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gabe2000 · 02-12-2011, 03:35 PM

any ideas tailgate latches? perfer inside the tailgate.

**Clyde65** · 02-12-2011, 04:05 PM

I used the old slide type latches.
kinda like this
http://hardware.hardwarestore.com/73...lt-640074.aspx

drilled a hole in the stake pocket at the rear of the bed and put a rubber grommet in it for protection. I also chromed it. It isnt the prettiest but it works well.

biasracing · 02-12-2011, 04:36 PM

G string.."heavy duty" lol !

Vernski · 02-12-2011, 04:45 PM

Hi Gabe try this web site http://www.mar-k.com/
Vernski

**jocko** · 02-12-2011, 04:46 PM

mar-k makes some, they also make scissors supports vice chains.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438980

http://www.mar-k.com/

OOPS, sorry Vernski, you beat me to the click.

gabe2000 · 02-12-2011, 06:28 PM

thanks for all the suggestion but what i understand about the hidden latches that they're for step side beds. Mine is fleet bed.

gabe2000 · 02-12-2011, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde65

I used the old slide type latches.
kinda like this
http://hardware.hardwarestore.com/73...lt-640074.aspx

drilled a hole in the stake pocket at the rear of the bed and put a rubber grommet in it for protection. I also chromed it. It isnt the prettiest but it works well.

thanks, I think I can buy at homedepot. it works.

Rogue · 02-12-2011, 08:05 PM

My brother just finished a conversion of a 66 shortwide with a 78 Elco latch system.
Nothing but a handle on the inside to see.

creep · 02-12-2011, 08:46 PM

I've seen a few trucks with seat belt latches holding the tailgate up.

65Gregg · 02-12-2011, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogue

My brother just finished a conversion of a 66 shortwide with a 78 Elco latch system.
Nothing but a handle on the inside to see.

Have you got any pictures etc?

MAR-Ktech · 02-12-2011, 10:54 PM

The Mar-K hidden latch works with the fleetside gate. http://www.mar-k.com/58-66_GM_Fleet_TG_hidden_latch.pdf for a copy of the installation instructions.

Mar-Ktech

Rogue · 02-13-2011, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 65Gregg

Have you got any pictures etc?

No, just the Elco handle recessed on the inside.
Used that, and parts from a 72 tailgate.
It works awesome, and nothing sticking up like other alternatives.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 02-14-2011, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MAR-Ktech

The Mar-K hidden latch works with the fleetside gate. http://www.mar-k.com/58-66_GM_Fleet_TG_hidden_latch.pdf for a copy of the installation instructions.

Mar-Ktech

Why can't we use the inside single latch kit on something other then a Mar-K tailgate. Personally I don't have over $600 to drop on a tailgate.

61_FL_Apache · 02-14-2011, 12:26 PM

Im using the HD special bolt latch for mine. Kinda hokie, but it works for now.

02-12-2011, 03:35 PM	#1
gabe2000 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: austin,tx Posts: 165	any ideas tailgate latches? any ideas tailgate latches? perfer inside the tailgate.

02-12-2011, 04:05 PM	#2
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? I used the old slide type latches. kinda like this http://hardware.hardwarestore.com/73...lt-640074.aspx drilled a hole in the stake pocket at the rear of the bed and put a rubber grommet in it for protection. I also chromed it. It isnt the prettiest but it works well. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

02-12-2011, 04:36 PM	#3
biasracing Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: fort worth Posts: 59	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? G string.."heavy duty" lol ! __________________ B.I.A.S Racing 7208 Bloxom Park rd BMR2 BLG 3 Kennedale,tx 76060 800-979-0263 shop 866-936-1242 fax info@biasracing.com Website facebook twitter "follow me" Authorized Dealer:AUDIO Ascendant Audio Alpine DB Drive Audio Control Macintosh and anything else in between. RIMS: Check out Pros Designs TNT MHT Godspeed Atlanta Direct and more !

02-12-2011, 04:45 PM	#4
Vernski Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rathdrum, Idaho Posts: 1,135	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? Hi Gabe try this web site http://www.mar-k.com/ Vernski

02-12-2011, 04:46 PM	#5
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? mar-k makes some, they also make scissors supports vice chains. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438980 http://www.mar-k.com/ OOPS, sorry Vernski, you beat me to the click. Last edited by jocko; 02-12-2011 at 04:47 PM.

02-12-2011, 06:28 PM	#6
gabe2000 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: austin,tx Posts: 165	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? thanks for all the suggestion but what i understand about the hidden latches that they're for step side beds. Mine is fleet bed.

02-12-2011, 08:05 PM	#8
Rogue Airport Bum Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Propwash (16Xray) D/FW, Texas Posts: 320	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? My brother just finished a conversion of a 66 shortwide with a 78 Elco latch system. Nothing but a handle on the inside to see. __________________ 1964 Chevrolet C-10 1941 Chevrolet coupe 1962 Thunderbird 1959 Edsel Villager 1963 Skylark

02-12-2011, 08:46 PM	#9
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? I've seen a few trucks with seat belt latches holding the tailgate up. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

02-12-2011, 10:54 PM	#11
MAR-Ktech Truck Parts Mfg. Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 697	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? The Mar-K hidden latch works with the fleetside gate. http://www.mar-k.com/58-66_GM_Fleet_TG_hidden_latch.pdf for a copy of the installation instructions. Mar-Ktech __________________ GET MAR-K Quality! Restoration and Custom Pickup Parts for Chevy, GMC, Ford, Dodge and Custom Trucks

02-14-2011, 12:26 PM	#14
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: any ideas tailgate latches? Im using the HD special bolt latch for mine. Kinda hokie, but it works for now. __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)



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