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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1969 Mustang => Topic started by: keeper on May 17, 2024, 03:32:31 AM

Title: Window crank screw cover
Post by: keeper on May 17, 2024, 03:32:31 AM

Anyone have a good tip on removing the screw cover insert on the window crank. If there is a way to do it without damaging or scratching the existing parts would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the help.

Title: Re: Window crank screw cover
Post by: rockhouse66 on May 17, 2024, 08:07:59 AM

If you are talking about the silver foil sticker, I just use the tip of an Xacto knife to get under an edge.  Since it is just a sticker, if it gets "unsticky" or bent, I replace it with a new one.

Title: Re: Window crank screw cover
Post by: ruppstang on May 17, 2024, 09:14:16 AM

Carefully use a hair dryer or a heat gun and it will come out with an Xacto  knife. If it is damaged they are not expensive to replace.

Title: Re: Window crank screw cover
Post by: keeper on May 17, 2024, 05:00:54 PM

Thankyou guys for the fast response time. I need to get the insert piece out in order to get to the screw to remove the door panel. Unfortunately, the car will be leaving for Ozarks on Wed and doubt replacement parts will get to my shop in time. If they get damaged. Poor planning on my part but I will try the hairdryer trick and Xacto knife with great care and see if I can pop it free, with great care.
Keith