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Those look like the handles I purchased. I went with some cheap ones from ebay for R&D. According Jager themselves, central locking can't be retained with these handles. My first order of business is getting the lock mechanisms to work. Then, I'll see how to retain the central locking switches. It may be as easy as fab-ing a mount for the switch. Ever since I hurt my wrist I get a jab of pain every time I open the door on my 951. My Subaru has pull-style handles and I never have a problem. Besides aesthetics, not wincing every time I open the door is my motivator.
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Once I get the handles in I'll do some more research on what options exist for power locks. Did the Mk2 VWs have power locks available?
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And... someday my handles will arrive from HK.
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Damn, I already got my trans mount from Sweden.. where the hell are your door handles coming from?
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I'm waiting on parts too, so I feel your frustration. Hopefully we'll all get our parts soon - I want to drive my damn car!
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Hong Kong maybe? Did you get any kind of tracking for the handles or at least an estimate?
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Just got a confirmation from USPS, they're finally here!! Too bad my Saturday is going to consist of painting and Sunday is prepping for my trip... :'(
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Aaron... we have space, and will have machining done (either by a shop, or by us on a machine we purchase)...
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I say keep it simple and original.If you want your handles to look more modern just paint them in the color of the car and call it a day.
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After having handled the handles in question, I must say I am interested in seeing them on the car... much more modern, but still in character!
We will wrap it up, and fit them... looking forward to it! |
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I think that JoKa and I will be able to offer a product that'll be a good alternative to what's currently available as well as a look that's still aesthetically pleasing. And make no mistake, these handles will truly be custom after we finish with them.
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First prototype completed last night and it appears that we have a valid concept. More to follow...
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