Replacement door latches

[mobileortho]

I really really like the Altman latches but didn't want to spend that much right now. I tried to order a stock replacement from Classic Parts but learned that they had stopped selling the 47-51 latch due to numerous problems they were having with it. (LMC has also discontinued this item as well) They said that only one company was manufacturing these and they won't carry it anymore unless they can find another viable source. I have been able to locate them on other sights but I'm leary. Does anyone know of another option (besides the bearclaw) that wont require much modification?

[del]

I didn't want to spend that much money on the altman latches, but it was worth it. All you need to do is a little cutting and it bolts right in. The only problem is you no longer can lock the doors from the inside.

[mobileortho]

Originally Posted by del

The only problem is you no longer can lock the doors from the inside.

How are you locking the drivers door?

[del]

You lock it from the outside with the key.

[BlueJeep]

Originally Posted by del

You lock it from the outside with the key.

Not on the drivers side you don't...unless you've done some extra cutting.
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[mobileortho]

Originally Posted by BlueJeep

Not on the drivers side you don't...unless you've done some extra cutting.
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So the kit has provisions for adding an outside lock for the driver side door?

[BlueJeep]

Originally Posted by mobileortho1

So the kit has provisions for adding an outside lock for the driver side door?

I'm not sure I'd call it provisions...other than to say that if you cut a lock into the driver's door you would be able to hook it up like the passenger side is. I think I'm going the power lock route with mine, for keyless entry.

[mobileortho]

So you're saying that if you cut a hole in the door, the drivers latch can accept the lock just like the passenger side, right?

[del]

Take a look at the triquemfg website. That's where I got mine. Use your existing interior and exterior handles.

[mknittle]

Do they work with the 47-51 door handles?

[BlueJeep]

Originally Posted by mobileortho1

So you're saying that if you cut a hole in the door, the drivers latch can accept the lock just like the passenger side, right?

Yes

Originally Posted by del

Take a look at the triquemfg website. That's where I got mine. Use your existing interior and exterior handles.

I got mine direct from them too.

Originally Posted by mknittle

Do they work with the 47-51 door handles?

Yes, I have the turn down handles on my 49. That's the primary reason I went with these, as I didn't want to switch to the pushbutton style and they had it figured out.