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Door Locks/Catches

davecymru 17 Sep 2014, 8:08am
Ok... so with it nearing body-on time in my build and wanting to have opening door s this time around (ohh... posh) i've started looking at door catches and i thought it worth while starting a thread to see what options others have used or are considering.


ATM i have 2 main options in mind:

1) MGA Roadster Door Latch & Striker Kit Car Set


2) Landrover Defender rear door locks


any other options to consider? And no Paul, I'm not just going to seal them shut! :)
davecymru 17 Sep 2014, 12:25pm
ha, ha... pics added.
Marc F 17 Sep 2014, 12:34pm
Perfect timing, as I was pondering mine. What is wrong with going for the standard Spitfire type? I must admit I am not sure I want external door handles, but it may be an MOT thing. I favour opening from the inside only
Paul L 17 Sep 2014, 12:51pm
Dave - Oi cheeky, I would have preferred working doors. :icon_wink:

As it is, the external mini hinges and door latches I bought for my car have gone to 123mas123 for his Miglia build.



Marc F - When I checked the MOT rules you had to be able to open the door from the outside.

But there is no reason why you can't lean in to use an "indoor" latch on an open topped car. :cool:

Cheers, Paul. :)
1iTim 18 Sep 2014, 10:18am
Im considering the herald latches and catches from my donor. Not to open from external handles either. Any intrinsic probs with that?
Did mike have any options in mind?

Tim
Mike65 18 Sep 2014, 10:29pm
Hi Paul,

I am looking for those door latches. We can I buy these? Any idea?