Tailgate Latch

[oregonfj]

I need help on what to use and where to get a good tailgate latch for the offroad trailer I'm throwing together. I bought these little thingys but I dont think I will like them. I see some cool hinge/cam type latches on some builds here, but cant find em anywhere.....

 

[Brian in Oregon]

Those might work as retractable hinges.

 

[oregonfj]

I think I can make them work but I will have to build stand-offs to allow the pin handle to rotate and clear the tailgate.
Much prefer to find some of these.

 

[seapotato]

I used the t-handle twist locks from a truck canopy.

Work pretty well , can lock lid and tailgate with them.

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

Draw latches

Look at McMaster Carr's catalog they have draw latches and toggle clamps for any application. I used a pair of draw latches on my 40 windshield because PO had cut out all hardware. I'm sure they have what you are looking for and then some. McMaster Carr is a must have resource for anyone who fabricates.
Find it here...McMaster-Carr

 

[ntsqd]

Have a look at older Asian mini truck tail gates ("LUV" trucks come to mind). Some, but not all had latches like that. They're lighter duty, but some of the UTV's with a bed also have latches like that. Finally, have a look at the FJ40 tailgate latches, they're different than what is shown above, but they'll work the same way.

 

[oregonfj]

Awesome! Thanks for the help. I found these also but Mcmasters look beefier.


Amazon.com: De-Sta-Co Pull-Action Latch Clamp, Flange base, w/700 lbs. cap., Steel (1 Each): Home Improvement

 

[JSBriggs]

What about an Land Rover anti-luce latch.

-Jeff

 

[JSBriggs]

What about an Land Rover anti-luce latch. Its a flip lever type of catch

-Jeff