1971 window crank question
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From: wantagh ny
1971 window crank question
Hi, I noticed that my window cranks are loose. When I installed the new door panels I didnt have any springs behind the handles only the plastic discs. I noticed online that they sell springs to take up the tenion behind the handles. Does anyone know if the springs are stock and do they go between the handle the plastic disc or between the disc and panel? thanks
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Hi 2c,
The regulator handle was originally installed using a "spring" washer. (A very thin curved washer made from spring steel)
It's Item #7 on UPC 1 (Doors), Sheet K5.
It puts the shaft and thus the handle under tension. Check to see that it's there. It goes on the shaft first (under the housing).
Regards,
Alan
It's sometimes called a 'wave' washer.
The regulator handle was originally installed using a "spring" washer. (A very thin curved washer made from spring steel)
It's Item #7 on UPC 1 (Doors), Sheet K5.
It puts the shaft and thus the handle under tension. Check to see that it's there. It goes on the shaft first (under the housing).
Regards,
Alan
It's sometimes called a 'wave' washer.
Last edited by Alan 71; Oct 31, 2014 at 02:35 PM.
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Hmmmm, this is very interesting. Who knew? Well, I guess Alan did. 
I wondered the same thing because my 69 handles are loose too. I thought the splines were just worn out but haven't gotten to that part of the build yet to really focus on them. That's why I love this place so much. The things a guy just stumbles across is amazing.
Terry
I wondered the same thing because my 69 handles are loose too. I thought the splines were just worn out but haven't gotten to that part of the build yet to really focus on them. That's why I love this place so much. The things a guy just stumbles across is amazing.Terry
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