Door handles

[malc4d]

Can a Mk1 door handle be converted to a Mk2 ? (or otherway round)

[Lingen]

Malc.
Do you mean just the handle or the whole locking mechanism? The chrome plated bowl can be used for either either type, as can the new SOCTFL ones. The mechanisms behind them differ to suit the different locks at the ends of the door.These are not interchangeable.
Mike.

[dasadrew]

Isn't the longer 'arm' on the Mk2 a factor if using a Mk1 bowl on a Mk2?

[Lingen]

Drew.
The longer arm version is drilled in two places to work with both types. If you have a short arm one, you will need to replace it with the universal one.
Mike.

[dasadrew]

Yes, so I thought. So the Mk1 can't be used on a Mk2 in response to the OP

Drew

[Lingen]

Drew.
No. Only the other way round. I should be more precise when answering, and more attentive when reading the question!
Mike..

[dasadrew]

I won't mention it when we meet on Friday!

[malc4d]

Dammm I have a pair of NOS Mk1 handles and I need Mk2...…… Thanks guys

[malc4d]

Anyone need mk1 door handles nos pair ???

[For Your Pleasure]

Anyone need mk1 door handles nos pair ???

Yes I would be interested. I've sent you a pm

[bradholland]

Anyone need mk1 door handles nos pair ???

Yes please malc, I'm in florida too!!

[jbuckl]

I was asked about this a while back. Someone wanted to use nice shiny mk 1 bowls in his mk 2 car. I was able to convert them by screwing 5mm rose joints into the shorter mk1 posts. The rose joints actually got soldered up in the end, but they made the job relatively cheap & quick.

[Lingen]

Malk.
The new SOCTFL sponsored door handles which will be available shortly, have been made so that they will be suitable for Mk 1 and Mk 2 doors.
Mike.