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j00ppis



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Tailgate handle removal problem

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Trying to remove tailgate handle but nuts and bolts are rust, they just turn free, losing ideas how to get them away. Tryied drill but no manage.

Next is to try attach small blade to drill and cut the bolts, do i need to buy new tailgate handle if the bolts are attached to handle

Post #273993 28th Aug 2015 2:21 pm
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FreeLander88



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Any solution of the problem yet?
I have same problem as you.

Post #276689 23rd Sep 2015 5:52 am
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tim_roberts



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I think a Dremmel with cutting disc is required here

Post #276696 23rd Sep 2015 8:25 am
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j00ppis



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No i havent yet done nothing. I just bought whole new handle whit that switch, and i will take fotos from it to illustrate how it looks inside. MAYBE i will just cut the old handle one from near of the bolts location and then i will manage to get closer look[/list]

Post #276728 23rd Sep 2015 5:19 pm
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j00ppis



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Here is some photos of the new tailgate handle whit switch, if this will help all others.

i think i have 2 ways to get old of.

1. Buy dremel and try to cut bolts.
2. cut the old tailgate handle to pieces, near the bolts.

As you can see in the pictures there is photo of the microswitch how it looks like its in there, those 2 grey clips may be the only ones which will hold it

What comes to wiring that goes to switch, its looks like it have to be weld, not plug and play if u have to just replace only switch.


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Post #279657 28th Oct 2015 5:28 am
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RichP



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When I replaced mine two of the bolts were seized up so I ended up getting the handle off leaving the bolts in place, being very careful! Then I got some grips onto the nuts and bolts and a with a few twists they sheared off. Be brave and very careful and all will be fine. Good luck.

Post #279659 28th Oct 2015 6:04 am
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j00ppis



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So did you just cut the plastic handle outside?

Post #279663 28th Oct 2015 6:50 am
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RichP



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I remember that I ended up breaking the plastic that holds the bolts but cannot remember how I did it, sorry. I think you are just going to have to commit to it and take care not to do any damage. I was able to remove all nuts but two and that gave me enough room to get at the bolts and their fixings. The handle came off in one piece, I didn't cut it up, although I was prepared to do this as a last resort.

Post #279665 28th Oct 2015 7:30 am
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RichP



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I think I used these on the inside nuts and moved the handle with the other hand enough to fatigue the plastic that holds the bolts to failure. I have got quite a strong grip Thumbs Up

Post #279669 28th Oct 2015 7:34 am
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j00ppis



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Mmokay, thanks for advice for me, and now advice for other people who will be suffering this Smile, i will post later when i get time to cut it to pieces, and i will post some photos allso Smile! cya later!

Post #279672 28th Oct 2015 8:18 am
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j00ppis



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here is photos, i needed to broke tailgate to get acces to bolts, and then i drilled it.

finaly ive got new tailgate whit working switch! easy job!

But why the microswitch didnt work, i didnt find any reason? no corrosion as you see last pictures!

Few tips!
if you choose to not brake tailgate to peaces, i suggest to buy EXTRA LONG 2mm, 3mm, 4mm drills, and drill them away. you cant reach bolts whit normal drills from inside tailgate, as seen on previous pictures that there is not much spaca.


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RichP



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Wow, that was better stuck on than mine. Well done!

Post #281583 18th Nov 2015 1:10 pm
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