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Old Nov 20, 2003 | 08:48 PM
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Default 1978 Corvette Drivers side Door Latch

Hi: does anyone have door latch for a 1978 corvette. Please help, cannot drive because i cannot get door to stay closed. If anyone knows of any one with one, or where i can purchase one at a decent price, please email me. thanks


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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 02:10 PM
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I should have one. You can email me at dglanz@fuse.net
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 03:16 PM
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Is it the door handle you need?
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 05:02 PM
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no, not door handle. It is the latch mechanism where it hits striker. Door latch feels really loose, and will not latch when i try to close. email me at
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