door lock tumblers

[36threewindow]

 I have a 1936 Buick Special coupe with,like most cars of that time, a locking door handle on the passenger side only. I found a matching locking handle a wondered if the tumblers in those locks could be changed so both would work with one key.

 Does anyone know where to get the window / door crank handle retainer clips the ones I got from Auto Zone appear to small.

[pont35cpe]

I`m doing the same with my `36 Buick coupe exterior locking handles, using another passenger side locking handle it`ll fit in place of the drivers side non-locking handle, key slot will be upside down. Cylinder can be removed, re-keyed by locksmith to match your passenger side door cylinder, then cylinder is re-installed 180deg in the handle, key slot will be correct. The Filling Station shows to have the retainer clips, pt#FS-146. Hope this helps.

[MCHinson]

Any old fashioned locksmith should be able to change the lock tumblers to match for you. Bob's Automobila is one source for the handle retainer clips: https://bobsautomobilia.com/interior-floors-and-doors/1930-53-door-handle-clips.-hc-11/