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absentmathis 05-19-2016 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Gixxerboy63 (Post 1078327)
man... I just paid $59 on ebay.
Check out furiousmethod.com

BMWX5CHI 05-25-2016 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Arby1028 (Post 1078331)
ECS has been a good/reliable source for parts and accessories over the years for me. If I can't find something on their website I call them and the customer service rep can usually find it. Prices are good and availability is very good.

(I'm not in any way affiliated with ECS Tuning other than being a satisfied customer)
Agree, very good place to find OEM replacement parts at decent prices.

gregg3gs 05-25-2016 11:38 PM
sounds like shameless self promotion to me (ecs)

Arby1028 05-26-2016 01:18 AM
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Originally Posted by gregg3gs (Post 1078887)
sounds like shameless self promotion to me (ecs)
Just passing on my good experiences with ECS and hoping others may benefit from their good selection and service.

gregg3gs 05-26-2016 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Arby1028 (Post 1078895)
Just passing on my good experiences with ECS and hoping others may benefit from their good selection and service.
The way it sounded was funny.

Guess where I get my part (sometimes)? Yop, ecs. Hahaha

X5Cat 05-26-2016 10:14 PM
My front passenger side handle melting, too.:saad:

Guess I'll be shopping ECS or eBay.

PotsyDriver 05-27-2016 12:54 AM
I had an unexpected fix with this problem. I ordered some inexpensive adhesive vinyl that I was going to cover the effected area in. I took off the door handle, and decided to paint the 'melting' area in some glue before covering it, with the hope that I could 'seal' the melting-ness. I used some of this WELDBOND glue that I had sitting around.

I painted the glue on and spread it out evenly with a small paint brush - I'm not sure if it has any special qualities beyond PVA glue. Within an hour it had dried clear and smooth. I decided to give it another coat, and just reinstalled the handle as-is without trying to cover it. Problem fixed. No longer melting & nice and smooth to the touch.

X5Cat 05-27-2016 12:29 PM
Mine is far gone and messy enough that I am just going to replace. Can anyone tell me where to find the interior color code or name so I can order the replacement?

X5Cat 05-28-2016 02:07 PM
Answering my own question here: Found colors and other info by entering last 7 digits of VIN at Free Online BMW VIN Decoder, lookup, check - BMWVin.com

lordshin808 05-31-2016 01:28 AM
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Originally Posted by PotsyDriver (Post 1078999)
I had an unexpected fix with this problem. I ordered some inexpensive adhesive vinyl that I was going to cover the effected area in. I took off the door handle, and decided to paint the 'melting' area in some glue before covering it, with the hope that I could 'seal' the melting-ness. I used some of this WELDBOND glue that I had sitting around.

I painted the glue on and spread it out evenly with a small paint brush - I'm not sure if it has any special qualities beyond PVA glue. Within an hour it had dried clear and smooth. I decided to give it another coat, and just reinstalled the handle as-is without trying to cover it. Problem fixed. No longer melting & nice and smooth to the touch.
interesting. got any before an after pics?


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