If I'm thinking of the same part, that ring may act as a bearing
surface of sorts to help keep the handle from wearing prematurely
(i.e. cracking and breaking). Then again, that may be a long term
concern, and may be more of an issue with the older style harder to
actuate door latch (up to '84).

I know Alistair Bell here on the list made that ring and may have pics
in his blog. (can't see them though)

Since you have part in hand, maybe worth getting someone with a lathe
to copy it? Heck, thinking now, I have to wonder if one could make one
out of PVC bits and proper adhesive.

Neil.

On Sun, Feb 24, 2013 at 8:21 AM, Michael Sullivan
<sandwichhead@gmail.com> wrote:

> ..... Also need an opinion...I have the NLA
> ring that goes around the exterior slider handle. It is brand new. Should I
> go ahead and use it or save for later?  Thought I would put it on after
> painting it sometime in the future.  Thanks for the advice

--
Neil n

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