The originals had a knurled section at the end, so that kept them in place. An easy fit till the last 1/16" or so then tight. I dropped one in the mail to him, but didn't take a picture of it.
A roll pin would work just as well. I believe that's what suppliers furnish with replacement latches.
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Last edited by klhansen; 02/20/2026 1:30 AM. Reason: added more info
Kevin
1951 Chevy 3100 work truck
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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
Busting rust since the mid-60's
If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.