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04-23-2007, 05:46 PM
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Escutcheon problems
Is there a "trick" to installing the aftermarket escutcheon/washers that fit between trim panel assembly and the inside door handles & window cranks on the 67-71 pick-ups? We have purchased 12 in the past few weeks from various vendors and each one cracked/split around the seam found on the circumference of the part. In fact a couple split before we even had them installed in the panel. Thanks.
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04-24-2007, 05:16 AM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
Have had trouble getting a few of them in from time to time but never had any crack.
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04-24-2007, 07:31 AM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
I had the same problem. Apparantly the aftermarket ones are made poorly. I wound up buying mine from GM. They are still available through the dealer, but only in black color. The GM ones never gave me any trouble.
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04-24-2007, 11:35 AM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
They are a little difficult to install...almost like they are just a little too big. I have not broken any but wanted to...LOL! I get mine from Truck Shop in Orange, CA. I might try the GM units however.
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04-24-2007, 03:24 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
Thank you for the responses folks. I think I will go the OEM route and see if SEM can provide a paint/dye to match the saddle color. Tx Firefighter, would you happen to know the GM part number, or where I could do some research for it? Thank you!
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04-24-2007, 04:20 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
12338082 for 69-70, not sure if it'll work on earlier models or not.
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04-24-2007, 07:07 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
Thanks BACKYARD88. Ordered them today, will pick up on Friday. Thanks again to all who replied.
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04-24-2007, 08:41 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
If you don't mind me asking...how much were the GM units?
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04-24-2007, 10:23 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
I can't remember the exact price. I ordered a couple today and I think they listed for 3 or 4 dollars a piece.
Edit: 3.07 a piece plus tax.
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04-25-2007, 09:02 AM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
Here's mine:
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04-26-2007, 05:53 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
I do not mind. They cost me $2.48 each including tax. Had to buy a package of five for that price.
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04-26-2007, 10:58 PM
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Re: Escutcheon problems
Will these work on a '68?
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