Thanks Still waiting, appreciate the support, I think I got down. Nate has a point, I must say, I get a lot of parts from our host, but was...
Waiting Waiting on my seal, I think I can pull this off, no pun intended. :o
got some info page 13 Did a search, got page 13 of Lakeroadster's build page. Mark everything, measure threads, (or count) remove big nut,...
Looks like my pinion flange seal needs replacement, looks like I may need two special tools to complete this repair? As indicated in the shop...
Cool beens Rustydog, If someone's a carpenter, that don't mean make fenders or tailgates out of wood, LOL Keep the cabinetry in the kitchen.....
Lakeroadster and all I been preoccupied lately with ageing in-laws, so my project is on hold right now for several weeks, the circle of life can...
Different Type I used this type and seems to work well so far.
Parts Numbers Lakeroadster; I do believe the part number is Tailgate Latch has part # C582505. Chevy 1988 year pickup. Got it on the internet...
Some progress Nate, thanks for the kind words, I looked at many modified trucks and seen many latched none were a modern type installed on our...
Many Thanks for the detailed pic Lakeroadster, Thanks for taking the time to sketch the information. That's like the mini latches they sell...
Supplies Lakeroadster, I plan on using counter sunk screws, so need to weld a nut on the inside of the side recess area. And as for the...
Back to some progress Sit, think and drink, (not in that order) but started back with some spare time so here's what I got so far. The goal is to...
Reengineering Looks like its time to rethink this, the latches to fit within the tubs will need to be disassembled,(chop, cut and rebuild) I...
Dismantle originial Tailgate (second to last picture)Well there is no turning back now, new tailgate installed to test fit, feels a little...
Great Start Great find and good to see the potential in working on the old truck, that's may be why it sat so long, everyone looks at what it is;...
Thats some clean steel frame Rich, That frame looks very clean! the work some of you guys do is amazing.
Seen this done Evan. Seen this done looks and works well, does tie the rear bed very tight. Well, I have my new plain steel gate, all...
One or the other I do believe the roll pan is connecting the two rear fender together while hiding the any exposed frame, the location of the...
Latch and recess The latch face place will need to be trimmed less the a 1/4 inch to fit in the tailgate side cavity. This cavity could be made...
Jungle this Guys, I just listened to about sixteen different versions of jingle jangle on the internet, God please let it stop snowing...... :)
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