Making power window door panels to manual

[02v8ta]

I'm not asking about to conversion but simply can I make the power window style panels into manual without damaging them? I can get perfect condition door panels power style. I want to make sure simply cutting a very small hole in the back and through the panel for the crank to connect can be done without damage. Suggestions on how to cut?
Thanks

[dugeman]

The cleanest way to make the hole would be by using a gasket punch . They come in different sizes , and I believe Harbor Freight sells them

[V]

use a manual panel to make a template, and cut the 1/2" hole(or close). The base of the acutal crank handle is larger at about 1 1/4" so it will hide the cut edges.

I'd suggest start with a drill bit like 3/8" the use an exacto knife to enlrage the hole until it fits the crank shaft.

[Dudbird113]

Doesnt the speaker get in the way of the handle?

[V]

Doesnt the speaker get in the way of the handle?
no.

http://www.hermesautoparts.com/productimages/1995%20Chevy%20Camaro%20-%20Door%20Panel,%20Right1.jpg

[Dudbird113]

I thought he drove a firebird?

[sweetbmxrider]

If you look on the backside of any door panel, there is a small cutout where the crank portion passes through and a small channel for the washer to align with that goes between the handle and panel. You only have to take a razor and open up the fabric. I've only done it on a camaro and don't know if the monsoon system will complicate this.

[02v8ta]

I thought he drove a firebird?
Not exactly, keep an eye out in the members project section soon :shifty:
How ever It looks like the monsoon system will get in the way so i'll probably be removing the plastic housing for the speaker that runs up into the handle. i believe it's only held in with tabs/clips.

Example http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j173/flyingchimps/bzek_zps1c4f8afc.jpg


If you look on the backside of any door panel, there is a small cutout where the crank portion passes through and a small channel for the washer to align with that goes between the handle and panel. You only have to take a razor and open up the fabric. I've only done it on a camaro and don't know if the monsoon system will complicate this.

Thanks!

[Dudbird113]

Making a transmaro? Lol