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Aug 14, 2001 | 08:39 AM

john fin

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Loose door handles

How do you repair loose exterior door handles.

Aug 14, 2001 | 10:10 AM

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From: Lawrence, KS

Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold

Engine: 350 HO Deluxe (350ci/330hp)

Transmission: T-5 (Non-WC)

Axle/Gears: Limited Slip 3.23's

Usually a small spring in the handle breaks, and as a consequence the door handle flops around a bit. I "believe" replacement of the entire handle is necessary.

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Aug 14, 2001 | 03:23 PM

KlayBuRn

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when i took my door apart, its just screws you need to tighten, my door handles was loose too, i tightened and they are as good as new...

Aug 15, 2001 | 01:25 PM

greyZ

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Is there supposed to be gaskets behind the exterior door handles?

Aug 15, 2001 | 05:43 PM

KlayBuRn

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i put 2 new bolts and 2 washers, havnt had problem since...92 RS...

Aug 15, 2001 | 08:16 PM

Tyler-88

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i got this problem too on my drivers side. you do this from the inside right? does anyone have any pics of this?

Jan 29, 2024 | 07:51 PM

barredrock

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Re: Loose door handles

mine are loose after putting new speed nuts on, any ideas

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