Interior parts replacement - window switch bezel

[tRidiot]

So the portion of my driver's and passenger door panels that hold the window switch have broken clips inside, I need to replace them.

Here is the part I am talking about, in the center of this picture, with the switches inside it. Not the switch mechanism, but the overlying tan trim panel or bezel or whatever you want to call it.

So I'm looking for 2 replacements, one for each side. Here is a place I found some, was wondering if anyone has used these particular ones and if they are worth a damn? I mean, do they look like they don't even vaguely match the color and texture of factory? I'm looking at the "Brock" ones that are like $23 each, but the DIY Solutions ones for $65 each are a possibility as well.

I know I will get a ton of people telling me to look at a salvage yard. I know. But if it saves me the time and effort of driving there, looking myself and finding the right ones and if I can get a pair for under $50, that's worth it to me - again, IF they look decent. I'm just wondering if anyone has used either of these two options, or if there is another place out there to find them decently?

The color of mine is the neutral or tan color.

<edit> I just found the OE version on GMpartsdirect.com part #89045127 for $34, or same one on Ebay for $42 and $3 shipping. So those are probably both better options - new OEM, rather than aftermarket - unless someone can vouch for the cheaper ones being good quality. Looking for the opposite side part number now...

 

[tRidiot]

So this Ebay auction sure looks like the right parts, but the numbers say they don't fit my vehicle.

Trying to figure out the differences and which part number I need is tough.


<edit> In some auctions that part number looks like it fits, in others it doesn't. I think the 'compatibility' list is provided by the seller and sometimes they don't add ALL the vehicles it may fit... same with the passenger side one, they both show up in some auctions as fitting, and in some as not fitting.

Driver's - 89045127
Pass - 89045119

 

[Fless]

2004, right? One screw and one spring clip?

What's broken on yours, the clip support or the retaining screw towers?

 

[tRidiot]

The clip support, they are attached at the front, but they keep working their way out sideways from the rear.



<edit> So I am assuming... my door panels have been taken apart more than a Lego set in a daycare. It is currently 45 minutes away getting a new motor installed, but based on the behavior of these 2 trim panels over the last couple of years, I am sure is the rear clip that is broken - they have been 'drifting' sideways every day or two for a couple of years, but they are still attached in the front.

 

[Fless]

So this Ebay auction sure looks like the right parts, but the numbers say they don't fit my vehicle.

Trying to figure out the differences and which part number I need is tough.


<edit> In some auctions that part number looks like it fits, in others it doesn't. I think the 'compatibility' list is provided by the seller and sometimes they don't add ALL the vehicles it may fit... same with the passenger side one, they both show up in some auctions as fitting, and in some as not fitting.

Driver's - 89045127
Pass - 89045119

Don't these Ebay Auction Mfr. and Interchange numbers match what you found for part numbers at GMpartsDirect?

Sounds like your clips are slipping off of the supports; could they be tightened by bending a little?

 

[tRidiot]

Yes, but GMPartsDirect says it does NOT fit my Tahoe. I cannot find on there what they say DOES fit.

 

[Fless]

Yes, but GMPartsDirect says it does NOT fit my Tahoe. I cannot find on there what they say DOES fit.

Oh. Are you using your VIN to search there?

 

[tRidiot]

Ok, I am still learning how that site works.... this is what it tells me works for my vehicle, I think.

Right/pass - 89045140
Left/driver - 89045137

And no, I haven't been using my VIN. Maybe that would be better.


<edit> Those show discontinued - and the numbers bring up no results on Ebay, while the others bring up a million.

 

[Fless]

Those are what I see for a 2004 (mine) in Neutral.

 

[tRidiot]

Thanks for the confirmation.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Are you sure it's the bezels that are broken? Those bezels are held in place by a slot that's molded into the door armrest.

 

[Fless]

Are you sure it's the bezels that are broken? Those bezels are held in place by a slot that's molded into the door armrest.

So you think the rectangular hole for the spring clip is broken? Or something else?

 

[tRidiot]

So you think the rectangular hole for the spring clip is broken? Or something else?

I don't know for SURE until I get the truck back in a couple of days. I was just doing some research to see if I could line things up.

 

[Tonyrodz]

So you think the rectangular hole for the spring clip is broken? Or something else?

Happened to mine--replaced the armrest, and now the new one is cracked. If it breaks again I'll just silicone it down. I've seen guys actually put screws through the bezels to hold them down! Looks terrible.

 

[Fless]

The screw tower in my bezel was broken off but I fixed it with Q-Bond. Amazing stuff for plastic repair.

 

[Tonyrodz]

The screw tower in my bezel was broken off but I fixed it with Q-Bond. Amazing stuff for plastic repair.

I mean guys would put a screw through the TOP of the bezel! So you'd see the screw head.

 

[ks03]

I don't know for SURE until I get the truck back in a couple of days. I was just doing some research to see if I could line things up.

Mine is broken on the armrest side also, bezel is fine
Mine looks normal... but there’s like 4 zip ties in combination you’ll find if you took my door panel off... an extra hole in the bezel... one runs down to one of he top holes for the speaker grille, that if you know where to look with a flashlight you could see a bit of...but like I say it looks normal, from the outside, and everything is secure

 

[tRidiot]

I guess it's kind of a weak spot, I know it take some force when I slam the door, and that's when the back usually pops out. I hope it's not broken on the panel side, I've never taken it apart yet to look.

I'll have it back in a couple of days anyway, it sounds like.

 

[tRidiot]

Are you sure it's the bezels that are broken? Those bezels are held in place by a slot that's molded into the door armrest.

So you think the rectangular hole for the spring clip is broken? Or something else?

You guys are right... I got my Tahoe back this weekend and took a look, it is not the mounting clip on the bezel that is broken - it is the plastic piece the clip fits INTO - this is part of the door panel. I'm not sure what I can do to fix this. I'm gonna have to do some looking. I don't want to buy new door panels, and anyways, they'll be just as old and brittle, even if they're "new old stock" or in better shape than the ones I already have.

 

[Fless]

If it's not too far gone you might look into using some QBond on it. You can use that to repair and build up the plastic, and you can file it, etc.

While the QBond is somewhat pricey it's worked great for some repairs I've made. It's super glue and some kind of powder, one for metal and one for plastic. Super glue alone usually won't hold on the plastic repair but the powder that the QBond includes works instantly and is strong. I have also heard that super glue and baking soda work the same, so possibly a cheaper alternative, although I haven't tried that. Yet.

 

[Tonyrodz]

You guys are right... I got my Tahoe back this weekend and took a look, it is not the mounting clip on the bezel that is broken - it is the plastic piece the clip fits INTO - this is part of the door panel. I'm not sure what I can do to fix this. I'm gonna have to do some looking. I don't want to buy new door panels, and anyways, they'll be just as old and brittle, even if they're "new old stock" or in better shape than the ones I already have.

It's the door handle--which is replaceable--you don't need to replace the complete door panel.

If it's not too far gone you might look into using some QBond on it. You can use that to repair and build up the plastic, and you can file it, etc.

While the QBond is somewhat pricey it's worked great for some repairs I've made. It's super glue and some kind of powder, one for metal and one for plastic. Super glue alone usually won't hold on the plastic repair but the powder that the QBond includes works instantly and is strong. I have also heard that super glue and baking soda work the same, so possibly a cheaper alternative, although I haven't tried that. Yet.

Baking soda and super glue! I gotta try that myself. I've seen the videos and it seems to work great. My replacement is starting to crack too.