They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jeffspower · 10-10-2010, 07:21 PM

I've tried window crank handles from two different vendors for my '68 and they both fit terrible. Both came in the same "made in Taiwan" package. The groove for the retainer clip is cut too far down- making the handle stick out from the door panel.

What a joke.

Longhorn Man · 10-10-2010, 08:09 PM

wait till you get one from China

orange72 · 10-10-2010, 09:02 PM

It seems to me that there could be a company based in the US that could reproduce all these parts and sell them at a reasonable price and get the fit and finish right. Its almost a joke getting these parts that at best barely fit right and are sure not the same quality.

**GOPAPA** · 10-10-2010, 09:14 PM

I know they do not fit real good ,,but I also know that they fit better on a brand new window regulator and door opener spline.. just saying

**LockDoc** · 10-10-2010, 09:33 PM

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They are made for us guys that use '72 door panels on the early trucks. They give us enough clearance that we don't have to change the regulators and door latch remotes...

LockDoc

DaSchlange · 10-10-2010, 09:38 PM

That's for sure true ^^^ Cause on my 71 the door handles fit terribly but on my 72 you can't tell the difference in looks from the old one. But I do know that if you buy the new tracks as well they fit like a charm.

Longhorn Man · 10-10-2010, 09:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by orange72

It seems to me that there could be a company based in the US that could reproduce all these parts and sell them at a reasonable price and get the fit and finish right. Its almost a joke getting these parts that at best barely fit right and are sure not the same quality.

except, we want 25 bucks an hr... they get 25 bucks a day. bottom line is Mr CEO makes more per unit sold

jeffspower · 10-10-2010, 10:14 PM

I took a closer look at the proper fitting, old shot aftermarket handle, and it has "MM" cast on the back side. Assuming that stands for MotorMite... maybe one in the help section at O'reillys will fit right.

Stay tuned

red71cheyenne · 10-10-2010, 11:18 PM

Thats ok, my brand new window regulator today crapped itself. Now I can't roll down the driver side window or if its down it won't go back up.

oldblue1968chevy · 10-10-2010, 11:41 PM

I ordered a e brake cable, its 3" too short!! I feel your pain man!

10-10-2010, 07:21 PM	#1
jeffspower Well, Whoop-dee-do! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Easton, Mo. pop.- me & scarcely a few others Posts: 2,302	They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right I've tried window crank handles from two different vendors for my '68 and they both fit terrible. Both came in the same "made in Taiwan" package. The groove for the retainer clip is cut too far down- making the handle stick out from the door panel. What a joke. __________________ '68 GMC shortbox 4x4 350/SM465/T221- bought it in '83 SOLD '72 K20 500 Cad/TH400/NP205 SOLD '92 Chevy 2500 6.5 mech TD 4L80E crusty daily driver '72 Monte Carlo... sweet low mile toy '11 Dodge Challenger IE 392 6spd... midlife car

10-10-2010, 08:09 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right wait till you get one from China

10-10-2010, 09:02 PM	#3
orange72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: huntington,texas,united states Posts: 399	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right It seems to me that there could be a company based in the US that could reproduce all these parts and sell them at a reasonable price and get the fit and finish right. Its almost a joke getting these parts that at best barely fit right and are sure not the same quality. __________________ 1972 chevy long bed. Currently under construction!! Bagged, 383/700r4.

10-10-2010, 09:14 PM	#4
GOPAPA Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,452	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right I know they do not fit real good ,,but I also know that they fit better on a brand new window regulator and door opener spline.. just saying

10-10-2010, 09:33 PM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,395	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right - They are made for us guys that use '72 door panels on the early trucks. They give us enough clearance that we don't have to change the regulators and door latch remotes... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

10-10-2010, 09:38 PM	#6
DaSchlange Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gainesville, MO Posts: 251	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right That's for sure true ^^^ Cause on my 71 the door handles fit terribly but on my 72 you can't tell the difference in looks from the old one. But I do know that if you buy the new tracks as well they fit like a charm.

10-10-2010, 10:14 PM	#8
jeffspower Well, Whoop-dee-do! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Easton, Mo. pop.- me & scarcely a few others Posts: 2,302	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right I took a closer look at the proper fitting, old shot aftermarket handle, and it has "MM" cast on the back side. Assuming that stands for MotorMite... maybe one in the help section at O'reillys will fit right. Stay tuned __________________ '68 GMC shortbox 4x4 350/SM465/T221- bought it in '83 SOLD '72 K20 500 Cad/TH400/NP205 SOLD '92 Chevy 2500 6.5 mech TD 4L80E crusty daily driver '72 Monte Carlo... sweet low mile toy '11 Dodge Challenger IE 392 6spd... midlife car

10-10-2010, 11:18 PM	#9
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right Thats ok, my brand new window regulator today crapped itself. Now I can't roll down the driver side window or if its down it won't go back up. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

10-10-2010, 11:41 PM	#10
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: They can't even make a window crank handle that fits right I ordered a e brake cable, its 3" too short!! I feel your pain man! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4



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