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krbarnes · 05-06-2021, 11:21 AM

The right-hand latch mechanism spring broke on my 36 Tudor. I'm pretty sure I have the "early 36" version, so I ordered a couple of replacement springs - YELLOW.
My question is how do you get these on? I think I have it oriented correctly. I looks like the "arm"needs to be rotated down, and the bend on the end makes contact with the latch to keep it pushed out.
I can't seem to be able to spin the spring around enough to get it in place. Is there some trick?
Help? Thanks!

PHATBOY · 08-20-2021, 12:55 PM

There is a youtube video of a guy installing a new spring.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A2_mTJdvUM

deuce lover · 08-20-2021, 01:20 PM

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I have used a small jaw vise grip along with a flat blade screwdriver to lift up the hooked end.

08-20-2021, 12:55 PM	#2
PHATBOY Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Posts: 12	Re: 36 Ford Sedan Door Latch Spring There is a youtube video of a guy installing a new spring. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A2_mTJdvUM

08-20-2021, 01:20 PM	#3
deuce lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern France Posts: 5,305	Re: 36 Ford Sedan Door Latch Spring Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I have used a small jaw vise grip along with a flat blade screwdriver to lift up the hooked end.