r/r door handle outside and inside both limp and unable to open door. I read about plastic fastener that is known to break anyone have info about obtaining this or remaking one? I haven't opened it up yet. Is there something else that would cause this problem?

 

Mechanic just called said it was actuator bad, works when u use key to open doors both inside and out. I can live with that !

 

Mechanic (friend of mine) just delivered the car and we went out to have a look and chat about any potential issues. He put a new thermo in and rewired sound system and then went on to explain how the actuator was bent on the left rear door and that it seems fine now! Well I laughed and picked up the note I had written out and showed him the the door was actually the RIGHT rear door hahaha, he turned beet red and felt awful but I got a great laugh about it. He's picking up car in the a.m. and will have a look at the proper door hahahaha

 

LOL, at least you found the smoking gun
I had my actuator replaced too

 

Probably just warming himself up, before the real job. LOL

 

If the handles on your car ever do break (almost a certainty on these beautiful machines) you can find them from local wreckers. I have purchased six used handles for my 1994. They ranged in prices from 25.00 to 150.00. I've had two fail and I recently found an purchased a complete set to have as spares just in case. I got all four for $100.00.

They are not that difficult to replace actually. It just takes more time the FIRST time. Be sure to buy a good gasket before you start as its the best time to replace those.

Good luck.

The next time I replace one, I will be taking photos and attempting a "how to" for the forum.

 

Malibu Dave is spot on. The one glaring weakness is the door handles. I've replaced 2 front handles on my '94 buying new off the internet. Saved ~$100 by splicing existing wiring connectors instead of buying exact matches. You will get proficient at removing and replacing the door panel trim, and a little cursing helps, but otherwise not a big chore.

 

I am not sure that I understand where the door handles break? Is it the door handle itself or some of the mechanism in the door? Reason I am asking is that I have one that seems limp like OP indicated. It releases the door at the very top of its movement but has no resistance until like the last 1/4 inch or so of travel. Would be interested in learning where the likely problem is and have part available if needed before I take the door panel off.

 

It seems as though the post that adjust the r/r door was putting to much pressure on the handle itself, I adjusted that. Hope this helps !

 

Rob I added your pic into the body of your post.

For info, I have an identically broken handle in my desk drawer.

The joys of pot metal.

 

Is it possible to swap the handles from Right hand side to Left hand side? Then it should be possible to go again for some years.