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Originally Posted by lx450landcruiser
why does the tail gate latch have to be adjustable? you could always go the route i did and if you wated it adjustable recess the flap a bit more and add some of that hard plastic (the cutting board stuff) with a few counter sunk allens, they you could always change it out due to wear if thats an issue.
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To get a rattle free system, and insure that as your weather stripping starts to deteriorate, you really want to be able to adjust the latches. Your idea would work fine. I am going to do something similar, using nylon block over steel.
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Originally Posted by lx450landcruiser
Im curious to see what you do for the lid latches as im there as well. Im looking at the double latch system that they use in truck tool boxes, basically a latch on both sides but they open using the one handle in the middle
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I decided to use a work load rated adjustable draw latch from McMaster on the inside of the lid, I finally figured out my space for the drawers on the interior and the latches I picked should mount right up without any clearance issues. This means I will need to open the tailgate to open the lid, but that is acceptable for me.
I will post up pics when the big box arrives!
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