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Old 09-16-2008, 02:13 PM
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I'm so glad I did mine - I cut them so they basically lock flush with the sill.

I didn't do the rears....

I used a dremel with a cutting blade, took no time at all.
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Old 03-11-2010, 08:43 PM
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Resurrected! The door lock knobs are terrible. One day into ownership and they have already pissed me off. I see that the ones for the HHR store are not carried or sold anymore? Other suggestions? Thanks.
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Old 03-11-2010, 09:06 PM
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I put lock knobs on mine that are topped with skulls, at least they aren't pointy.

Most any aftermarket lock knobs should work.
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Old 03-11-2010, 09:18 PM
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Excuse the lack of knowledge, but lock knobs? This will make the knob flush with the door panel? Any pictures?
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Old 03-11-2010, 09:18 PM
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Ive got a set being made as we speak ... CNC Machined Aluminum.. Soon As I get em back .. Ill post em up
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Old 03-11-2010, 09:26 PM
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Please do! I'd definitely be interested in seeing what they look like.
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Old 03-12-2010, 01:21 AM
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I removed my oem knobs, trimmed the studs (very coarse thread) & wound them back on.. Now in locked position they are flush..

cost = 20 minutes
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Old 03-12-2010, 07:15 AM
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I've made 2 sets so far.
set I use now are made from 8mm round Aluminum bar stock (brushed finish)

these are anodized Aluminum tube (AKA knitting needle)
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Old 03-12-2010, 08:33 PM
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door locks

Go to a NAPA store and order their part#735-1054 which is a Ford part. You can pull your oem door lock posts off with a vise grips and reinstall these with a little silicone. The new knobs stick up about 1/4" when locked and are rounded on top. One of the cheapest and best modifications I've done, a pair costs less than $4.00. The shaft for the posts is a curl pattern, just twist your vise grips as you pull up. No more pain in your forearm when the windows are down!
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these are anodized Aluminum tube (AKA knitting needle)

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Nice.
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