In a message dated 12/30/04 4:57:39 PM Eastern Standard Time,
hfinn@INGRATES.NET writes:

> >Just got through examining the doors on both.  No provision for a second
> >rear handle.  Did not locate in the us etka either. Then check against the
> >european civilian and military options and did not find it either.
>
> Considering that such a handle would only be usable for the last couple
> inches of closing the door, I'm not surprised it was never a factory
> option. Can't imagine the point of a handle that immediately disappears
> behind the C-pillar upon sliding the door. Maybe someone put it in to be
> able to add some "pull" to get a grumpy slider latch to close all the way.
>
>

hate to tall ya.. but it was factory..  at least on 1980 westys.   i have two
80 westys here and they both have the rear inner handle, and have parted out
a few other 1980 westys over the years..all had the inner rear handle...just
like 76-79 westys.

chris