Off Road Guys - Looking For "Oh **** Handle"

[strickj]

Can anyone point me to a site that sells aftermarket oh **** handles?

After many seconds of endless and tiresome Google searches I have come up empty.

All I have found is forums with people selling OE handles. I need something strong... and cool looking!

Thanks!

[Jasongar8]

Jeep Grab Bars & 4x4 Sport Handles : Tellico 4x4

You can choose dash, universal, or roll bar handles. Hope this is what you were looking for.

[DRM]

Handles for what vehicle? Bolt or weld on? Where do you want it (Dash, attached to cage, etc.)?

[strickj]

DRM, I prefer a bolt-on but can wield it if need be. It needs to go on the A-pillar and of a trailblazer to help my fat ass get in the damn thing.

Of coarse, I could get smaller tires and loose some weight... but where's the fun in that

Jeep Grab Bars & 4x4 Sport Handles : Tellico 4x4

You can choose dash, universal, or roll bar handles. Hope this is what you were looking for.

Thanks. I think one of their universals may work.

[DRM]

What does the steel A pillar look like under the trim? Is there enough metal to weld something to? Are you looking for a solid handle, or just a "pull me up" handle to assist in entry?

I'd probably remove the trim, weld in a plate and a threaded bung (cutting a hole in the trim for the bung to stick through), then find a suitable OEM handle from a junkyard and bolt that in place for a nice finished look. There are tons out there in various colors - I bet you can find one you like that is low profile to not impede your vision and meet your needs.

[strickj]

I broke the OE handle last week so I want to put in something heavy duty that can handle "heavy loads" (ie,me!). The problem is I have to put my full weight on that one little handle each time I get in.

I haven't looked at the bare metal yet but I'm certain that I can find a way to mount one. Worst case, I'll wield in a bung or a stud to have something to bolt the new handle to. I'm not concerned with keeping it low profile or looking stock as long as the handle is nice. The bolt heads can be easily covered with some fiberglass tinted to math my trim anyway.

Edited February 24, 2011 by strickj

[LastRebel70]

Might give J C Whitney a try.

[DRM]

If you broke the OE handle, I'd start with checking to see if the OE mounts are still sturdy and usable. If so, I'd figure out a way to just get a sturdier handle to mount right back in it's place. If you were closer I'd offer an afternoon in the shop and I bet we could whip up something that would work for you...

[strickj]

The factory handle is above the window. The aftermarket I want will be in addition to the OE but forward of the window.

Ultimately, I'd like to get one that comes with the OE matching trim like this one

I would even take one with a gauge pod if I could find one..

[DRM]

That's a tall order... good luck