Rick nice job on this "How To" clip and all your videos. I enjoy the OldCarGarage Style,craftsmanship and humor. Since I'm new to the channel I've been catching up on all your old videos . Thanks for taking the time to share the projects. I'm sure that the channel will be invaded by the Garage Gang
I must say for your first how to video I totally got it!!! I think all your video's are great !For those that can't figure out what you just explained maybe should take up knitting keep up the good work .
That is a Great Tip but I have already paid for my latches and they are almost the same. Paid to much you were just to late for me but you guys listen and do what he said thanks Great Video
Hi Rick great video. I am in New Zealand and am working on my late father-in laws 56 Chevy pickup. It has a 572 crate motor and is a real piece of work. It is 99% complete but sadly he passed away earlier this year. I'm getting it ready for a show here in the middle of January. I know he hated the chains but it is all he got for it. I am a Ford guy so its pretty tough me working on his Chevy ha ha. i will definitely be going to barrel locks and if I can fit ones off a Ford it will be all the sweeter ;) Take care and all the best for the new year
Great tip, and details about how you modified it. Starting the redo of my '57 Dodge 100. And like you stated, I like the chain and hook. But the other thing to remember is that the chain and hook prevents the rear of the box from flaring out. Over time the bed sides will start to pull away from the tailgate.
Thinking about your point of the sides flaring out. Its a good point and thinking about it there is really no reason to completely cut off the old loops on the sides. They can be smoothed out a bit and still fit the barrel locks. That way the sides stay firm and the barrel locks hold the tail gate
"Not very good at words, and not a very good teacher". You underestimate yourself. You are quite good at both of these as long as you are yourself. Don't pretend.
Very cool. I might add that the hole in truck bed be a little more tidy so that the pin doesn't hit the paint when you pop the pin to the closed position.
Great video Rick. Me likey barrel latch thingy!😆 Me thinks you should patent that before the actual manufacturer does and sell the patent to the highest bid. I have to look but I think that would work on my '36 Chev 1/2 ton. What do you think?
Been watching your channel for awhile now but just ran into this vid. Nice tip!! I've seen some "chainless" tailgates that have what look like "seat-belt" latches. The "latch" assembly typically mounts on the bed side and the "strike" plate is mounted to the tailgate. Do you have any tips/shortcuts for those type of latches?? Seems like one could fashion a pair of those from some old style center button seat belt latches. Might even be able to fashion a "eye" on the latch base for the cable to attach to. ???
+Jay Patterson I can't remember the manufacturer but I bought them from The Old Car Centre in Langley. Tell them Rick @ OTG told you to call them - they'll be able to look up the brand for you.
Rick nice job on this "How To" clip and all your videos. I enjoy the OldCarGarage Style,craftsmanship and humor. Since I'm new to the channel I've been catching up on all your old videos . Thanks for taking the time to share the projects. I'm sure that the channel will be invaded by the Garage Gang
thanks for watching. I'm glad the videos help and keep watching for more tips!
I must say for your first how to video I totally got it!!! I think all your video's are great !For those that can't figure out what you just explained maybe should take up knitting keep up the good work .
For your first how 2 you did great and i think you made a great up grade on that part.That was great idea later
That is a Great Tip but I have already paid for my latches and they are almost the same. Paid to much you were just to late for me but you guys listen and do what he said thanks Great Video
A great tip. A very hand idea, can see similar thing used in other applications.
Simple enough to crank out on my lathe.
awesome glad you liked it
Hi Rick great video. I am in New Zealand and am working on my late father-in laws 56 Chevy pickup. It has a 572 crate motor and is a real piece of work. It is 99% complete but sadly he passed away earlier this year. I'm getting it ready for a show here in the middle of January. I know he hated the chains but it is all he got for it. I am a Ford guy so its pretty tough me working on his Chevy ha ha. i will definitely be going to barrel locks and if I can fit ones off a Ford it will be all the sweeter ;) Take care and all the best for the new year
Sorry for your lose .
I can't find these barrel locks, I have a machine shop and will have to make them. What an excellent idea. Thank you for this video.
You are welcome they are sold here at a place called old car centre
Do you have the part number for the barrel locks
Did you get the info?
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Dude this is really cool thanks a million!!! It looks like you posted this 9 yrs ago so I hope you see my message.
Got it . Glad you like
Great tip, and details about how you modified it. Starting the redo of my '57 Dodge 100. And like you stated, I like the chain and hook. But the other thing to remember is that the chain and hook prevents the rear of the box from flaring out. Over time the bed sides will start to pull away from the tailgate.
Good point
Thinking about your point of the sides flaring out. Its a good point and thinking about it there is really no reason to completely cut off the old loops on the sides. They can be smoothed out a bit and still fit the barrel locks. That way the sides stay firm and the barrel locks hold the tail gate
Great idea Rick very helpful tip for people with trucks
"Not very good at words, and not a very good teacher". You underestimate yourself. You are quite good at both of these as long as you are yourself. Don't pretend.
Thanks Kenton
Great tip enjoyed the video thumbs up.
Just made my own, thank you for the video
Very cool. I might add that the hole in truck bed be a little more tidy so that the pin doesn't hit the paint when you pop the pin to the closed position.
We did clean it up a bit
notch is a great idea
that is awesome!!!!!!! i'm saving this vid for if i ever get to my stepside again ...thanks
Great idea. Thanks mate.
so welcome Peter
I just found your channel in the Latch it's a pretty good idea but you never show the rest how to hold the teilgate??
do you have a video for that?
This video is soo old am sure i did one but i cant remember know sorry
It's out! Not aut! Geesh
Great video
a Rick that's a good idea,im going to install that lock setup on my 73 1/2 stepside ,oh yeah who's Bob ?
Great video Rick. Me likey barrel latch thingy!😆 Me thinks you should patent that before the actual manufacturer does and sell the patent to the highest bid. I have to look but I think that would work on my '36 Chev 1/2 ton. What do you think?
That is a great idea.
Yeah, I though so too - but now I can't find these anywhere!
Does anyone know where you can purchase the "barrel bolts"?
Been watching your channel for awhile now but just ran into this vid. Nice tip!! I've seen some "chainless" tailgates that have what look like "seat-belt" latches. The "latch" assembly typically mounts on the bed side and the "strike" plate is mounted to the tailgate. Do you have any tips/shortcuts for those type of latches?? Seems like one could fashion a pair of those from some old style center button seat belt latches. Might even be able to fashion a "eye" on the latch base for the cable to attach to. ???
+Pappa Bob No clue - I haven't done any of those kind. Anything is possible though
No, Richard looks like me! LOL Not the first time I've heard that either haha
Where are they available?
Great stuff! Thanks, Cheers
You're so welcome
Bob's not my uncle LMAO cool mod
How good will this work on a 51 Chevrolet?
It'll be fine but I don't know where to get them anymore.
very trick
"Ford tailgate latches TG-8344456-PR" Google search about 120 bucks
Where can I get those locks? Mfg.?
+Jay Patterson I can't remember the manufacturer but I bought them from The Old Car Centre in Langley. Tell them Rick @ OTG told you to call them - they'll be able to look up the brand for you.
Jay Patterson did you buy the locks? Where and brand? I tried looking them up but can’t find them
I can't find those
Unless someone else knows where to find them?
So for a few bucks I can install hidden latches instead of 300 thanks