Door handle wobbles (1 Viewer)

[mklowflyer]

Hello, all. I'm relatively new to the FJ game here.
I've just replaced both door handle actuators in my 73 FJ40. The new actuator works great. Problem is, the outer handle (Part #11 in the picture) now wobbles. There's a tiny gap between the handle and the door (even after reusing the old washers). I'm thinking I need new washers (Part #41) but can't seem to find one anywhere. I tried a teflon washer that I found at ASE Hardware, but after installing it, now the handle doesn't automatically return after you unlatch the door. I had to loosen the retaining nuts on the inside of the my door in order for the latch spring to be able to return the handle - which again caused the outer handle to be too loose and wobble. Any ideas from the experts out there?

 

[Green Bean]

Hello, all. I'm relatively new to the FJ game here.
I've just replaced both door handle actuators in my 73 FJ40. The new actuator works great. Problem is, the outer handle (Part #11 in the picture) now wobbles. There's a tiny gap between the handle and the door (even after reusing the old washers). I'm thinking I need new washers (Part #41) but can't seem to find one anywhere. I tried a teflon washer that I found at ASE Hardware, but after installing it, now the handle doesn't automatically return after you unlatch the door. I had to loosen the retaining nuts on the inside of the my door in order for the latch spring to be able to return the handle - which again caused the outer handle to be too loose and wobble. Any ideas from the experts out there? View attachment 3174067

Here is what worked for me.

 

[mklowflyer]

Here is what worked for me.

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Excellent! I'll give that a shot. Thank you!

 

[GA Architect]

ACE Hardware for the win....I took the old washer to match the inner & outer diameter as best I could, below is the result.

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[JohnnyC]

if your nylon washers are too tight and do not allow it to return... just sand it down a bit till it does

 

[mklowflyer]

if your nylon washers are too tight and do not allow it to return... just sand it down a bit till i. I"ll give that a try.

if your nylon washers are too tight and do not allow it to return... just sand it down a bit till it does

Good idea! I'll give that a try. Thanks much!

 

[mklowflyer]

Spent the morning on the phone with Cannon Gaskets and later McMasterCarr (refered by Cannon). I think that rubber washer has been discontinued. I'll check out ACE Hardware again.

 

[Green Bean]

Spent the morning on the phone with Cannon Gaskets and later McMasterCarr (refered by Cannon). I think that rubber washer has been discontinued. I'll check out ACE Hardware again.

FYI: Looks like McMaster still has them but you have to buy a package of 50.
Oil-Resistant Neoprene Rubber Sealing Washer for 1/2" Screw Size, 0.49" ID, 1.062" OD, 0.11"- 0.14" Thickness.

McMaster-Carr

McMaster-Carr is the complete source for your plant with over 595,000 products. 98% of products ordered ship from stock and deliver same or next day.

www.mcmaster.com

I still have a whole package less the 2 that I used. PM me your address and I would be happy to send you some.

 

[mklowflyer]

FYI: Looks like McMaster still has them but you have to buy a package of 50.
Oil-Resistant Neoprene Rubber Sealing Washer for 1/2" Screw Size, 0.49" ID, 1.062" OD, 0.11"- 0.14" Thickness.

McMaster-Carr

McMaster-Carr is the complete source for your plant with over 595,000 products. 98% of products ordered ship from stock and deliver same or next day.

www.mcmaster.com

I still have a whole package less the 2 that I used. PM me your address and I would be happy to send you some.

Sorry for the late reply. The holidays kind of got away from us over here. Thanks so much for the offer, Green Bean. I actually wound up finding a machine bushing at ASE that seems to have done the trick.
Thanks for everyone’s help!