Cupboard handles

[CeriRogers76]

Hi all, does anyone else have an issue with handles snapping off? Replacement from VW is silly cost!
Anyone know where to else you can source them?
Thanks

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[reimajarvinen]

Hi all, does anyone else have an issue with handles snapping off? Replacement from VW is silly cost!
Anyone know where to else you can source them?
Thanks

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The lovely tall cabinet handles of the Grand California

The handles on the tall cupboards in the Grand California are undoubtedly one of the biggest weak points, and Volkswagen has not touched them in the facelift ei

www.grandcali.com

 

[Arnoob]

As my handles kept breaking down I put a narrow round rod in the groove. It clamps itself firmly in the bend. No more open left door.

 

[vbk1975]

Hi all, does anyone else have an issue with handles snapping off? Replacement from VW is silly cost!
Anyone know where to else you can source them?
Thanks

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Someone has created 3D Print version, so if you know someone with a printer

https://makerworld.com/en/models/1327784-volkswagen-grand-california-camper-door-handle#profileId-1365478

 

[GS O'brino]

https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/4421539737/vw-grand-california-door-handle?ls=s&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=vw+grand+california&ref=sr_gallery-1-13&organic_search_click=1&local_signal_search=1&content_source=b375a9be-8eec-4fac-bbb4-fe74da986de0%253ALTb8c1f294620d1d4b5ffa47c1dd932dbcc44bc2b6&logging_key=b375a9be-8eec-4fac-bbb4-fe74da986de0%3ALTb8c1f294620d1d4b5ffa47c1dd932dbcc44bc2b6

 

[GS O'brino]

https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/4468581161/meldfactory-magnetgrip-v21-for-grand?ls=s&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=vw+grand+california&ref=sr_gallery-5-14&organic_search_click=1&local_signal_search=1&content_source=01d97ff1-5601-4e27-adcb-bab52a478069%253ALTf48d5a2c1aa92edb5564355fa164252c7b1728be&logging_key=01d97ff1-5601-4e27-adcb-bab52a478069%3ALTf48d5a2c1aa92edb5564355fa164252c7b1728be

 

[PaulGC680]

Hi all, does anyone else have an issue with handles snapping off? Replacement from VW is silly cost!
Anyone know where to else you can source them?
Thanks

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Hi
There are some nice magnetic catches available. Direct swap out.
Search the forum .

 

[VanFan]

The magnetic ones are worth their weight in gold.

 

[Phil Dub]

View attachment 145846View attachment 145847 As my handles kept breaking down I put a narrow round rod in the groove.

 

[Phil Dub]

I’ve discovered that if you push on the cupboard door just slightly before you pull the handle it will release no problem and you won’t break the handle. I think they designed the handle/latch so the doors don’t rattle as you drive

 

[Glassy]

I also recommend the magnetic catches from Grandcali. Martin sent a full set to us in NZ. A few were damaged during shipping and he immediately dispatched replacements at his expense. They are easy to fit, look good and cope with our rough gravel roads. I couldn't bring myself to give any more money to VW for a part which is clearly not fit for purpose.

 

[cpaharley2008]

Yeah mine snapped too, proper annoying! I ended up getting the 3D printed ones from that Etsy link someone posted - much cheaper than VW and seem just as good.