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Old 04-07-2012, 02:00 PM   #1
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71 C10 Bear Claw Latch Installed

I don't know if anyone is interested in doing this, however I have managed to fabricate and install the passenger side door claw latch. I used ideas off of an older truck member of which I can't recall at the moment, but here is what I did. Sorry for them being sideways.Enjoy!
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In the last picture you can see the automatic door lock I also installed with the latches. It will only work when the latch is closed or when the door is closed which is why I installed Dakota Digital's Magnum Shooters-
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If anyone is interested in seeing a video of how it shuts let me know and i'll post one.
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Old 04-08-2012, 11:13 PM   #2
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Re: 71 C10 Bear Claw Latch Installed

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Old 04-08-2012, 11:22 PM   #3
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Re: 71 C10 Bear Claw Latch Installed

what's the advantage of a bear claw latch over a factory latch
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Old 04-09-2012, 12:13 AM   #4
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Re: 71 C10 Bear Claw Latch Installed

Way superior.....here's mine....not decided on latch arm yet.....the bolt that is the big arm pivot.....did u drill and install that or was hole there??......jim
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Old 05-26-2012, 08:05 AM   #5
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Re: 71 C10 Bear Claw Latch Installed

Do you guys have pictures of the striker side?
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Old 05-26-2012, 10:59 AM   #6
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ok. how so?
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Old 05-26-2012, 02:35 PM   #7
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ok. how so?
Clamping force .....way less wear area than stock....super easy closing when adjusted properly......believe me ...I have closed a many of c10 doors and they work.....but in building mine it was worth the time and effort to upgrade...just a personal choice.......jim

Don't have pics just yet...working on this area right now.....lol
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