Replacement Sliding Door Handle, outside

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Jan 23, 2008 | 09:59 PM

pauldfixr

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From: Budd Lake

Replacement Sliding Door Handle, outside

Well, I shelled out for an el-cheapo aftermarket sliding door handle, and the darned thing flexes so much its 'finger' won't push open the door latch. The inside handle works it fine.

Without the outer handle, I can reach in with my middle finger and open the latch 'by hand' with much effort, but no blood!

Should I go to the JY for a 'real' part, shell out for a new Ford factory part, or do I need to lube up my mechanism to make it work with a lighter touch?

Your opinion counts! Thanks!

Jan 23, 2008 | 10:56 PM

xlt4wd90

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I would first go to the junk yard and find a replacement. I would also lube all the parts since you're going to be in there anyway.

Jan 23, 2008 | 11:16 PM

asavage

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Mine was broken when I bought it last spring. I put a JY handle in.

Jan 24, 2008 | 07:34 PM

marty600

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From: Illinois, usa

Boneyard for sure, on all parts like this one-aftermarket is all chinese.
Look around for the one that may not have been used in large family,
less wear on sliding door!