Sliding Window Latch Fix Kit
Product: | SWL-FIX |
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Works With: | 1968-1994 |
Manufacturer: | Quality Aftermarket |
Difficulty: |
Requires no or basic hand tools and no mechanical knowledge. |
The purpose of this kit is to replace the parts most commonly prone to fatigue and failure. These latches often become sloppy and loose over time, usually due to the mounting hardware inside the latch becoming too worn or failing completely.
This kit includes the following parts for both windows:
• (2) Outer cover plates
• (2) Inner rubber packing
• (2) Outer gasket
• (2) Mounting screws
• (2) Springs
• (1) Liquid thread-locker
• (1) Easy to follow step-by-step instructions
Installation Note: There are several parts to the sliding-window latch that rarely fail, and are excluded from this kit to save you money. To view everything we currently carry for the center sliding window, please click here. Installation of the vertical threaded pin that holds the inner latch body in place is tricky to remove and install. Check out the related images for our simple solution.
Sliding Window Latch Fix Kit Wrench Rating
Plug 'n' Play — Requires no or basic hand tools and no mechanical knowledge.
All Wrench Ratings
Plug 'n' Play — Requires no or basic hand tools and no mechanical knowledge.
Handy — Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.
DIY — Requires a full tool set and broad mechanical knowledge.
Pro — Requires professional-level tools, talent and experience.