Has anyone changed the door catches to anything besides the little metal tabs that just seem to be making the hole in the door bigger every time you use it?
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Door to Strut Catches
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Re: Door to Strut Catches
The metal tabs on the struts are supposed to fit into a metal "clutch" that is riveted to the door panel behind the holes in the door. Not a good system, but it's what we have. I have some spare metal "clutches" if you need some.
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I looked at my doors and there doesn't appear to be anything left of the "clutches". So I would be interested in a couple. I would be happy to pay for them, just let me know if you would like to sell a couple.
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Re: Door to Strut Catches
Give me a call 734 645-3187. Will send a couple.
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6277,
Tried to call earlier today, didn't get an asnswer. I will try and call again tomorrow.
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Tried to call earlier today, didn't get an asnswer. I will try and call again tomorrow.
Thanks
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6277,
I tried to call as well to get one catch, with no luck. How do you want us to contact you?
5235
I tried to call as well to get one catch, with no luck. How do you want us to contact you?
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I get too many calls wanting to sell me something. If I don't see a name or recognize the # I seldom answer...sorry for appearing to be rude. Text me your address and I will send you one. Thanks, Ray
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Re: Door to Strut Catches
Does anyone know of anywhere that I can currently get a catch?
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Re: Door to Strut Catches
Give me a call days 815 695 9970
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