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02-05-2011, 08:08 PM | #1 |
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Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
I recently became the owner of my Dad's 30-31 Cabriolet. He bought it in '35, my brother has had it since the late 80's and I got hold of it several months ago and am beginning a restoration. I have most all the parts for it but am missing the driver's side door latch. These are real hard to find. Does anyone have any insight as to where I might be able to dig one up?
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02-05-2011, 08:21 PM | #2 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Try Bert's in Denver, CO.
Where ru in ATL?
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02-05-2011, 08:27 PM | #3 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Will do, thx. Am near Chastain Park. You?
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02-05-2011, 08:32 PM | #4 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Wouldn't a latch off a Briggs bodied Fordor work?
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02-05-2011, 08:40 PM | #5 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Am told that the latch was specific for this model, but none were ever reproduced. I may need to convert one from a Fordor, but sure would be great if I could find one that is supposed to fit.
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02-05-2011, 08:42 PM | #6 |
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02-05-2011, 08:59 PM | #7 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Inside door handle lifts, but not sure a picture would help as all the door parts (window mechanics, door panel, etc) are not in place. would a pic of the passenger door help?
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02-06-2011, 05:04 AM | #8 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
When asking the parts counter guy, just remember to quote your car as a 68B rather than a 63B. Have you joined the Cabriolet club in Texas? You could post an ad through their newsletter.
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02-06-2011, 09:02 AM | #9 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
if your lifts it is the same as a Briggs four door, but if you are going for show you will need to have the hatch chrome plated. Stinch is right on the 68B
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02-06-2011, 09:12 AM | #10 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Savannah. Grew between Sandy Springs and Chastain.
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02-06-2011, 11:05 PM | #11 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Thanks Stinch, yes, mistakenly did post 63B, not 68B. Will be more careful. And..if Texas group is strong will also post on their newsletter. Many thanks!
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02-06-2011, 11:07 PM | #12 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Roccass, living in your neck of the woods. just a hundred yards inside the city of ATL border. Have found my pro UGA ways softened a bit since claiming this "ramblin' wreck" as my own.
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02-06-2011, 11:18 PM | #13 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Thanks Stinch. Really enjoyed your website!
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02-06-2011, 11:21 PM | #14 |
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Re: Door Latch for 63-B Cabriolet
Great to read this jw hash. Mike's Affordable Model A thought that another could not be substituted for this. Will attempt to use the fordoor if no 68B opportunities come available.
Many thanks!
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