Baggage Door Latches

Question

Just curious if anyone has tried to retrofit baggage door latches (slam latches) on a compartment door that was outfitted originally with the old CH751 barrel locks.

I've noticed some of the larger Class A's and fivers have slam latches instead of barrel locks and they're much nicer. Anyone done this?

lwiddis · Answer

I've been considering it too. Hopefully someone will chime in.

htss · Answer

I too am curious.  I would love slam latches on my doors.

cummins12v98 · Answer

RV locks and more.  You just change out the cylinder.  They can match your other keys if needed,

cecilt · Answer

The thickness of the doors that use the slam latches is thicker than the doors with a 751 lock.  They can't be interchanged unless you can find a slam latch that works with your size door.

i-can-am-can-yo · Answer

So apparently it can be done:LINKand Global Link makes a slam latch mounting plate for thin baggage doors up to 1-1/4":LINKSo... who wants to go first? :@

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