Need Closet Door Latch assy

[hdryder75]

Hey does anyone have a used closet door latch assy. I really only need the interior bolt assy and the exterior frame catch. For some reason the PO
removed the bolt and exterior frame catch. The inside and outside covers are still mounted on the door.

I checked first with one of our well known suppliers (who shall remain nameless) because I try and support them as often as possible. The good news
is that they have a new one. The not so good news for me was the cost. Over $100. I'm not criticizing their cost on what is probably a little
requested part that they pay to hold in inventory, but I just cant afford that for a door latch. Way too many other operability challenges to solve
as well.

I'm beginning to better understand why people buy parts coaches.......

thanks much.

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Steven Janibagian
76 Eleganza II, 455, TZE166V102466
Kent, WA

 

[jim kanomata1]

That part does get loose and misplaced, that is why your looking for it.
Most and if not all our used coaches we get are missing it.
It is an aircraft part so they are high priced, just look at the parts, not
automotive grade.

> Hey does anyone have a used closet door latch assy. I really only need
> the interior bolt assy and the exterior frame catch. For some reason the PO
> removed the bolt and exterior frame catch. The inside and outside covers
> are still mounted on the door.
>
> I checked first with one of our well known suppliers (who shall remain
> nameless) because I try and support them as often as possible. The good
> news
> is that they have a new one. The not so good news for me was the cost.
> Over $100. I'm not criticizing their cost on what is probably a little
> requested part that they pay to hold in inventory, but I just cant afford
> that for a door latch. Way too many other operability challenges to solve
> as well.
>
> I'm beginning to better understand why people buy parts coaches.......
>
> thanks much.
>
> --
> Steven Janibagian
> 76 Eleganza II, 455, TZE166V102466
> Kent, WA
>
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Jim Kanomata
Applied/GMC, Newark,CA
jimk
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[kab7]

> Hey does anyone have a used closet door latch assy. I really only need the interior bolt assy and the exterior frame catch. For some reason the
> PO removed the bolt and exterior frame catch. The inside and outside covers are still mounted on the door.
>
> I checked first with one of our well known suppliers (who shall remain nameless) because I try and support them as often as possible. The good
> news is that they have a new one. The not so good news for me was the cost. Over $100. I'm not criticizing their cost on what is probably a
> little requested part that they pay to hold in inventory, but I just cant afford that for a door latch. Way too many other operability challenges
> to solve as well.
>
> I'm beginning to better understand why people buy parts coaches.......
>
> thanks much.

I have one. How about $40 shipped?

Karen
1975 26'

 

[hdryder75]

Hi JimK.
Yep, totally understand and however it came across, sincerely didn't intend to sound like criticism. Was just hoping for an alternate solution on the
cheap. I only need the bolt and the external catch. And necessity being related to good old invention, I got some 1/2 x 1/4 steel bar stock and cut
to length. Still need to drill and shape and then should be good to go. I'm still thinking about where to scrounge the catch. Or make one.

Regards,
--
Steven Janibagian
76 Eleganza II, 455, TZE166V102466
Kent, WA

 

[jim kanomata1]

Steve,
No problem, there are parts that we get that are priced very high as it is
limited or no longer available.
We have had discussions about not selling parts that are over priced for
one reason or other, but felt we might as well stock them for those that
need them.
We make big margin on our air filter housings.
Wey are supplying TESLA with SS Housings and they prefer our units.

> Hi JimK.
> Yep, totally understand and however it came across, sincerely didn't
> intend to sound like criticism. Was just hoping for an alternate solution
> on the
> cheap. I only need the bolt and the external catch. And necessity being
> related to good old invention, I got some 1/2 x 1/4 steel bar stock and cut
> to length. Still need to drill and shape and then should be good to go.
> I'm still thinking about where to scrounge the catch. Or make one.
>
> Regards,
> --
> Steven Janibagian
> 76 Eleganza II, 455, TZE166V102466
> Kent, WA
>
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Jim Kanomata
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jimk
http://www.appliedgmc.com
1-800-752-7502

 

[Carl Stouffer]

> Steve,
> No problem, there are parts that we get that are priced very high as it is
> limited or no longer available.

As an illustration of Jim's point, when we visit the in-laws in PA, we generally get my late father-in-law's 2000 Dodge Dakota to drive. On one trip,
about 8 or 9 years ago, the plastic piece on the bottom of the center console lid had the latch broken off of it so the lid wouldn't stay closed.
After it hit Kathy's elbow a few times, I KNEW it had to be fixed. We stopped by the local Chrysler dealer and, surprisingly, they had the part in
stock. The cost on the part was under $20.00. The last time we were there, about a year ago, someone in the family had managed to break the latch
off again. Same part at the same dealer (not in stock this time, they had to bring it in from another dealer) was almost $60.00. The next time it
breaks, IF the part is even available, it will probably cost over $100.00.

How much harder is it to stock parts for a 40+ year old motorhome that was only produces for six years and had relatively low production numbers.
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Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles,
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