1968 c10 door locks not working - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

flame_thrower · 01-07-2013, 08:21 PM

I cannot seem to get the door locks to work from the outside. I can get them to lock on the inside. Have taken off door panel, lubricated etc the inside but still not luck. Does anyone know if I need to replace the exterior door locks? Do I just need to purchase new door latches? If I buy new latches can I use the existing exterior door lock and handle?

geezer#99 · 01-07-2013, 08:31 PM

I had the same on my 67. I put new latches in. You'll get suggestions to lube them, adjust the striker, adjust the door and on and on but parts wear out. I bought mine from LMC for 100 bucks a pair.

**LockDoc** · 01-07-2013, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by flame_thrower

I cannot seem to get the door locks to work from the outside. I can get them to lock on the inside. Have taken off door panel, lubricated etc the inside but still not luck. Does anyone know if I need to replace the exterior door locks? Do I just need to purchase new door latches? If I buy new latches can I use the existing exterior door lock and handle?

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Exactly what do you mean when you say you can't get the door locks to work from the outside? Do you mean you can't get them to lock or unlock with the key? Will the keys turn in both directions when you put it in the lock cylinder and turn them. If the doors open and close OK and they will lock on the inside with the lock button then there is nothing wrong with the latch or locking mechanism.

LockDoc

PanelDeland · 01-07-2013, 10:06 PM

What LockDoc said.Plus to lock these trucks you must use the key in the lock to get it to lock from outside or it will not lock.See,a conveinience feature,You can't lock your keys in it.

Andy4639 · 01-07-2013, 11:25 PM

If you just replaced the seal are anything try the old shoulder in the door. While pushing in on door lock it. It works everytime.

**LockDoc** · 01-07-2013, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

If you just replaced the seal are anything try the old shoulder in the door. While pushing in on door lock it. It works everytime.

Thing is Andy, If that is the problem I don't think it would lock with the inside button either...

LockDoc

Andy4639 · 01-08-2013, 01:59 AM

Mine did until a few weeks ago. I took everything a part and adjusted on the doors for weeks and finally hit the sweet spot. Now they shut and lock with no problem.

Catch_22 · 05-31-2013, 11:08 AM

I hate to bring this thread back from the grave but I wanted to ask a question as I have a similar issue.

My passenger side door is like this, I can close and lock it from the inside, it latches fine with some pulling, but when I use the key to lock form the outside the key never clicks it fully into lock. I have pushed on the door etc but it never clicks fully and thus never locks.
The latch looks good and the striker looks good, do I just need to adjust the strike plate to line up better?

On a related note, my driver side door also will not lock but I think it has to do with the rusting out of the door frame that holds the door latch in place. 2 of the bolt holes have rusted out and its just hanging by one that will go any-day. The door closes and latches but its not lined up right. Is this something a body-shop can fix correctly or do I need to get another door?

Thanks.

01-07-2013, 08:21 PM	#1
flame_thrower Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: mustang, ok Posts: 9	1968 c10 door locks not working I cannot seem to get the door locks to work from the outside. I can get them to lock on the inside. Have taken off door panel, lubricated etc the inside but still not luck. Does anyone know if I need to replace the exterior door locks? Do I just need to purchase new door latches? If I buy new latches can I use the existing exterior door lock and handle?

01-07-2013, 08:31 PM	#2
geezer#99 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bowser Posts: 13,731	Re: 1968 c10 door locks not working I had the same on my 67. I put new latches in. You'll get suggestions to lube them, adjust the striker, adjust the door and on and on but parts wear out. I bought mine from LMC for 100 bucks a pair.

01-07-2013, 10:06 PM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: 1968 c10 door locks not working What LockDoc said.Plus to lock these trucks you must use the key in the lock to get it to lock from outside or it will not lock.See,a conveinience feature,You can't lock your keys in it. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

01-07-2013, 11:25 PM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: 1968 c10 door locks not working If you just replaced the seal are anything try the old shoulder in the door. While pushing in on door lock it. It works everytime. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-08-2013, 01:59 AM	#7
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: 1968 c10 door locks not working Mine did until a few weeks ago. I took everything a part and adjusted on the doors for weeks and finally hit the sweet spot. Now they shut and lock with no problem. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

05-31-2013, 11:08 AM	#8
Catch_22 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Nashville Posts: 79	Re: 1968 c10 door locks not working I hate to bring this thread back from the grave but I wanted to ask a question as I have a similar issue. My passenger side door is like this, I can close and lock it from the inside, it latches fine with some pulling, but when I use the key to lock form the outside the key never clicks it fully into lock. I have pushed on the door etc but it never clicks fully and thus never locks. The latch looks good and the striker looks good, do I just need to adjust the strike plate to line up better? On a related note, my driver side door also will not lock but I think it has to do with the rusting out of the door frame that holds the door latch in place. 2 of the bolt holes have rusted out and its just hanging by one that will go any-day. The door closes and latches but its not lined up right. Is this something a body-shop can fix correctly or do I need to get another door? Thanks. __________________ ______________ Murder Truck - 1967 Short/Stepside C10 5.7



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