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Thanks for the photos Brian.

Key question still is "WILL THE SECOND TYPE WITH 2 HOLES FIT INTO THE DOOR AND CONNECT UP WITH THE WORKINGS INSIDE THE DOOR ?" - obviously some sort of plate will have to be added behind the second screw/bolt & nut so when tightened up it won't damage the door skin.

Basically I think I have to keep up the hunt for a handle or two to match my "early" handles on the rest of the car.

Interesting to know how many guys have actually had a backplate fracture on these first types - mine only broke when taking the car to bits for the resto. probably took offence at being moved after 60 odd years ?

Michael

Here are some photos of the opening in the door for the later type handle, Also detail of the reinforcing plate inside the door. Length of the reinforcing plate is 5-3/4"

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