Finding replacement door handle for 2000 Journey 34D?

K5EAG

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The door handle on my 2000 Journey 34D is in need of replacement. Have looked at several sites and cannot find one that fits the door.
Any suggestions?
 
It is most likely a Trimark. This is an ongoing problem for older units. You may find you can fix the one you have, they are annoying to get apart, but usually they just need tweaking.
 
Did you try Amazon?

Is it has the same as the one found on Amazon? Then if so and the handle just flops without engaging the Lever, it can be fixed by wrapping a length of stainless steel wire around a worn out boss on the inside.
 

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I had problems with my TriMark handle and was able to get great help from TriMark customer service. Might be worth a try.

Tami White
Customer Service
TriMark Service & Replacement
800-431-8616
 
Our '03 Journey had that problem.
After climbing in the driver's window it was easy to open from the inside.
I spent the day taking it apart and testing it to see what the heck was wrong.
The outside handle has a rod that runs along the lower portion of the lock from right to left to engage the same opening lever the inside handle uses.
The pivot point was worn so badly it wasn't fully actuating the release.
I built up the pivot point and it's been no problem since.
 
I replaced mine last year, 2002 Journey. Same issue, I was able to replace just the Exterior Paddle, the part is included. Trimark wanted over $400 for a new lock. I got it from Pacific RV Mirrors for $110. Pretty easy to replace, and the new paddle on the outside looks great! Jack with Pacific RV Mirrors was very helpful. Pacific RV Mirrors, [email protected]

Part number for me - 17220-07 Trimark RV Entrance Door Exterior Paddle ONLY with Deadbolt, 36283-01
 
The door handle on my 2000 Journey 34D is in need of replacement. Have looked at several sites and cannot find one that fits the door.
Any suggestions?
I just installed an RV Lock Atlas keypad/wireless handle on my 2007 Journey. It works great, I did have to do some grinding of metal on the plate it mounts to on the door to clear the ribbon cable of the RV Lock handle. When you lock the door it locks both the deadbolt and handle. Locking/unlocking can be done with a key, the touchpad, or a wireless remote. If you currently have a wireless remote from Winnebago you will have to disconnect the solenoid in the door from that system as it only locked the handle not the deadbolt and you won’t be able to remove the old handle with it still attached.
 
The door handle on my 2000 Journey 34D is in need of replacement. Have looked at several sites and cannot find one that fits the door.
Any suggestions?
My lock was fine but I replaced it with the RV lock Atlas on my 2004 Journey. I wanted an electronic lock so I wouldn’t need to worry about keys. We have loved it. Minor grinding or filing to get it to fit in right, but overall a great lock. We have remotes, but usually just use the keypad so I don’t need to carry anything when I go out for a walk.
 

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