Door Panel Help for a New Guy
01-01-2010, 01:51 PM
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Door Panel Help for a New Guy
Hey So, i need to install a passanger side mirror in my 1991 camaro rs. How do i take the door panel off to do so? Do i just unscrew the screws, or is there little tabs that i have to push in? Help Please!
01-01-2010, 02:08 PM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
its the push-ins around the sides and bottom. take those out first along with the armrest and switch panal. then you have to side the panal backwards to release the top clips.
01-01-2010, 05:16 PM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
Got all the screws out.
Didnt use the tool, but didnt break the panel either
Cant seem to get the black trim part un-clipped.
Also what do i do with window handle and the locking mechanism?
The locking mechanism is holding in place right now can i leave it?
Didnt use the tool, but didnt break the panel either
Cant seem to get the black trim part un-clipped.
Also what do i do with window handle and the locking mechanism?
The locking mechanism is holding in place right now can i leave it?
01-01-2010, 05:18 PM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
take the window handle off and just take your time with the top
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01-01-2010, 06:59 PM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
Well i have tried on and off for 2hrs now, its kinda frusterating me.All i really wanna do is get this stupid mirror on.
Will i need to remove the window handle?
I'm stuck for today im gonna drive it into my shop 2moro where i have better tools and get it done.
The method is push in lift up and shake?
I'm sure i'll see why when i get it off
All the plastic screws are out but each time i shut the door it keeps pushing them in and out so im going to stop the damage for tonight.
As far as poping the lock mechanism off?
How do i do that?
Are there any tutorials on this here.
I searched after i posted but thanks to drew we have more indepth information then i could find on the site.
Pictures would be great or a tutorial or just some answers.
Thanks Drew and Shmack.
01-02-2010, 08:21 AM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
Get this tool for window crank removal:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/WMR-W80646
Best $5 you'll spend. They sell them at parts stores, too.
As far as the lock ****, pull it straight away from the door at the large end with your fingers. It will pop off of the rod and you can then slide it toward the front of the car to remove it from the rod.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/WMR-W80646
Best $5 you'll spend. They sell them at parts stores, too.
As far as the lock ****, pull it straight away from the door at the large end with your fingers. It will pop off of the rod and you can then slide it toward the front of the car to remove it from the rod.
01-02-2010, 04:22 PM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
I used to have one of those tools... After fighting with it for a hour and getting nowhere, I asked one of the mechanics at the closest dealership. He suggested using a pick with a 90* or hook end to catch the back side of the clip and pull it out. Technically the specialized tool is the correct way to do it, but a pick is quick and easy.
I've had mine for many, many years so I don't remember where I bought it but, it was probably MAC or MATCO. With it, I can have a window crank handle off in a second or less. It wont cause the clip to fly off to parts unknown either. I won't go to a junkyard without it!
01-02-2010, 05:46 PM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
Yes, well, I'm an impatient guy. All my clips seem to achieve sufficient velocity to travel forward through time.
I hate waiting to 'catch up' to them in order to find them again!
I hate waiting to 'catch up' to them in order to find them again!
01-03-2010, 12:00 AM
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Re: Door Panel Help for a New Guy
GOT IT DONE!!!!
(applause!!!)
My mirror is on.
My door panel did happen to break a little around the upper trim.
But i just hot glued it Looks good and my mirror looks even better.
(applause!!!)
My mirror is on.
My door panel did happen to break a little around the upper trim.
But i just hot glued it
Looks good and my mirror looks even better. Last edited by JackRs; 01-03-2010 at 04:21 PM.
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