Project Vitamin C-10

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by tiggamonsta

What about using a couple door actuators attached directly to each latch. You could hide a button or make it remote activated. Then there is no handle or rods to deal with.

Thanks Tigga, have you seen this done? Any pix? I'll give it some thought. Thanks for the idea.

Originally Posted by Captainfab

Alan

For a handle/latch on your tailgate, you could possibly use a universal paddle latch like is used on toolboxes and comercial vehicles. I've used them on custom toolboxes and such that I've fabricated. I usually buy that type of hardware from these guys
http://www.austinhardware.com/catego...%20&%20Catches

They have ones that actuate rods or cables. You might have to search a little bit to find the one you want. I believe they have a warehouse in GA also. Just an idea

Thanks Captain for the link. I'll look at it and see what I can come up with .

Originally Posted by kizer

Say its not so..... Ford parts in your Chevy.

Never mind I have ford parts in my Jeep so Who am I to talk. hahahaha

I posted this a while back when I found it, but here it is again. Just to give you more ideas to kick around.



Some info on this page
http://www.cj-8.com/forum/showthread...=18796&page=12

Latches seem to be from a mazda.
Paddle handle from a Jeep TJ. Says he went with a TJ since its metal opposed to a YJ that uses plastic. YJ are the square headlight model just in case you don't know the difference.

Of course I'd center it on the inside of the bed, but using a Jeep handle it would give you a more narrow throw unless of course its to long. I didn't measure it or put any research into it. Just another idea.

Thanks Kiser for another option. I'll keep it in mind and do some reading.