Altman Easy Bear Claw Door Latch Kit – Compatible with 1947–1951 Chevy Trucks

Description

The Altman Easy Latch Kit for 1947–1951 Chevy Trucks is the premier bolt-in solution for the early “Advance Design” series pickup. This kit is specifically engineered to replace primitive, often worn-out factory latches with modern “bear jaw” rotary claw technology, allowing your doors to close with a light, modern “click” instead of a heavy slam.

Precision Vehicle-Specific Design

This kit is not a universal adaptation; it is a dedicated system designed for the unique door shell geometry of 1947–1951 Chevrolet and GMC trucks:

• True Bolt-On Installation: The kit features contoured jam plates that match the internal lines of your truck’s doors perfectly. No welding is required, making this a clean upgrade for both survivors and high-end restorations.

• Handle & Lock Integration: These latches are designed to work seamlessly with your original exterior handles, interior handles, and factory door lock cylinders.

• New Interior Linkage: This kit includes two new interior straps that connect your factory inside handles to the new rotary latch, ensuring a crisp and reliable release action.

• Shaved Handle Ready: If you are building a custom with “shaved” doors, these latches are fully compatible with electronic solenoids.

Industrial-Grade Construction

• Case-Hardened Paws: The internal rotary claws are 3/16″ thick, case-hardened, and black-oxide coated to prevent wear and ensure a lifetime of secure latching.

• Corrosion Protection: Every primary component is zinc-plated, providing a durable barrier against the moisture that often accumulates inside vintage door shells.

• Stainless Hardware: The kit includes high-strength stainless steel striker pins and washers, ensuring that the door jamb hardware remains rust-free and aesthetically clean.

What’s in the Box?

This comprehensive kit provides everything needed to upgrade both the driver and passenger side doors:

• Vehicle-specific bear-jaw rotary claw latches and mounting plates.

• Precision templates for accurate alignment and installation.

• Stainless steel striker pins and striker plates.

• All necessary mounting hardware and detailed instructions.

Fitment Note

This kit is designed specifically for the turn-down style door handles found on 1947–1951 models. If your truck has been updated with 1952–1954 push-button style doors, a different specific Altman kit is required to match that handle geometry.

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