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sixty-3 · 01-08-2016, 07:31 PM

I have a question regarding the door locks on my 1970 C-10, can the doors be locked by pushing down the lock button inside then holding the door handle button in on the outside while you close the door? My doors will not lock as I described and I wonder if that is normal or is there something wrong with my doors. Thanks for listening.

Andy4639 · 01-08-2016, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by sixty-3

I have a question regarding the door locks on my 1970 C-10, can the doors be locked by pushing down the lock button inside then holding the door handle button in on the outside while you close the door? My doors will not lock as I described and I wonder if that is normal or is there something wrong with my doors. Thanks for listening.

Nope that is how they where designed not to be able to lock your keys in the truck. You have to use a key to lock them if open. That's back when you had a door key and a separate ignition key!

sixty-3 · 01-08-2016, 08:26 PM

Thanks. My 63 Nova can only be locked with the key also but it has no lock knob on the door ledge. It won't take me long to get used to this. Glad to know there is nothing wrong.

Andy4639 · 01-08-2016, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sixty-3

Thanks. My 63 Nova can only be locked with the key also but it has no lock knob on the door ledge. It won't take me long to get used to this. Glad to know there is nothing wrong.

I guess the only reason for the knob was to open it with out getting out and walking around are grabbing the door handle itself. I don't really know though.

'68 Newtricks · 01-08-2016, 09:05 PM

Is there any known modification that would allow us to simply close the door like regular?

'68 Newtricks · 01-13-2016, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by '68 Newtricks

Is there any known modification that would allow us to simply close the door like regular?

Anyone?

Is everyone really locking the door with the key? Ugg that sounds like a PITA for a daily driver.

XwalkerX · 01-13-2016, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by '68 Newtricks

Anyone?

Is everyone really locking the door with the key? Ugg that sounds like a PITA for a daily driver.

while i agree with you that its a PITA since I daily drive my truck too, I just don't think I could get down with something like this...maybe you can?

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**Grumpy old man** · 01-13-2016, 11:34 AM

Buy an aftermarket door lock key fob controlled .

michael bustamante · 01-13-2016, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

I guess the only reason for the knob was to open it with out getting out and walking around are grabbing the door handle itself. I don't really know though.

the reason for the door lock knobs was so your hunny could reach over and unlock your door after you let her in.

Andy4639 · 01-13-2016, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by '68 Newtricks

Is there any known modification that would allow us to simply close the door like regular?

I don't know for sure but the only time it would work I would think is when both doors are shut. That may are may not be a problem with it.

'68 Newtricks · 01-13-2016, 02:42 PM

Just seems like there would be a small tab, cam, or linkage as part of the lock mechanism that could be modified or cut off completely. Someone has tried this, even if they failed I wish I could see their train of thought. I've got a few extra doors, guess I'll have to try. I don't really want a key fob and extra wires, I think.

My truck will be a DD 100%. Trying to get it more like my s10 DD.

davepl · 01-13-2016, 03:44 PM

Does anyone know WHY the trucks don't allow this?

I always kind of assumed it was because trucks were commercial so it prevented one guy from locking the keys in the truck on the jobsite. But that's kind of weak.

Certainly cars from the same years featured the "hold in the button to lock it" mechanism, so why not trucks?

Andy4639 · 01-13-2016, 03:48 PM

I drive mine all the time and it's not a problem other than if some one is riding with you. I keep my passenger side door locked at all times any way so I only have to worry with the drivers side.

As far as the door itself goes it may be a simple fix, I personally have never look into it though.
The whole key deal was to keep people from locking them in the truck no matter what the use was.

kehstr · 01-14-2016, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

Nope that is how they where designed not to be able to lock your keys in the truck. You have to use a key to lock them if open. That's back when you had a door key and a separate ignition key!

Wish they did this on a newer car

**70STOVEBOLT** · 01-16-2016, 12:46 PM

Power lock mod. Simple solution. Yeah it's some work to install, but it's worth it in my opinion.

01-08-2016, 07:31 PM	#1
sixty-3 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Erie Posts: 2	New to the forum, door lock question! I have a question regarding the door locks on my 1970 C-10, can the doors be locked by pushing down the lock button inside then holding the door handle button in on the outside while you close the door? My doors will not lock as I described and I wonder if that is normal or is there something wrong with my doors. Thanks for listening.

01-08-2016, 08:26 PM	#3
sixty-3 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Erie Posts: 2	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! Thanks. My 63 Nova can only be locked with the key also but it has no lock knob on the door ledge. It won't take me long to get used to this. Glad to know there is nothing wrong.

01-08-2016, 09:05 PM	#5
'68 Newtricks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Los Angeles area :( Posts: 499	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! Is there any known modification that would allow us to simply close the door like regular? __________________ '68 C10 SWB '85 K30 Blazer

01-13-2016, 11:34 AM	#8
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! Buy an aftermarket door lock key fob controlled .

01-13-2016, 02:42 PM	#11
'68 Newtricks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Los Angeles area :( Posts: 499	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! Just seems like there would be a small tab, cam, or linkage as part of the lock mechanism that could be modified or cut off completely. Someone has tried this, even if they failed I wish I could see their train of thought. I've got a few extra doors, guess I'll have to try. I don't really want a key fob and extra wires, I think. My truck will be a DD 100%. Trying to get it more like my s10 DD. __________________ '68 C10 SWB '85 K30 Blazer

01-13-2016, 03:44 PM	#12
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! Does anyone know WHY the trucks don't allow this? I always kind of assumed it was because trucks were commercial so it prevented one guy from locking the keys in the truck on the jobsite. But that's kind of weak. Certainly cars from the same years featured the "hold in the button to lock it" mechanism, so why not trucks? __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

01-13-2016, 03:48 PM	#13
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! I drive mine all the time and it's not a problem other than if some one is riding with you. I keep my passenger side door locked at all times any way so I only have to worry with the drivers side. As far as the door itself goes it may be a simple fix, I personally have never look into it though. The whole key deal was to keep people from locking them in the truck no matter what the use was. __________________ 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.

01-16-2016, 12:46 PM	#15
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,254	Re: New to the forum, door lock question! Power lock mod. Simple solution. Yeah it's some work to install, but it's worth it in my opinion. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Power windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear



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