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How do I remove the window crank and door handles?

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by alfredo, Dec 19, 2011.

  1. alfredo

    alfredo Member

    Trying to get my door panels off my 62 special and I don't know how to remove the window crank or door openers. I am certain there is a magical tool, but I have no idea what it is or where to get it?

    Is it available on tcpglobal.com? I am about to make a paint order there and would add it to the cart if its available.

    Anyone point me in the right direction of how to remove these things before I break out the zawsaw? ;)
     
  2. OHC JOE

    OHC JOE Mullet Mafia since 2020

    There is a clip behind the hanle i usally use a allen wrench and pop them out from behind
     
  3. DaWildcat

    DaWildcat Platinum Level Contributor

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    This is what the typical tool looks like at your auto parts store:

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    Devon
     
  4. mosslack

    mosslack Well-Known Member

    For window crank handles, I usually just bend a hook in the end of a paper clip and pull them out that way. They usually come out pretty easy. Should be a phillips head screw for the door handles though. You have to remove the arm rest to get to those.
     
  5. mrolds69

    mrolds69 "The Cure"

    Get the silver tool in the picture, it might be black or gold, but get that style, it works best. You can slip a shop rag behind the handle and between the door panel, it works...but you have to know what you are doing. The tool is the easiest if you have never done it. You can get one at most parts stores, ebay, or Harbor Freight.
     
  6. bhambulldog

    bhambulldog 1955 76-RoadmasterRiviera

    I always make sure I have some replacement clips handy. I mangle them up getting them off making them useless for re-use. I highly recommend the tool that Devon has pictured
     
  7. DaWildcat

    DaWildcat Platinum Level Contributor

    I've not worked on a '62 Buick before, so I took a shot at giving the advice.

    Can you folks at least confirm that the tool I pictured works for that year?

    When did GM (or at least Buick) start using that clip strategy? I don't want to tell someone to buy a tool that won't work for a car I'm not familiar with.

    Devon
     
  8. complexconcepts

    complexconcepts Newbie... go easy on me!

    I'm looking to replace the weatherstripping on my 68 Electra and was going to ask the same question. Thanks for the info about the handle, but after I remove that, will there be anything else to remove in order for me to replace the quarter window weatherstripping?
     
  9. mrolds69

    mrolds69 "The Cure"

    No question that tool will work on a 68. I think the clip arrangement started after screws, I'm pretty sure it goes back to the early 60's minimum, but wouldn't stake my life on it! Definitely 65 up clips were used.
     
  10. bhambulldog

    bhambulldog 1955 76-RoadmasterRiviera

    That's the one I use on my '55
     

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  11. John Codman

    John Codman Platinum Level Contributor

    My '72 Cutlass used that style Devon, I'm sure the Special does too. I will also recommend having a spare clip or two before you start. I have had several of those clips launch into a low Earth orbit when they pop out.
     
  12. bhambulldog

    bhambulldog 1955 76-RoadmasterRiviera

    :gp: extra clips are necessary! Absolutely!
     
  13. Doo Wop

    Doo Wop Where were you in '62?

    Think a fella named Noah had a pair and sold the Patent to GM.
     
  14. clark grizwald

    clark grizwald Well-Known Member

    This works great! I used the same end to put the clip back on. I staged it on the handle so it sat just before the grooves and stayed. Pushed the handle on the spline then took the same end of the tool and pushed the clip the rest of the way into the slots. I have messed around with other home made tools and I say spend the $6 and save a lot of time and agravation...
     
  15. Briz

    Briz Founders Club Member

    I took a small screw driver and heated the end until it was easy to work then put a small "J" in the end. a small off set in the shaft then once cool reach in behind the crank and pull the clip off. For many years I didnt know there was a tool for that purpose. For reinstall I fully seat the clip and pop the handle back on. easy peasy!
     
  16. Taulbee2277

    Taulbee2277 Silver Level contributor

    Filed down the edge of a paint can lid opener enough to fit in the groove and snag the clip. The hot pink paint job is just to keep from loosing it.

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  17. sriley531

    sriley531 Excommunicado

    I used this tool, it works beautifully!!!
     

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