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Sloppy interior DS door handle..how 2 fix

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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 10:14 AM
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Sloppy interior DS door handle..how 2 fix

When I shut my door from the inside it feels like i am going to rip the whole door handle/interior off. How do I A: tighten up the handle so it actually feels like it is connected to door securely B: make it so I dont have to slam my door to get it to latch.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 10:23 AM
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Or, C: Make a bracket, like I did, that goes around the handle portion, and bolts in two places; one in front of the handle mechanism, small screw, and the other is one of the 8mm bolts that bolt into the door.

I did this, and now the door handle and panel do not move one bit.

I also showed 65Imp (Mike) how to make the bracket and install it. Before, it felt like his door panel was going to rip off if he closed the door too hard. Now its solid.

You can ask him to take a pic of it; IF his car is still up on stands and in pieces.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 12:44 PM
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Bracket rocks!

My door handle is solid as stone now, no kidding. But the door is back together, maybe when we have some time Attila and I can do a write-up on how to do this, it really makes my car feel more quality.
-Mike
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 03:52 PM
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and/or D) fiberglass the back of the doorpanel like I did, hehe.

Write up on the bracket would be cool!
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 03:56 PM
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Sounds like a plan.. I want to see it also.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 04:25 PM
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Compression

I just open my window a crack before I close the door. the door closes on the first pull instead of the secon or third stronger pull that may make your handle feel like it is going to pull off.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 05:20 PM
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I think they're talking about the flexing trim panel when you pull the door closed. It's pretty sloppy and feels like the trim and pocket is going to pop off the door assy. Makes a squeaky noise also.
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