I like it. Great idea!
Sliding Door Handle Redesign
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You make very good use of your shop tools.
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Seems like a familiar idea...
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Promaster Sliding Door Handle - Carbon Fiber PC
For those who have either struggled to open the 2017-2022 Promaster slider door with the OEM door handle or consider the factory handle as being too flimsy, flexible or have broken the part in half, here is a perfect replacement if you are looking to upgrade. Whether used for commercial or...
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Yes, a familiar idea for a known ProMaster weakness. Mine is injection molded glass reinforced nylon, which will be superior in surface quality and strength to 3D printed carbon fiber.
I also retain use of the stock fastener and incorporate a steel bearing at the pivot point, which will let me offer a lifetime warranty.
Competition is good 👍
I also retain use of the stock fastener and incorporate a steel bearing at the pivot point, which will let me offer a lifetime warranty.
Competition is good 👍
Seems like a familiar idea...
Promaster Sliding Door Handle - Carbon Fiber PC
For those who have either struggled to open the 2017-2022 Promaster slider door with the OEM door handle or consider the factory handle as being too flimsy, flexible or have broken the part in half, here is a perfect replacement if you are looking to upgrade. Whether used for commercial or...
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Everyone should be complaining to RAM, NHTSA, FTC and Consumer Reports about this. It is a highly dangerous problem that should be fixed as a recall. So should the problem of unlocking from the insider after locking with the fob. Think fire and smoking and missing key.
I am lining up for the larger handle once its ready, but in meantime just an idea/hack that works for me .....
When you grab and pull the lever from inside it always seems to move a half inch and then get stuck without opening the door. Instead of keeping on pulling - release the lever and redo. Its always a simple and easy opening on the second time. Very frustrating to have to pull twice but better than fighting the lever and breaking something.
When you grab and pull the lever from inside it always seems to move a half inch and then get stuck without opening the door. Instead of keeping on pulling - release the lever and redo. Its always a simple and easy opening on the second time. Very frustrating to have to pull twice but better than fighting the lever and breaking something.
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That's the way it's designed. First pull simply unlocks it, once unlocked then subsequent pulls open it. Back door is the same so my guess is that this IS the safety mechanism.
Remember, this is sold as a cargo van and is not designed nor intended for transporting kids or anyone else in the back. If driving with people in the rear is the plan you have to make your own safety modifications.
That's the way it's designed. First pull simply unlocks it, once unlocked then subsequent pulls open it. Back door is the same so my guess is that this IS the safety mechanism.
Remember, this is sold as a cargo van and is not designed nor intended for transporting kids or anyone else in the back. If driving with people in the rear is the plan you have to make your own safety modifications.
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Winnebago isn't selling these as cargo vans. If it needs modification it should be done by Winnebago. And I'm not aware that RAM says not to use these as campers. So I don't buy the intentionally designed that way idea.
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How can I order and when? Will new handle allow full opening of sliding door? Thanks
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These will be available end of next month @ www.openglass.store
Full door opening will be maintained.
All the VIN numbers on these RAM vans sold in the US are coded as cargo. It's not an opinion, you can look it up. RAM is not responsible for, nor could it care less, what Winnebago does with it after it's sold.
If, after their modification, you have RV safety issues then obviously you'll have contact Winnebago. Who knows, maybe they'll do something for you.
The other concern I'd have with the 'Winnebago' or any other aftermarket conversion. If they provide rear seats, there is no safety test or requirement like the vehicle manufacturer has to do with the vehicle delivered seats. The aftermarket provider could just screw the rear passenger seats to plywood. Boy, that would go over great in a major collision
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For reference, there was a lengthy discussion about ProMaster door handles some time ago.
My simple 3d printable design is linked in this post:
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We have been using this handle for quite some time. Seems to be strong enough.
My simple 3d printable design is linked in this post:
We have been using this handle for quite some time. Seems to be strong enough.
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For those interested, please do sign up for an in-stock reminder here:
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Ram ProMaster Sliding Door Handle Upgrade (2014-2023)
This ProMaster sliding door handle is a direct replacement for the small and non-ergonomic stock handle. The additional leverage and deep finger scoops make for easy opening and pulling of the sliding door, especially for passengers with limited hand strength and dexterity (i.e. arthritic hands...
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Very cool take on the handle!
For reference, there was a lengthy discussion about ProMaster door handles some time ago.
My simple 3d printable design is linked in this post:
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We have been using this handle for quite some time. Seems to be strong enough.
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Do you ship to Canada your site won't let me check out on the door stopper and ladder hooks? Says no shipping available.For those interested, please do sign up for an in-stock reminder here:
Ram ProMaster Sliding Door Handle Upgrade (2014-2023)
This ProMaster sliding door handle is a direct replacement for the small and non-ergonomic stock handle. The additional leverage and deep finger scoops make for easy opening and pulling of the sliding door, especially for passengers with limited hand strength and dexterity (i.e. arthritic hands...
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Hi, the door handle product page is just to sign up for in-stock notifications. My first production run is underway. Depending on Canadian appetite for my smaller products, I can consider opening sales up to Canada.
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