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10-29-2016, 09:43 PM | #1 |
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Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
I am looking for instructions or a build of install bear claw latches in door, strike in cab 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959). In addition to build, does anyone have suggestions?
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10-30-2016, 11:19 AM | #2 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
Really, this is all u got?
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10-30-2016, 11:48 AM | #3 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
tf trucks actually have decent door latches if they're not totally wore out
i run oem replacement latches on truk, have not had an accidental unlatch in 30,000 miles replacement latches bolt right in, no instructions required disadvantages of bear claw is how to connect the door regulators and how to lock them
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10-30-2016, 12:03 PM | #4 | |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
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10-30-2016, 12:07 PM | #5 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
Spend the money and get the Trique set up for tri-5's. bolt it in and call it a day. Be aware it's really difficult to put inside door locks on this set up but it does fit and work well. Not a great picture but it does show how well the kit works without ANY modifications.
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10-31-2016, 12:01 PM | #6 | |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
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Can you post a picture of the cab striker plate area. I an curious how that looks. Thanks |
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10-31-2016, 02:39 PM | #7 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
i bought my door latches from brothers 55-59-DOOR-LATCH $35 each
and strikes 55-63-DOOR-STRIKER-SET $27 for both sides $97 plus shipping and everything bolts on
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10-31-2016, 03:21 PM | #8 | |
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11-01-2016, 01:29 PM | #9 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
Curious too.
Seems like everyone is recommending the altmans by TRIQUE ...... but damn ..... $350 and then I still need something for the rear panel. $500 in latches seems crazy. On the flip side - if it makes everything safe and work well........ then ..... Id like to replace the OEM kit that ogre posted above ....... just dont feel confident they are going to last long ........ |
11-01-2016, 02:30 PM | #10 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
Well, looked to alter a set of bear claw latches so that they would function with the door handles (inside and outside). It's just too much work. Bought a set of Altman from Summit Racing.
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11-01-2016, 06:37 PM | #11 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
After your wallet heals up, you'll be happy you did.
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11-02-2016, 12:24 PM | #12 | |
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back in the 70s to early 90s before repops were made junkyard parts were the only option i had many a door pop open back then, finally put a deadbolt on my 59 panel pass door as for slamming? no. they both require a firm close the design of the door and door rubber means an old vehicle will never operate like a new car no matter which latch you use
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11-02-2016, 12:30 PM | #13 |
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Re: Bear Claw Install 1955(2), 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
I'm a big fan of the Altman latches if you want to retain the stock outside and inside handle. They are expensive but like speedbumpauto said your wallet will heal. I have 4 on Big Bertha and could not be happier with them. I also have all my other 55-59 trucks still have original latches.
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