered the flux off of and flattened the end.Then I put a very short bend in the end.Works well. BTW You will need to go to the parts store and look in the "Help!" sectioon.They have a package of assorted "JESUS" clips for a couple bucks.I have yet to do this without loosing a clip. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

08-05-2009, 09:50 PM	#15
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Stupid Question I aways use a butter knife it's thin and easy to get behind the handle.

08-05-2009, 10:35 PM	#16
mas09ts Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Gate City VA Posts: 576	Re: Stupid Question I used a small flat screwdriver that i bent so it would fit behind the handles. __________________ Mitch 22yrs. Young 1970 GMC Short-Step 350/TH350 Combo. . . . Sold Dec 2011 Current Project 68 Gmc "Second Chance" Go to my 68 GMC Shorty Rebuild Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...39#post6341739

08-06-2009, 03:12 AM	#17
bhammer Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 97	Re: Stupid Question I bought the tool today, thanks for all the help.....



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