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tailgate latch swap?


Bronc'n Buck

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What is the go to for rear tail gate acctuater latches?

I am surprised no one has an aftermarket part for common tailgate latches (closure mech??
Is there a common "other" manufacture that swaps out with the 84-87 rear tailgate?

Thanks in advance
 


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Explorer latch’s may be the same. Not to familiar with it. Check the tech library, might can find something out there! Maybe someone else will chime in on this.
 

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I’ve had issues with the rear latch and have never found a replacement. I bought one for an explorer. It’s somewhat different and has duel function for opening the door or the window. The mounting is similar but the Bronco door needs modifications to accept the explorer handle. Mostly just opening mounting holes. I used a step bit to get the required size. The contact patch on the handle to the rod pad to open the latch don’t line up well and can jump past each other failing to open the latch. I welded an extension onto the latch lever to stop its ability to jump past the rods contact pad. It’s been working well for a few years now.
 

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Not had the pleasure of fixing the latch’s yet on mine. Sure it’s gonna be fun!
 

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