T handle, seat recline

[Do Over]

69/40
Haven’t found a replacement yet. One of mine is missing and the other handle is broken. And yes I know this is not stock but ir works well. I went to ACE Hardware and got into their parts drawers. They have a T-handle for lawn mowers which dimensionally is about the right width and depth. It has a brass insert which is threaded. I drilled it out with a 13/32” bit. The fit is very good. Total cost about $10 for two. Photos attached.View attachment 2133899View attachment 2133900View attachment 2133901

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Your seats recline?

 

[JohnnyC]

Incline ... fold forward

Nice find... that’s going to work well... nice job !!

Is the handle solid?

 

[Do Over]

Incline ... fold forward

Nice find... that’s going to work well... nice job !!

Is the handle solid?

Yes it is other than where the brass threaded socket is inserted. I put duct tape on the handle and held it with a vice grip while I drilled it. The insert worked to center the bit.

 

[JohnnyC]

I’m wondering if it could get sanded down and polished up to better resemble the oem handle ... or at least make it less bulky

Possibly the thickness will keep it intact for the life of the Cruiser now

 

[hobbes]

Your seats recline?

I was wondering if I missed a hidden Easter egg all these years...

 

[Rigger]

Great tee handle replacement!
Does it have a part number?
I’d like to try this.

 

[Do Over]

For the low, low price of $129.95 plus shipping I can make you one or you can buy one of these, labor not included.

 

[cruiserkreutz]

This is a great option for a NLA item. That being said, I can't believe someone is not 3D printing an OEM knockoff.

 

[Rigger]

This is a great option for a NLA item. That being said, I can't believe someone is not 3D printing an OEM knockoff.

SOR was selling a pretty decent knockoff but it, too, is NLA.

 

[JohnnyC]

The sor one was made by a mud member... but... he hasn’t been around much


They were 3d printed

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

For the low, low price of $129.95 plus shipping I can make you one or you can buy one of these, labor not included.

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You'll fit right in over in chat.

 

[Krondor]

Hey @FUTURE MUDDER, If you would be willing to let me borrow your broken handle for a couple weeks, I could sculpt the broken side out of clay then create a mold out of the part. In return, I will be happy to provide you with a few extra handles.

Side note, If anyone had a complete handle, I would be willing to create a mold and cast a few parts.

It does not seem much more difficult than the knobs I am currently making. And when compared to the 3D printed handles, there are no lines with epoxy casting.

Hopefully in a couple days (When he gets his knob and switch back) @scoobiedubes will be able to vouch for me. I just cast and made a few room knobs for him.

 

[Do Over]

Hey @FUTURE MUDDER, If you would be willing to let me borrow your broken handle for a couple weeks, I could sculpt the broken side out of clay then create a mold out of the part. In return, I will be happy to provide you with a few extra handles.

Side note, If anyone had a complete handle, I would be willing to create a mold and cast a few parts.

It does not seem much more difficult than the knobs I am currently making. And when compared to the 3D printed handles, there are no lines with epoxy casting.

Hopefully in a couple days (When he gets his knob and switch back) @scoobiedubes will be able to vouch for me. I just cast and made a few room knobs for him.

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[Do Over]

You may have it.

 

[Rigger]

If someone is going to make knockoffs and sell them, I'd appreciate a chance to buy one or two. What's the price point?

 

[Krondor]

I prefer the term reproduction... haha. That depends on how much material it will take along with post machining/ processing time. I’ll have to make a couple before I can get you a solid number.

 

[wngrog]

I prefer the term reproduction... haha. That depends on how much material it will take along with post machining/ processing time. I’ll have to make a couple before I can get you a solid number.

Sweet.

 

[HelloKitty65]

Young Krondor,
If you want to use an unbroken original, I could loan you one I have.

 

[Krondor]

Thanks wise old @HelloKitty65.

I will try my luck with the broken handle first to see if I can get it to work. If not, I would gladly take you up on your offer! Thank you.