How do you Remove Inside Door Handle?
I am replacing the side panels in my 1974 Arrow and everything is self explanatory except the panel on the door. I have to remove the door handle to remove the panel and it is not obvious on how to remove it. Any suggestions?
Brad Goodbread
Okeechobee, FL KOBE
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I think your '74 is probably different than my '77 Arrow. Can you post a picture?
Scott Sherer
Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
It may have the Jesus Clip behind the panel.
Brad Goodbread
Okeechobee, FL KOBE
There is a Black plastic insert in the handle that has a slit to insert a Flat Head Screw Driver and lightly pry it out, then there is 1 Phillips Screw that holds it in. Less than 1 minute operation.
The Platic Trim Piece around the door handle broke when pulled it off. Be Very Careful.
Brad Goodbread
Okeechobee, FL KOBE
Now I have to find this piece on Ebay, etc...
Brad Goodbread
Okeechobee, FL KOBE
That piece is a Volkswagen part.
Found 2 options on Ebay. The Chrome one is just like the one on my plane.
Brad Goodbread
Okeechobee, FL KOBE
The one for $31.95 is actually metal and not plastic like your original.
Great work, Gents! :)
Scott Sherer
Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
That was a very useful discussion. Parts sourcing amazing.
wow nice job everyone, thank you!
Digital Product Manager
Piper Owner Society
I actually bought both the Chrome Metal and the Black Plastic Handles. I used the Chrime Metal one. It did not come with the black plastic insert trim piece, so used my old one.
Brad Goodbread
Okeechobee, FL KOBE
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Dan
Dan
Private Pilot, ASEL & Instrument
1975 PA-28R-200