How in the kahootince do you get them off. I see the black clip that goes around the shaft and then folded into the handle. Whats the trick??

There's a special tool to take them off.

The tool is long obselete.I saw them on Ebay a few times.They go for some major $$$.I made one for my kids 62 and my 57.The clip is actually like a spring.The reg stub is square and has notches in it.I took an old screwdriver and bent the end a bit.Smoothed it down so it didnt gouge the panel.Then you have to get it under the clip where its not held into the handle.Pull it sideways a bit and press it.My kid driled his handles and shafts and installed button allens when he got them off.He didnt reuse the clips.They are a real pain to get off.Rocky

Here's the tool I have: The opening that goes around the square shank on the handle is 1/2" wide. If you're not in a hurry and can't find a tool, PM me. I'll send you the tool and you can send it back when you're done.

Here's what the crank looks like on the back side. You need to push the loose end of the "U" clip toward the crank. You may be able to push the door panel in far enough to see the clip.

Another picture:

here ya go.....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OER-Door-...sQ5fAccessories

Ok I have a few of those GM clip tools. I can see the clips as I have ripped the door panels off.
I'll try again today.
Thanks