The door key will not open the door

Tiny
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  • 1985 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • MANUAL
  • 120,000 MILES
When I put the key into the lock it turns easy (no resistance) as if the lever came off. The lock doesn't unlock by the door key.I took the door panel off (driver's side) and I can't get my hand up to the door lock cylinder. There is too much stuff in the way. How do I gain access to the lock cylinder? Bob
Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 AT 3:21 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Make sure the window is all the way up. Here is a diagrams to make sure you have all the panels off. Can you take a picture of what you are dealing with so I can walk you through? Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Friday, April 19th, 2019 AT 11:52 AM
Tiny
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Ken, I only took off the main door panel. The window is all the way up. Unfortunately, I do not know how to send pictures yet.I think the lever became unattached from the door lock.I can't reach up there.B
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Saturday, April 20th, 2019 AT 4:39 AM
Tiny
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Can you ask someone to help with the images I need to see what you are talking about. Please use a flashlight if it is dark when taking the shots.
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Monday, April 22nd, 2019 AT 12:57 PM
Tiny
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Ken, I figured it out.I just need to know what type of rod lock(which secures the od to the door lock)GM uses. Please let me know what its called and how I can obtain them. Thank you. Your services are greatly appreciated. Bob.
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Monday, April 22nd, 2019 AT 3:10 PM
Tiny
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There are called lock rods is all, Classic Corvettes should have the parts you need.
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Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019 AT 10:55 AM
Tiny
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Ken, thank you. 2CarPros is an excellent site.I really appreciate the advice given by you experts. Thank you, Bob.
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Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019 AT 3:32 PM
Tiny
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Good to hear, please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
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Wednesday, April 24th, 2019 AT 11:08 AM

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