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Window Cranks
Hi,
Any tips for installing new window cranks? Do they just pry off? Just asking as I tend to force and break things |
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Ummm, there should be a little wire clip that locks it onto the shaft. You hafta snap it off, then the handle will slide off. Its hard to see sometimes.
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Best I can remember--There is a tool to use to push the clip out. I'll bet Performance Years sells it. You have to look behind the widow crank, get it in a position where you can see where to push the clip and use the tool to push the clip out. The handle will pull off easily then--that's how I remember it. You do not need to use any force--just a little push on the clip and the crank slides right off. Take your time the first time.
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Heres a pic that may help....
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Here are some of the many photos found by Google image searching for "window crank removal tool"
http://www.blueridgemiataclub.org/te...es/Image05.jpg http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/ho.../photo_03.html The tool can be found at most auto parts stores.
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When you put the new one on, put the clip on the handle first then line the crank up where you want it and use a little wd40 then just push the handle on the clip will stay on the crank, and lock it into place
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Some guys will just take a rag and slip it behind the handle and pop the clip off.
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If you don't have the clip tool,(highly recommeded to save your door panels), get a cotter pin and bend a 1/4" tab in the end. Slip it between the crank and door panel, catch the c-clip, slight tug and it 's out!. The clip is supposed to be installed with the ends at the the crank end of the handle.
BTW I have bought repro window cranks that the internal spline section wasn't correct and wouldn't engage the regulator without pushing in the handle. A great way to kid pr0of the windows!! Good luck |
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And don't forget to install the washer between the crank and doorpanel if you value your uphosltery.
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