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Old 02-14-2016, 11:38 PM   #4
Randy in ca
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Default Re: 1927 open car door latch

I've never done an actual interchange of the latches, but I'm pretty sure that the 1928 Model A latches will work on the 1926-27 doors. Definitely worth a try if you've run out of options. The only difference I can see is the shape of the handle - the Model T is flat whereas the Model A is round and is threaded for a screw on knob. When I was working on my "A" Roadster I noticed the similarity of the reproduction latches I had purchased and some "T" latches I had at the time. Attached are some pictures I took at the time. The beat-up Model A latch in pictures 3 & 4 is an original that's had the handle cut off. I've heard of some poor quality problems with the Model A reproduction latches, but I think it applies to the 1929 version which were different so as to incorporate an outside handle as well. The 1928 repro latches on my Model A have worked flawlessly for several years. If you decide to go this route and try the 1928 latches on your Model T let use know how it works out. Good Luck.
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