Removing the F/R handle on G8

freddmc

I'm in the process of removing the body on a G8 and am trying to remove the F/R handle. I was told to remove the c-clip but am having some trouble. Is there a trick to this? I can't seem to see the c-clip.

Thanks

Fred Mc.

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smallblock450sl

Pretty much the same as the c-clip on a car window crank handle, a small screw driver to push one of the ends out of the plastic f/r handle should help.

Mike Mac

I try to cup my hands around it when I release the clip, because it always goes flying across the room, then I gotta go find it, been lucky so far!!

spriddle

I do the same thing. But, I've always got my magnet handy because I know it's flying off somewhere.

spriddle

They do make a tool and I used to have one, that works great on these. It's a window crank removal tool. I usually just use a small pocket screwdriver. But watch it because sometimes it will get away from you once it snaps off.

keokeboy

I got rid of that snap ring,drilled the shaft and tapped 8/32 and installed a nice looking screw,with some locktite to secure the shift handle.

freddmc

Thanks to those on this board I got the clip out and the handle off. Just a tip for someone else who hasn't done it before. I made a small wooden wedge to wedge between the bodywork and the handle which allows easier access to the wire clip. It makes it easier to see what you are doing and the wood doesn't scratch the bodywork.

Mike Mac

Sprid, You and Smallblock know what's gona happen before it even happens! And Keokeboy, You have the best idea yet!
Fred, thanks forthe tip!!