Power door locks on 65 c10
 

I have a 65 stepside that I'm restoring. I want to use power door locks but that doesn't seam to be to easy. Any ideas ??? Pictures???
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With the design of these handles/latches and lock mechanism, there really isn't a way to make power locks reliable. The key only locks the button on the outside handle, not actually locking the latch assembly. The inside lever will only lock the latch after the door is closed/latched.
We've been trying a couple different ideas here in our shop, using stock latches, handles, but yet to come up with anythng reliable. Also, if you were to lock the latch assy, and for some reason the battery went dead, you could not unlock the truck using a key, like a modern vehicle- that would not be good.

Re: Power door locks on 65 c10
 

There is a thread somewhere on this. Try a search. They did a write up on this in Custom Truck and I happen to have that issue.

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Which issue is it in? What month and year? I'd like to see that article.

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April 2001 Custom Classic Trucks. Oh look what I found.. I knew they were in my computer somewhere.

Re: Power door locks on 65 c10
 

That is very cool! Thanks for posting that!!! :ennyd:

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Now let us know how your install goes...

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BUT - what do you do if the remotes don't work? There is still no connection from the outside handle to the latch. Just like shaved handles- no battery- no entry, unless you have a mechanical failsafe.

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So has anyone else actually done what is in the article? Maybe some real pics?

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Very interesting article

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Pop the hood and get a jump or if the remote battery dies-a brick opens any window. :lol:

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EXACTLY! Now THAT"S keyless entry! LOL:lol: