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1998 GMC Sierra door handle

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JS_GMC
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Aug 6, 2009, 9:01 AM

Post #1 of 6 (3594 views)
1998 GMC Sierra door handle Sign In
The door handle on my 1998 GMC Sierra is broken. I have taken the panel off the door, but can't seem to get the handle assemble loose. It seems as if it is attached to the door frame with a rivett. Does anyone know how to remove the assembly without drilling out a rivett? It seems as if it should be easier than that.


Hammer Time
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Aug 6, 2009, 9:24 AM

Post #2 of 6 (3590 views)
Re: 1998 GMC Sierra door handle Sign In
No, I'm afraid not. The rivet has to be drilled. This is not uncommon at all. most of the window regulators are held in the same way. You will need some large rivets and a rivet gun to re-install it too.



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Aug 7, 2009, 2:00 AM

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Re: 1998 GMC Sierra door handle Sign In
thats what i was afraid of. Thank you!


Hammer Time
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Aug 7, 2009, 3:47 AM

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Re: 1998 GMC Sierra door handle Sign In
It''s really not a big deal. Drive out the center rod first and then use about a 1/2" drill. It's aluminum and will drill out in seconds.



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Sep 12, 2009, 4:17 PM

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Re: 1998 GMC Sierra door handle Sign In
do you know how much it should cost to have it done


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Sep 12, 2009, 4:20 PM

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Re: 1998 GMC Sierra door handle Sign In
Most shops will charge you an hour to an hour and a half for labor.



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