I’m a fairly newbie myself, but my machining experience tells me the different direction of the texture patterns is to give some bite to keep the latch from moving horizontally and vertically.


1957 Chevy 3200
Daily Driver
PS, A/C, Tilt column, Rebuilt 350, Rebuilt TH350, Reupholstered Bench Seat, sound proof/insulated, LED headlights/taillights/backup lights/interior courtesy lights.
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