Help! Part needed for door handle on '96 LS400

[Howplum]

I'm now in the process of putting the car back together but find that a small bush/grommet on the driver's door handle has gone missing. The rod from the door lock mechanism fits into it and is not available separately from Lexus. The good news is that new door handle assemblies appear to be available from Amayama at £44.46 plus postage etc. However, if anyone reading this has a spare driver's door handle assembly lying around then please contact me. I have effected a temporary fix, but I don't know how long it will last. The part number is 69210-50010.

[Malc1]

Steve2006 had lots of spare kit ! ……. maybe 🤔 

Malc 

[hockeyedwards]

If you have FB, join the UK LS 400 430 460 group, great group overall, but there is a guy Scott who is breaking a 96 LS400. I've had a few bits off him before, he's a lovely guy and may have what you are looking for! 🙂

[Howplum]

Thanks Kieran.  I have managed source one from eBay, together with a few other bits I need.

[steve2006]

Sorry Howard I missed this post, a bit late now but I have some complete locks in “the shed” if you need any more bits.

You were right Malc 😀

[Howplum]

Thanks Steve. I have ordered one from Amayama because I noticed they had one listed for only £8.50! I triple checked and it was definitely the correct part number, so it now winging its way from the UAE. However,  if it proves to be wrong I will certainly get back to you.

[Howplum]

I've just had a message from Amayama saying the exterior handle assembly is out of stock.  Surprise, surprise! 

Steve, all I actually need is the plastic retaining clip in the exterior handle assembly that retains the operating rod connected to the door lock, although I am happy to buy the complete handle assembly,  if that's easier. Perhaps you can send me a private message. Thanks. 

[Razor61]

Probably a long shot but does the bush/grommet look like this? If these are the correct ones, you can buy them off eBay.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/325168364614

[Howplum]

Thanks Paul, that's looks just the ticket. I must admit I didn't even look on eBay!

 

[Howplum]

Steve, I have now ordered these, so there is no need to go rummaging in "the shed" just yet, unless they prove to be incorrect. 

[Razor61]

2 hours ago, Howplum said:

Thanks Paul, that's looks just the ticket. I must admit I didn't even look on eBay!

 

No problem, that seller on eBay sells lots of the same type of stuff - clips, fasteners etc.