More CNC billet handles available next month 👍

> On May 27, 2021, at 9:45 AM, Stephen Grisanti <bike2vcu@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> There are Samba threads on this.  I posted a few pix in this one (page 2).
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> https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=275775&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=handle&start=20
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> Drill your holes SHALLOW so you don't hit the wires.  You will love the assist in climbing up.
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> Stephen
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> On Thursday, May 27, 2021, 11:34:12 AM EDT, Manny Melo <manuel.melo.jr@gmail.com> wrote:
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> Hi Guys, Check these out:
> https://www.syncrotimes.com/shop/vanagon-oh-shit-handle
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> > On May 27, 2021, at 6:19 AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:
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> > Hi guys,
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> > I have a handle and the wedges from Jim Felder some time ago.  I have not installed yet but my driver has requested it.  Her short size makes the step a challenge and she pulls on the steering wheel to get in.
> > 
> > But, I noticed that after I got the used parts that GW now sells the wedges and the handle.  They also talk about extensive directions with the kit on how to do problem free.
> > 
> > Perhaps the directions include a video or are at least on the site. 
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> > I hope that helps.
> > 
> > Eric Caron 
> > Driver handle on my  to do list.
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> > 
> > 
> >> On May 27, 2021, at 3:53 AM, Loren Busch <starwagen@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
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> >> RE: Drivers Side Grab Handle
> >> I just did exactly that!!  Rather I had it done.
> >> First thing is getting one.  Be very sure you get ALL the parts!!  The base
> >> that goes under the handle, two of them, can be hard to find.
> >> Second, and this is VERY important, you have to be very careful when
> >> drilling the holes to mount it.  There are a bunch of wires in that A
> >> column that you don't want to catch with your drill.  And even worse, the
> >> screws that hold everything in place are longer than they need to be and
> >> they can catch the wires also.  That is what happened when mine was mounted
> >> but fortunately I had a top notch Vanagon mechanic doing the work and he
> >> was able to snake in a new wire.
> >> The several times I have been in and out of my Westy since the handle
> >> really helps my old body, getting in was starting to be a problem.  Problem
> >> solved.