Altman Easy Latch Kit

[andsonsvd]

Hey Everyone,

Has anyone used the Altman Easy Latch Kit?

Im interested but im trying to find out how hard they are to install.

Thanks Shane

[Rude Dude]

Here is a link on install: http://webrodder.com/article.php?AID=539&SID=60

Originally Posted by andsonsvd

Hey Everyone,

Has anyone used the Altman Easy Latch Kit?

Im interested but im trying to find out how hard they are to install.

Thanks Shane

[andsonsvd]

Thanks Rude Dude, Seems ok.

Thanks Shane

[Speedbumpauto]

I used them on my 55 2nd series. Work and fit really well, but be advised, you loose all the interior locking features of the old style handle latches if that matters to you. It's been discussed extensively. Try the search function.

[lowdownstar]

I just installed them and if i can do it anyone can! they were not that hard just take your time and read the instuctions.


Ray

[UK 51]

just done this myself, very easy to fit and with excellent results , if you have any questions feel free to message me

[1 bootlegger]

I have the Altman Easy Latch kit installed in my 48 works great. I travel a bit with my vehicles so I also got Altman Easy Latch Lock Actuator Kit. If you lock the passenger door with the key the drivers door locks automatically. They come with remotes that work slick. It only works with the Altman Latch kit.

[BigJock]

Originally Posted by UK 51

just done this myself, very easy to fit and with excellent results , if you have any questions feel free to message me

Did you get the kit here in Blighty,if so who from?

Also for the rest of the gang here's a link to a thread on the HAMB re: Altman latches.


http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=518506

[waybad]

skip99
I'm dense as a meteor rock,, but I don't see how it works, (locks)

Tinker

[UK 51]

1. swap handle mech from passenger to driver , this allows the stock handle to go the right way to push/pull the Altman lock

2. you need to trim the operating arm and open the hole up
3.makke something like this ( measurements are a guide as im sure all trucks will differ ,
4. fit to the ALTMAN lock as shown , you will need a longer bolt/screw , dont over tighten and make sure this does not foul the window track at all !

hope this is useful , i have only done on the drivers door so i dont know if it would work if in conjunction with a lock/key too

[skip99]

Originally Posted by waybad

skip99
I'm dense as a meteor rock,, but I don't see how it works, (locks)

Tinker

Pretty much a leverage thing,,,,slotting the hole, lets the handle move to lock position. and you cant push the button, not really a separate lock...but it works, with less moving parts.

[Speedbumpauto]

Very slick idea! Good thinking.

[Dan in Pasadena]

Very ingenious UK51!

If its this relatively easy, I'm surprised Altman doesn't offer it as an option. Maybe you should email them with your idea and see what kind of response you get? Couldn't hurt!

[UK 51]

just emailed them, thanks for the positive response

[tmoble]

UK51, a hero! So, does thinking outside the box come easy for you? That deal is brilliant.

[tmoble]

Does the longer bolt need to tack welded to the arm? It can't be tightened up tight without seizing up the whole mechanism, right? So it can rock back and forth?

Since that bolt can't be tightened up what's to keep the newly fabbed rod from rotating down?

could the blunt end of the piece of flat stock be extended a little, far enough to get another bolt in it?

[CTurner1978]

UK51:

I have sent you an email concerning your lock idea. Your idea is impressive and we always love to hear from customers that have ideas for new products or how to improve existing products.

Thank you,
Chris

[UK 51]

thanks for the feedback chris !
tmoble - no welding required , i just used a longer bolt so the lock nut would work ,

i still used the lock on the passenger side and made this so i would be able to lock/secure the drivers door , thanks again hope this is useful ,
fil