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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 10:01 PM
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panel doors swap

hi i am looking for a panel
but found a deal on a non panel
could i put panel doors on and how much work
would be needed to wire them up
thanks
Old Aug 28, 2017 | 10:49 PM
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I suppose you could use the door lock wiring to the poppers, but that would be "all or none".

I think the Panel uses a different RCDLR, or the programming is different. And another relay maybe.

Come to think; I believe the doors have separate lock circuits, depending on year. You would have to figure out how to divide the signal.

Here is the wiring for 2008:

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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 10:58 PM
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All that work, you'd still have windows in the back. If you really want a panel, be patient.

Craigslist, cargurus are a couple good sites
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 08:05 AM
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Here are two from our classified ads

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/clas...anel-ss-59060/


And


https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/clas...s-panel-59201/


Then there's this AA5 half panel, so the rear passengers can see the sites!

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/clas...f-panel-59197/
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 08:16 AM
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sorry 1/2 panel to panel
found a parts panel at junk yard and can remove switch and wiring
but do i need a control box ? or something else
thanks
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 09:46 AM
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So. You're converting a rare half panel (AA5) to a common full panel ? Since the half panels are pretty rare, not sure if I'd want to go that route. Just my personal opinion.
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 11:26 AM
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If you're gonna do it, then get the control box from the panel and the dash door pop switches , you'll have to get a dealership or locksmith with a scanner to program the box to your AA5

Personally I'm with George, leave it an AA5!
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 12:15 PM
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Are you going to remove the rear seats and convert to cargo space? If you leave seats in the back, I think your passengers cannot get in or out unless you open the doors for them.

Another option is to Plasti-Dip the rear windows, for the privacy of a panel, with the functionality of a wagon.
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Oldblue
Here are two from our classified ads

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/clas...anel-ss-59060/


And


https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/clas...s-panel-59201/


Then there's this AA5 half panel, so the rear passengers can see the sites!

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/clas...f-panel-59197/
OB, I'm very surprised that SS panel is still available!!
Old Aug 29, 2017 | 02:32 PM
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It might be the mileage the location, the ad wasn't updated if its sold

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