I kept thinking "just do it two-handed Lucky, you can let go of that latch now".... and after he finally gets the cap on the pen, he immediately lets go of the latch. :-)
I believe these latches have two steps versus one (as in the stock) so it’s as much for safety as it is for a replacement. Sometimes these old trucks go over a bump or around a corner and the door swings open unexpectedly. That won’t happen with the bear claw design.
excellent work with the sharpie, only a trained professional can put the cap back on with one hand. I've tried and my fingers got all messy. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
So at 16 I worked at Lancaster Body and Frame.. I quickly became the "door guy" the owner didn't want to charge to adjust a door and body men were paid on commission so they didn't want to do it... it was 1981, Cadillac and GM cars had huge doors. Years later I worked for AAA towing, and was the "T-6a" King (keys locked in cars) because I knew doors so well.. I got Hella tips from happy mom's who locked their babies in the car at the mall... great memories... later I was recruited by a repo guy in the bay area because of my reputation of not taking longer than 10 seconds - I literally had them count to 10, and usually throwing them the keys.. but it was the magical 80's
Lucky's Garage Show I realized know why you said Thanks i didn't mean anything bad to ypu what I should of said with out ypu I wouldn't of know anything about this topic iam very grateful to you sorry for my Dumbass comment
I have a 68 c10 and was always frustrated with door latch operation. The reason is I also have an original unrestored 1948 ford F1 with refrigerator doors that close like butter. Crusty rusty old 48 shuts with ease while my 68 shuts like a Honda that's been T boned.
Lucky, my dude you knocked the spring clip off the window crank in a hurry with that putty knife, but have you ever tried the shop rag trick? An old head made a believer out of me when he whipped those clips in less than 5 seconds without looking. Too cool what the old guys know...
Good video and reminder. I’ve heard good things about these Altman latches before and your install confirmed it and reminded me to order my own. Stopped the video and ordered from Triquemfg a set of the universal latches to try on my ‘29 Roadster door. Thanks for showing this.
Sweet ! Sooner or later I have to take the panels off my C5 doors , it's usually just a matter of tightening things up when the doors & windows get sloppy & rattly , don't know why I'd rather be hit with a 2x4 than take doors apart !
Thanks for the Video.....That was a great find, and a pretty easy install. I think it turned out great. To bad they (Altman) don't make a Striker Upgrade for the Square Bodies.... Mine can't be the only one that has cracks. Stay Healthy And Safe My Friend...Regards....
Hey lucky just an FYI Doorman products makes a nifty tool to pop off those pesky horseshoe spring clips on the back off the window and door handles they work great 2 second job!
Thanks for the video! I installed the same kit in my 71 but mine doesn’t lock at all. With the push rod or the key. Just wondering if you have run into the same issue. Thank you
Drain holes in the floor .. Help with Air-tight pushback. Run rubber grommets like you're drilling a hole to run wire through on the firewall. (drill out grommets if needed to insure airflow) The tube of the grommet will make splash up into your footwell nearly impossible. Drain holes there if you wash the floor or spill a 64oz drink... Double duty... Air and drainage.
Thanks I stored this product in my brain! Did you figure out the 3 holes at the top verus 1 hole you had in the diagram? BTW my son in law still wears your t shirt I got him.
Lot of work imo for doors that line up and close already with just a little more force but that's just me. Still have all the love and respect in the world from me Lucky and enjoy your work
Hey lucky how long did it take you to do those? You figured they would give you some rivets to do that to make clearance when you shut the door but that was perfect keep up the great videos brother keep rocking
I spent the weekend watching all of the Hot Rod Garage episodes. In fact I was talking to a few of the guys at work this morning about the show. We all want to know what is your go too sawzall blade?
Not being a critic but a air body saw would have made this easier I think as long as you use the right tooth count blade. I love my 3" cut off wheels but a body saw has so much more control. Anyways i dig the latch set up I had no idea someone made a pre fab kit.
Lucky and everyone share a cool trick to remove window crank and door handle clips with out scratches and arguing with the clip. Use a shop rag. Run the edge of rag behind handle and rag will grab the pull the clip off
"Don't slam my door!"
Only car people understand. 😁
Anyone else cheer Lucky on when he was one-handing the Sharpie cap? :D
I kept thinking "just do it two-handed Lucky, you can let go of that latch now"....
and after he finally gets the cap on the pen, he immediately lets go of the latch. :-)
Do What you want, it is after all YOUR truck...
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LOL. You must be new to the internet! :P
Thank you for allowing Lucky do what he wants with his truck, Tom!
@@tonny.c 😂
Always good to hear from Mr Obvious now and again
I’ve been thinking about buying those latches everyday for like the last 2-3 weeks lol. I’m sold
Get some video up of it !
Thank you for this video. You have made me spend more money and hopefully put the fire back in my sails of my truck.
I love the C10 mods. It doesn't sound like a 67-72 door closing anymore. But it's cool to see the modern latch.
It's nice how you started on the passenger side so if you screw it up you still drive your truck
Awesome that it was full job at normal speed.great to watch a master tech at work.
I believe these latches have two steps versus one (as in the stock) so it’s as much for safety as it is for a replacement. Sometimes these old trucks go over a bump or around a corner and the door swings open unexpectedly. That won’t happen with the bear claw design.
Nice product that solves a real problem.
Never underestimate the ingenuity of an American hot rodder.
excellent work with the sharpie, only a trained professional can put the cap back on with one hand. I've tried and my fingers got all messy. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Turning into David Frieburger with those sandals man.
Is that a good or bad thing ?
@@bendermi Guess it depends on if you drop something on your foot.
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He knows what precautions to make .
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Must be a Cali thing, I have my flip flops on watching the video.
Outstanding. That installation looked easy and that latch made a difference
Nice project. I always appreciate the quality of your workmanship and the way you explain things.
You r getting it done. Day in & day out, thanks for letting us watch & learn...
This is the kind of old car tech support I love; it's almost plug and play simple!!!!
Not as simple as repairing your stock latches to work correctly. With a small amount of maintenance.
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That sure seems like a big improvement!
That’s a slick set up. You find the coolest stuff!
So at 16 I worked at Lancaster Body and Frame.. I quickly became the "door guy" the owner didn't want to charge to adjust a door and body men were paid on commission so they didn't want to do it... it was 1981, Cadillac and GM cars had huge doors. Years later I worked for AAA towing, and was the "T-6a" King (keys locked in cars) because I knew doors so well.. I got Hella tips from happy mom's who locked their babies in the car at the mall... great memories... later I was recruited by a repo guy in the bay area because of my reputation of not taking longer than 10 seconds - I literally had them count to 10, and usually throwing them the keys.. but it was the magical 80's
Lucky's Garage Show excellent work experience is necessary
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Lucky's Garage Show you are kindly welcome 🙏 Thank you for the Thanks 😊 🙏 later back to watching your videos 📹
Lucky's Garage Show I realized know why you said Thanks i didn't mean anything bad to ypu what I should of said with out ypu I wouldn't of know anything about this topic iam very grateful to you sorry for my Dumbass comment
Great you tube videos.I also enjoy HRG your humor is great.
Thank you for the great entertainment.
Gotta tell you Lucky, I'm impressed that you've still got all of your fingers, man.
27:00 wow, this is way better than I've expected.
I have a 68 c10 and was always frustrated with door latch operation. The reason is I also have an original unrestored 1948 ford F1 with refrigerator doors that close like butter. Crusty rusty old 48 shuts with ease while my 68 shuts like a Honda that's been T boned.
awesome. im getting a set for my 68 c10 asap. thanks for sharing lucky, your vids rock!!! keep it goin... shop truck is a1 btw
Love your truck videos, it’s one sweet ride.
Nice job Lucky.... ahh webb wants his C--clamp back!
Heck of a job what a difference
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Nice latch set up
My 99 Z71 is gonna love those.
Thanks Lucky 👍
Lucky, my dude you knocked the spring clip off the window crank in a hurry with that putty knife, but have you ever tried the shop rag trick? An old head made a believer out of me when he whipped those clips in less than 5 seconds without looking. Too cool what the old guys know...
Wow. That is an impressive result.
Damn...Smoove latches! Nice bolt-in cure!
That is a satisfying improvement. Thanks for sharing with us.
Always a pleasure to watch lucky. Good value.
Good video and reminder. I’ve heard good things about these Altman latches before and your install confirmed it and reminded me to order my own. Stopped the video and ordered from Triquemfg a set of the universal latches to try on my ‘29 Roadster door. Thanks for showing this.
Thank you! Definitely on the list for my '68.
Get a vid up of it man !
Awesome! Nice little upgrade 👍🏽
One handed on the sharpie cap...
Well done Sir
Man what a cool door kit . Cheers good buddy
you have a nice little sleeper in that pickup
that might be a good solution for my 64 Buick Special wagon. thanks lucky
I've always considered cutting latch assembly from newer rides to fab into older rides, for that sweet, silent click.
No go with the kit that trique kit
Nice I’m gonna buy that for my truck thank you for the video
I like the way you hold the instructions so it looks like you can actually read, lol.
That works. That’s well engineered.
Cool installation kit......nice work as always lucky....👍
....I knew he'd use that little belt sander again....sweet little tool that thing!
Sweet ! Sooner or later I have to take the panels off my C5 doors , it's usually just a matter of tightening things up when the doors & windows get sloppy & rattly , don't know why I'd rather be hit with a 2x4 than take doors apart !
That's a handy dandy little sander ! Nice
Sweet upgrade to the better 👍🏼
Great Tech Tip and Video. . to remember them
That 3M air file is worth every penny. Love the vids!!!
Awesome video Lucky. but you should still add that vent on the backside of the cab. 👍
Very nice upgrade!
Of course this company doesn’t make this beautiful latch for my old dodge. Thanks Lucky for sharing
Thing of beauty.
Lucky! love the truck! What wheel & tire setup are you running?
Sweet Door kit!
Keep the goodness coming lucky
Thanks for the Video.....That was a great find, and a pretty easy install. I think it turned out great. To bad they (Altman) don't make a Striker Upgrade for the Square Bodies.... Mine can't be the only one that has cracks. Stay Healthy And Safe My Friend...Regards....
Adding that to my lust of needed items! Nicely done man 👍
Bear claws really make me crave donuts 🍩
You know your going to be talking about those latches to everyone. Like butter and herbs.
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that kit is kick ass
Great work Lucky!! Thank you for sharing. I hope they make these for my 75 Dodge D100
Hey lucky just an FYI Doorman products makes a nifty tool to pop off those pesky horseshoe spring clips on the back off the window and door handles they work great 2 second job!
Like a brand new truck
Nice upgrade Lucky!
Thanks for the video. I avoid replacing seals anytime I can, just for this reason.
I will have to try a set of these. 👍
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Great video thanks for sharing , do you know if they got kit for 1966 c10?
Very nice, I need that on my 72 Blazer
The old style is one of the things that I like about the truck. But I can understand the Frustration.
That turned out well. 👍
Thanks for the video! I installed the same kit in my 71 but mine doesn’t lock at all. With the push rod or the key. Just wondering if you have run into the same issue. Thank you
Drain holes in the floor .. Help with Air-tight pushback. Run rubber grommets like you're drilling a hole to run wire through on the firewall. (drill out grommets if needed to insure airflow) The tube of the grommet will make splash up into your footwell nearly impossible. Drain holes there if you wash the floor or spill a 64oz drink... Double duty... Air and drainage.
You are the greatest, here and HRG
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maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan I wish I had your patience ! Great video.
Nice set up!!!
The master builder at work. Cool mod
I see a faint fire department lable on the side door!!! 5 digit unit number too? LA city fire truck?
He mentioned this in a previous video. Was used to service fire hydrants I believe.
Those latches are slick.. Imagine a Chevy truck with doors that close
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Just don't replace the door seals and the close super easy....
I need a running start to close the driver side door on my 1990 k2500, but I'm going to chock it up to my lack of hinge bushings for now
The latches are the least of my worries... funny that both top door hinges are rotting out. Quarter window or mirror mounts I suspect.
You could do a series; shop truck Saturday!
Thanks I stored this product in my brain! Did you figure out the 3 holes at the top verus 1 hole you had in the diagram? BTW my son in law still wears your t shirt I got him.
Pretty sweet latches
Lot of work imo for doors that line up and close already with just a little more force but that's just me. Still have all the love and respect in the world from me Lucky and enjoy your work
Lucky are you wearing a Rolex submariner? If so that’s crazy working your truck with that on.
Thanks for this video lucky i plane on doing this to mine .that arm rest is not an orginal as you said.
Cool improvement
Yay
Hi Lucky, what door weatherstrip are you using in the C10 ? Thanks for the great videos!
Hey lucky how long did it take you to do those? You figured they would give you some rivets to do that to make clearance when you shut the door but that was perfect keep up the great videos brother keep rocking
I spent the weekend watching all of the Hot Rod Garage episodes. In fact I was talking to a few of the guys at work this morning about the show. We all want to know what is your go too sawzall blade?
Who makes that extended style die grinder you used , i need one!
Harbor freight sold and may still sell one as well.
Eastwood has one that is reversible !
You can dial in the direction according to how the tool fits the area you are cutting in !
Thanks Santa😀
Assemble the latch before you bolt the new plate onto it and you can slide the whole assembly through the hole. A lot quicker and easier.
That works really well, nice mod 😀👍
Not being a critic but a air body saw would have made this easier I think as long as you use the right tooth count blade. I love my 3" cut off wheels but a body saw has so much more control.
Anyways i dig the latch set up I had no idea someone made a pre fab kit.
Lucky and everyone share a cool trick to remove window crank and door handle clips with out scratches and arguing with the clip. Use a shop rag. Run the edge of rag behind handle and rag will grab the pull the clip off
Good Video Lucky 👍
Nice job as always