For those of you curious about the bolt size, I was able to use 1/4 in-20 x 1in (and the matching nuts were 1/4 in-20). Together they were less than three bucks at a big box store.

@stevefavela9179

3 ай бұрын

You just saved me a couple of trips to the hardware store 🙏🏼

@juliobermudez1135

3 ай бұрын

Sweet, I've got a bunch already. Definitely not gonna mess with rivets. Thanks.

Fan Freak'n-tastic.!!! Just broke the handle on my 2003 Ranger and 7 minutes later found your video. Absolutely grateful. Will be using stainless steel bolts and nylock-nuts, just because I don't have that big of a riveter. Thank you so much

Thanx for the great video, saved me a ton of time trying to figure out how to replace the handle. It was so easy to follow. It's guys like you that make the internet a fabulous resource.

I got the button head hex type bolts that uses a 1/8 hex head allen wrench. Hope this helps someone. Thanks to all of you who contribute to our projects.

@sjquin669

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I just tried it today

The instructions worked great; I used carriage bolt, flat washer, lock washer, nut, then nylon nut. Should stay in place and be easy enough to pull when I need to replace it.

i swear, the only video worth watching

Thank you so much for your clear instructions, your details and specifics, and the camera angles. Outstanding!

Excellent video! I watched another video on this same fix and the guy showed how to remove the handle, very little on the interior panel removal and the inside of the door. An then MAGIC HAPPENED, and the handle was installed! Thank you very much for taking us all the way through the process!

One of the best instructional videos I have seen.

Testified yesterday I was going for it. Mission accomplished. My door configuration externally was different. Once I got in, lines of sight were tricky. I had to stretch my eyes some and tape a flashlight inside. Video was crucial. Very satisfied.

I like the idea of using bolts vs rivets. I received a quote from a mechanic for $145! I am going to try it myself!

I was kind of hoping to see you drill the old rivets out that you showed at the beginning of the video. Though I do appreciate you showing how to put the rivets back on, that was helpful.

Just wanted to you to know, after watching your video, I changed mine on a 2008 Ranger in just 30 minutes. THANK YOU!

Great video I was able to change mine with no problems keep them coming

i hate it when you have to do modifications on aftermarket parts, because they don't fit like the original. Original parts are more expensive, but less headache if you can find them. Great Video!!!

Great video. To the point, good instructions ,no wasted time listening to small talk. Good job

Great info! my drivers side just broke yesterday. I just got the exact same Dorman handle today. Going to install later today. Thanks!

very good video, watched another first but this showed everything way better! thanks

Thanks! I was able to get the handle replaced,...had a bit of a time getting that linkage removed - but was successful! Video was instrumental , thank you!

Thanks for the inside, clear video shots. Other videos just go ,"can't get in to see but it's a spring..."

Thank you so much for this video! Is extremely detailed and informative! I was able to replace my door handle and change my mirror out at the same time and it didn’t take long to do it, thanks again..

Great video, was able to replace my passenger handle with unusual ease. Thanks bro!

Cool, that didn't seem too bad . I've never replaced a door handle before

@NutsandBoltsAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Yes sir, not bad at all. Maybe a 30min job, if all goes well.

@abrahamarias3695

4 жыл бұрын

Shorty?

Thanks for the video. I have had the dealership replace both doors once. This will be #2 on the Drivers side

best easy to understand video for this job

Thanks great video. Perfect. But , too complicated for me. Ill keep opening it with a shoelace.

thanks. doing a door handle tonight. thing broke like 9 months ago. been going in through passenger side hahaha.

@albertflores6534

2 жыл бұрын

Tell me about it lol

@sjquin669

2 жыл бұрын

Same lol

Instructions unclear my toaster is in the microwave

@nathanm1783

3 жыл бұрын

K

@albertflores6534

2 жыл бұрын

Go for it. DIY takes practice. good luck.

Really the best video that i've found. Going for it.

Thanks ! The best part for me is to know that you can drill out those pesky rivets and go with bolts !!! Just put a dab of thread lock or superglue and it can't be removed from outside without putting a wrench to lock the nut inside.

just got my replacement handles. will be doing this over the weekend and report back. thanks man!

Thank you man! I'll be doing this tomorrow.

Thank you, I think I might be able to do it

Thanks for the video it saved me a big hassle.

Thanks for your video, it was simple to understand and follow and made my job so easy.

Great instructions!

Thank you. With a little bit of work, I replaced my handle.

Did a great job explaining and I'll use bolts and nut on my handle ! Thanks

This is where it’s at. Great vid bro thanks

@NutsandBoltsAuto

4 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

Exactly what I need, tyvm.

Where do I buy a outside door handle for a 2005 ford ranger pick up

Thanks you helped me so much

My ford ranger brothers and sisters 😂

Thanks for the help!!!

Thank you guys

Best video I've seen so far, thanks!

Question? 95 ford ranger what is part number for the better door handle? And where do you find it? Your video showed everyrhing! I am so grateful!

Pop rivets huh gotta love American engineering.

I have to replace the passenger side door handle for the third time I guess the weather play a lot of apar of it

Great video

And this is why I hate new cars! Thanks for the vid!

Just what I needed! Thanks young man!

How do u get so good close ups??? I can barely see in there..

Yeah, use bolts on your truck and rivets on the other guys. Someone's gonna have to drill that out if the handle ever breaks again. Great video though. Made things a little easier. Had to use a Dremel and a hammer and chisel to get the old rivets out. Hole punch just wouldn't work.

@NutsandBoltsAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Being the original door handle already means someone's gonna have to drill the rivets out. I don't really think one is better than the other, unless you want to keep the vehicle as original as possible. The owner of the vehicle wanted to use rivets on his, I decided to use bolts on mine. Rivets are harder to tamper with.. but there's easier ways to break into these trucks anyway. Thanks for watching!

Worked great for me. Thanks for the video Thumbs Up!

Great easy to understand Good Job

Very good explanation

Thanks!

Part #s, head diameter of the rivets, tools used would be extremely helpful. Great video though, very accurate on the proper way to replace the part.

@NutsandBoltsAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input! I've updated the description with parts used and tools. I had mentioned the diameter of the rivets in the video (0:54)

Bruv, u saved me. Respect.

I tried this on my 93 ranger. Took the door apart to install the new handle and that wasn’t even the problem. I broke the small plastic piece that the bar fits into so I need a video for that lol

@NutsandBoltsAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Pull (or push) the plastic clip out with some needle nose pliers. You may need this as well (affiliate link): amzn.to/2VuoVCP

@taxiridefun

11 ай бұрын

Those clips won't work for the rod those clips are for the door locked not the rod for the external door handle nobody knows what that clip is called or where you can even find one or how you even get it out of there

I am trying to get the bottom of the hook off. My keeper is metal, not plastic. I dont see a place to pry on it. Any suggestions? Thank, Tom

That's for the video it helped me alot

Okay here's the problem it'll slide into the door but the metal piece will not lay flat under any circumstance of the matter what you do it will not lay flat so you can rivit it or use screws

And hereeee we go. Thanks.

Do you know what material to use to replace that cover? Because mine95 ford ranger, all crumbling broken. Half crumbled? Also that clip that holds the rod for door. I can not figure out how to undo it. I cant even figure out how to pop it out of wherever it is screw driver doesnt seem to do a darn thing to unclip it? And you're the only video that even shows that clip none of the other videos on KZread even show the clip they just say oh you got to get in there

Good vid man!

Thanks for the video man

Thanks dude thanks a lot

I'm replacing my passenger handle on a Ranger I bought used from the tow yard. The handle was missing and so is the linkage, I got the new handle. Do you know the part number for the linkage between the handle and door latch? Thanks

Now, where do you buy the rivets and gun? Auto parts stores and lowes dont carry anything bigger than 3/16 both rivets and the tool. Whats wrong with using the old nuts and bolts?

Thanks a Million! Major Help!

Excelent video..very helpful. thanks

My dad bought a 2006 Ford ranger and one handle is broke completely off and the other one is broke from the cables or whatever opens the door with the handle and the windows are rolled up and keys are locked inside the truck and I want to know how to know how to open this door without the keys cuz the keys are locked in the truck

Great vid ! Thanks bud !

Good job making this vid

Thanks helped alot

Thank you, very helpful

Great video, thanks a bunch.

@NutsandBoltsAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

You should have installed a metal shield to prevent thieves from breaking in through the door handle with a metal rod

@NutsandBoltsAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thats a good idea, but these trucks are very easy to break into. It'll take much more than that to stop thieves. It's at least a good step in the right direction, thanks for the suggestion 👍

Hahaha @3:53 it gets all rough like the Russian guy in The movie Armageddon 😂🤣

@christopherbrennan5287

3 жыл бұрын

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@boonematias4131

3 жыл бұрын

@Christopher Brennan yea, have been using KaldroStream for since december myself :D

I have a Ford Ranger 2000 I clicked on the link you have in the description, but when I went to amazon it says the handle doesn’t fix my truck. What other one you recommend? My truck has automatic windows

And I don't even know what the name of that clip is? In case need to get one? the only clips I see for sale are for the lock?

Very helpful 👍

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@kathleenmonagle121

3 жыл бұрын

What size/type bolts did you use? I would rather go that route than rivets. Thank you!

@cindytrussell1225

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome explanation, step by step.

This metal handle will not fit In my 95 ford ranger

Very Thankful

What size bolt and nut what installed before

Can we just start off with the window all the way up??

Thanks..very helpful.. best regards..

@NutsandBoltsAuto

4 жыл бұрын

you're welcome, thanks for commenting

Omg thank you sooo freaken much I LOOOOVE my ford rangers (I actually own 2...a 1999 ford ranger sport and a 2001 xlt ford ranger) both have alot a work to be done on them but the latest problem was on my sport being up there in age n all both her door handles (factory mind u) and yes I refer my sport as a her and xlt as a him thank u got pulled off will this video still be relevant in situation? Like I'll send pic so ull have better idea but I really want to fix her the right way

This is great

you forgot to lubricate the locking assembly. Most likely you will break the handles again soon. Your best friend is white lithium grease.

You said you used 1/4" hardware?

Got my handle replaced. Closed the door, and it immediately snapped in half. Take his advice. Spend the extra $10

thanks for the video it helped me

@NutsandBoltsAuto

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Genius

Is the manual different than the electric version and if it is, do u have instructions for it's repair?

@NutsandBoltsAuto

3 жыл бұрын

I think the only thing that changes is that you have to deal with the controls. Just pull them out, and remove the connectors. Then remove the door panel.

What size nut and bolt? And length?

6:32, deez bolts.