Interior driver door handle flaking

[kindalen]

Hi,

 

The plastic on the driver side interior door handle is peeling. Is it easy to replace? Anyone recommend any online replacements?

 

Thanks.

[oodoom]

Good question - Im following this thread with interest, I have the same problem. occasionally they 2nd hand ones come up on eBay but are almost as tatty as the ones I want to replace. 

 

 

[kindalen]

Same. Was hoping someone had bought replacement online. Has to be a common issue. 

[drefaldwyn]

The covering on one of mine has gone really soft and sticky - almost like chewing gum - exacerbated by the hot weather. I'm looking at the possibility of making a fabric cover for it, one that wraps around a bit like the pads that you can get for seat belts. Maybe I'll use some felt?  A bit of trial and error required I think.

 

Drefaldwyn

[Martin.S]

Likewise - I have the same problem. Don't want to have to change the whole door skin but not sure if that part detaches in any way from the door skin

[pedromja]

I got it replaced by this part. Check correct placing by the weel side.

https://pt.aliexpress.com/item/SKTOO-Black-For-Skoda-Superb-Inner-door-handle-door-armrest-switch-box-inside-the-door-of/32834022642.html

[kindalen]

Thanks for link, exactly what I have been looking for but looks like lhd only. My car is rhd.

[Martin.S]

If anyone finds a supplier for the parts let us know

[drefaldwyn]

1 hour ago, Martin.S said:

If anyone finds a supplier for the parts let us know

Yes please! 

 

Drefaldwyn 

[AC22]

I have the same problem. Interested if a supplier is found. Gone down the covering it up route but not very successfully.

[kindalen]

I have used some black electrical tape to cover it. Not ideal.

[drefaldwyn]

17 hours ago, kindalen said:

I have used some black electrical tape to cover it. Not ideal.

I would need some beige electrical tape. Doh!

[TheRobinK]

8 hours ago, drefaldwyn said:

I would need some beige electrical tape

 

Leather beige film maybe...?

 

They do black as well.

 

Leather Vinyl Wrap on eBay

[williamshatnerspants]

Hi, I bought a pair for the front about 2 years ago, genuine parts from Europe, but I can't fer the life of me find who I bought them through sorry. I know it wasnt on eBay (I checked my history), and that the price was very reasonable about 25-20GBP each.

 

 

[superbdreams]

credit card statements may help you to find the purchase

[drefaldwyn]

10 hours ago, TheRobinK said:

 

Leather beige film maybe...?

 

They do black as well.

 

Leather Vinyl Wrap on eBay

Thanks for that TheRobinK. I'll investigate.  I've ordered a pair of "leather" seat belt pads which I will attempt to modify to act as a removable wrap for the door handles, perhaps secured by velcro. 

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Car-Seat-Belt-Pads-High-Comfort-Universal-Fit-Eco-Leather-UK-Beige-Gray-Black/152493717402?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=451838582771&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

 

I'll see how I get on and report back. Might have to resort to the adhesive vinyl in the end.

 

Drefaldwyn

[williamshatnerspants]

On 03/08/2018 at 19:25, superbdreams said:

credit card statements may help you to find the purchase

 

Perfect. I found them..... but they are no longer taking orders ;o(

 

Seller info

Bickerton Garage Limited

+44 8453377005

http://www.skodaparts.com

[email protected]

Amount

£50.28 GBP

 

Total

£50.28 GBP

Purchase details

SUPERB DOOR HANDLE SHELL UPPER PART 2008-2013

£21.89 GBP

Item #3T28671589B9

SUPERB DOOR HANDLE SHELL UPPER PART 2008-2013

£21.89 GBP

Item #3T28671579B9

Shipping

£6.50 GBP

Edited 5 August, 2018 by williamshatnerspants

[kindalen]

Thanks, must check main dealer.

[Martin.S]

If you get a price from the main dealer I would be interested to know how much

[superbdreams]

On ‎06‎/‎08‎/‎2018 at 00:34, williamshatnerspants said:

but they are no longer taking orders

 

Well there are a few of you needing it so group together and ask if they will order that many, may be worth their while then.

 

(should I have started that sentence with "SO" lol)

[williamshatnerspants]

On 09/08/2018 at 19:41, superbdreams said:

 

Well there are a few of you needing it so group together and ask if they will order that many, may be worth their while then.

 

(should I have started that sentence with "SO" lol)

 

I had presumed the company had ceased trading?

[drefaldwyn]

On 02/08/2018 at 22:18, TheRobinK said:

 

Leather beige film maybe...?

 

They do black as well.

 

Leather Vinyl Wrap on eBay

 

Further to my earlier post, I got some of the self adhesive vinyl and applied it to the door handle. I didn't scrape off the original covering as it hadn't deteriorated too badly. I first made a paper template of the area to be covered and then cut out the shape from the vinyl.  It was a bit fiddly to apply but the application of a bit of heat (not too much!!) from a hot air gun made the job easier. I'm reasonably happy with the end result but, as with most things, I can see areas where I might have been able to improve it. I may have another go at it in the future after I've seen how the vinyl copes with everyday usage.

 

The colour isn't a perfect match for the beige interior of my car but I'm a firm believer in the old adage that "An ugly patch is better than a handsome hole".

 

Images attached.

 

Drefaldwyn

[VRed]

Hello Peeps,

 

I've had the handle flaking issue for about a year now and understand its the heat that 'melted' the handles - I'm in Australia.

 

Just sourced 3 'right handles' for my Australian RHD model and its the original OEM stuff and not at the dealer-rip-off prices. Have 2 to sell in Australia, if you need. If you need one, PM and I can help you out. If you're in Brisbane, I can install it (after I figure out from YouTube, how to do my car first). PM me if interested.

 

PS: Make sure when you contact, ask for both left and right handles, as orders are per piece (not a pair). Learnt the hard way, though still cheaper than Dealer-rippers.

 

Cheers!

[Nackuk]

Vred how well did they fit? Would really like to replace mine.

[bigjohn]

I've used skoda-parts before for other parts (eg full drum back plate assembly)

 

 

https://www.skoda-parts.com/spare-part/3t2867158b9b9-black-driver-s-side-door-handle-skoda-35238.html

 

Edited 21 March, 2019 by bigjohn