New build thread; 48 Plymouth

[moparjack44]

On my 48 DeSoto, I used original latches, and lock cylinders. I thought the lock cylinders were cool with the little twist flaps to cover where you insert the key.
To prevent lock out, I leave one of the vents unlocked. Probably not the smarted thing, but it works for me, and all was simple. I believe in 'simple.
See my signature
But, I sure do envy/admire y'all's imaginations and talents. Us old ignorant country boys gotta keep it inexpensive and simple.

Jack

[falconvan]

That's a really nice job, Kbuhagiar. If my latches had been good i'd have stayed with them but they were pretty much junk. I'm hoping these locking handles work out. If not, you've got a good looking solution. Where did you source the little lock with the removeable cylinder?

[stovens]

Yes please list out the parts you used and where they are from. Thanks, Steve.

[kbuhagiar]

That's a really nice job, Kbuhagiar. If my latches had been good i'd have stayed with them but they were pretty much junk. I'm hoping these locking handles work out. If not, you've got a good looking solution. Where did you source the little lock with the removeable cylinder?

I found it on Ebay - I got mine for a BIN price of $39.95 with free shipping.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/LOCKI...item2c5ea1c229

[falconvan]

I've got this door fitting really nice and everything welded up on the bottom. Now for some grinding, smoothing, and filling and I'm ready to move onto the next one.

[123pugsy]

I've got this door fitting really nice and everything welded up on the bottom. Now for some grinding, smoothing, and filling and I'm ready to move onto the next one.

Glad to see you got it fitting good.
I know that panels and doors are tough to get just right.

[falconvan]

Glad to see you got it fitting good.
I know that panels and doors are tough to get just right.

Thanks; I'm still blown away by all you did on the front end of your car. That's some serious craftsmanship.

[stovens]

Thanks; I'm still blown away by all you did on the front end of your car. That's some serious craftsmanship.

So is what your doing with the doors. Nice work.

[kbuhagiar]

On my 48 DeSoto, I used original latches, and lock cylinders. I thought the lock cylinders were cool with the little twist flaps to cover where you insert the key.
To prevent lock out, I leave one of the vents unlocked. Probably not the smarted thing, but it works for me, and all was simple. I believe in 'simple.
See my signature
But, I sure do envy/admire y'all's imaginations and talents. Us old ignorant country boys gotta keep it inexpensive and simple.

Jack

Thank you sir for the kind words.

Believe me, I am a big fan of simple solutions. When I purchased the car last year I did not realize that the latches and locks had been modified. I would have MUCH preferred the stock setup.

That will be the FIRST thing I check next time I am in the marrket for a new toy car!