WTB FJ80 Tailgate Handle

[LCFZJ80]

I need to replace the plastic door latch on my lower rear tailgate (the black plastic handle that has a splined receiver for the latch post). I'm guessing these break all the time? Anyone have one for sale? If cruiserdan is listening, can I order them through you?
Thanks to all in advance

 

[93yotasr5]

I just ordered one from a fellow mudder. You really need to move this to the classified section if you want responses.

 

[ralphy1997]

A tire shop broke mine a while back--and paid for it. I think a new one is $15-20. Should be available at any Toyota dealership. Mine had it in stock.

 

[LCFZJ80]

Ordered from local dealer - thanks to all

 

[darwink1]

I was using a piece of broom handle for a long time. Worked great.

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[SoCal FZJ80]

80 Series Lower tailgate handle

We are making these out of aluminum or steel. If anyone is interested, we can put together a group buy for you. Min 10 pieces for a run. I can post pics of the prototype, just let me know.

 

[e21pilot]

What would the group buy price be?

 

[Drchew]

Sweet- pics please.

 

[Gordopescado]

I found a rolled 87ish 60 series in a junk-yard one day and grabbed the chrome one off of it, almost fits perfectly too. Might be able to get a pic.

 

[firetruck41]

We are making these out of aluminum or steel. If anyone is interested, we can put together a group buy for you. Min 10 pieces for a run. I can post pics of the prototype, just let me know.

I am interested. post up pics and a price, and I bet you will have 10 sold in no time! When mine broke last fall, my wife said I was probably glad 'cuz I could replace it with some high dollar metal handle from a 'mud vendor There wasn't one available then, but now that you are jumping in...

 

[bkl5000]

I'm interested in the aluminum/steel handle. Lets see some pics.

 

[B Legit]

I need one of these as well. Lets see some pics and prices.

 

[HGiles]

I am interested too!

 

[hakalugi]

i'd be interested as well.

 

[therealg]

I would also definitely be interested in an aluminum handle. Need pics and a price though. I like the idea.

 

[BamaPaul]

Me too!

 

[wxm]

Interested in metal handle. Any updates on pictures and price?

 

[SoCal FZJ80]

Aluminum Handle for 80 Series Rear Hatch Tailgate

Here is the first prototype of the billet model. CNC machining is expensive. We are going to look into making a cast aluminum version of it as well.
Also, we will post up pictures of a steel version once it is done. We need to get the materials and tooling costs in check before we post prices. If you can't wait and "must have" a billet machined one, send me an email or PM and I can see about knocking one out for you...

 

[pm92cruiser]

Are you still looking to make these handles? I'm interested in one myself.

 

[BamaPaul]

I went out and bought an 11mm blackhawk geared wrench fits great and wont break ever. Even if it does its guaranteed for life