Reply To: 1948 A40 Devon – Exterior Door Handles and Trunk (Boot) Handle/Latch

[nearsidewing]

The situation with door handles takes a ton of patience. I found that it’s best to remove the door upholstery and undo the screw in the end of the square handle boss and pull the handle out. The boot handle is a bit more tricky. First –  take out the four screws that hold the lock mechanism in place from the inside. Second – spray the entire lock insides with penetrating oil and leave it for a day or so.  Third- apply pressure from all sides to loosen the handle. You may have to loose-install the screws to get enough purchase. Don’t forget the handle’s been in place for well over 60 years and likely seized with rust.  That’s the way I did my Devon. Tony Wright no 943 USA