How to fix gap between inside door handles - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

ncsurveyor · 06-12-2020, 10:13 PM

What is supposed to go between the door and the handle on a metal door? I bought these spacers but they don’t seem to fit and even if they do how would I get the metal clip on the handle with the spacer blocking it?

Lanman1972 · 06-12-2020, 10:21 PM

That is the correct part, others will let you know the correct installation method.

**davischevy** · 06-12-2020, 10:26 PM

Put the escutcheon on the shaft, put the clip on the handle. I like to put the open side of the clip toward the handle. Slide the handle over the shaft and push.

If you can find some foam washers to put behind the escutcheons, it will stop air.

**LockDoc** · 06-12-2020, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ncsurveyor

What is supposed to go between the door and the handle on a metal door? I bought these spacers but they don’t seem to fit and even if they do how would I get the metal clip on the handle with the spacer blocking it?

Yes, that should be the correct spacer. I have never bought new ones but I think it should snap into the hole in the metal panel. As far as the clip you put it on the handle first then push the handle onto the shaft. Make sure you have the handle in the position you want it before you push it on.....

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**davischevy** · 06-12-2020, 10:36 PM

The tool to remove that clip is available at auto parts stores. If you always turn your clips the same direction, it will save you a lot of frustration in the future.

ncsurveyor · 06-12-2020, 10:58 PM

Aah thanks guys. I didn’t think about putting it on the handle first. I’ll try that.

AllGoNoShow · 06-13-2020, 12:02 AM

Just did these on my truck yesterday. Do as everyone else said and preinstall the clip when reinstalling the handle-it will snap into place. Also, the trim pieces take a good amount of pressure to "snap in"-sit inside and close the door then push them in. I couldn't get enough force on them to install them with the door open.

06-12-2020, 10:13 PM	#1
ncsurveyor Registered User Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Lenoir NC Posts: 110	How to fix gap between inside door handles What is supposed to go between the door and the handle on a metal door? I bought these spacers but they don’t seem to fit and even if they do how would I get the metal clip on the handle with the spacer blocking it? Attached Images

06-12-2020, 10:21 PM	#2
Lanman1972 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Omaha NE Posts: 620	Re: How to fix gap between inside door handles That is the correct part, others will let you know the correct installation method. __________________ 1972 C10 Custom Deluxe LWB, 402/400, PS, PB, A/C, Highlander, Hugger / White 1971 C10 Cheyenne LWB (SWB), 350/350, PS, PB, A/C, Dark Olive / White.

06-12-2020, 10:26 PM	#3
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,834	Re: How to fix gap between inside door handles Put the escutcheon on the shaft, put the clip on the handle. I like to put the open side of the clip toward the handle. Slide the handle over the shaft and push. If you can find some foam washers to put behind the escutcheons, it will stop air. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

06-12-2020, 10:36 PM	#5
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,834	Re: How to fix gap between inside door handles The tool to remove that clip is available at auto parts stores. If you always turn your clips the same direction, it will save you a lot of frustration in the future. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

06-12-2020, 10:58 PM	#6
ncsurveyor Registered User Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Lenoir NC Posts: 110	Re: How to fix gap between inside door handles Aah thanks guys. I didn’t think about putting it on the handle first. I’ll try that.

06-13-2020, 12:02 AM	#7
AllGoNoShow Registered User Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 200	Re: How to fix gap between inside door handles Just did these on my truck yesterday. Do as everyone else said and preinstall the clip when reinstalling the handle-it will snap into place. Also, the trim pieces take a good amount of pressure to "snap in"-sit inside and close the door then push them in. I couldn't get enough force on them to install them with the door open.



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