Removing door lock
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Racer
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From: Goodyear AZ
Removing door lock
I am in process of removing my door lock from my 1979 vette, but am looking at the back side within the door and I am not sure what to take off to get it out. I have not seen picture like this on internet. Please help.
Last edited by r16678; Nov 11, 2019 at 08:07 PM.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2018
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From: Marietta GA
I have done this job twice. You would probably be wise to get a NEW outside seal that goes between the lock and the door (that protects the paint). Order a couple in case you tear one, or need to do the other lock.
Team Owner
Joined: Jul 1999
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From: Orange Park Florida
This last paint job on my '72 convertible, I removed and filled in the door lock holes....WHY lock a convertible?? really....I even removed the inside ***** just in case, not figgered out what to do with the stubs there yet.....
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jan 2009
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From: Lake Norman, NC
FWIW, based on my experience doing this numerous times and on several cars, you’ll be well-served to bring your “patience tools” with you for the lock’s re-install. Tight quarters and the need for more than two hands can frustrate. The spring pressure needed to re-install the lock-to-body clip can be a bugger.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Virginia USA
I lock my Convertible when the Hard top is on. I do use my HT as I do drive year around and I like the look.
Team Owner
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From: Orange Park Florida
