Is anyone having a problem of the above slam latches breaking and not being able to open the compartment doors? I have had two of my twelve latches that have broken cams, which operate the lock bolt when you lift up on the handle. It is a difficult process to get the doors open, including drilling a hole in the bottom of the assembly and inserting a long, thin screwdriver to push the bolt up to open the door.
There is no name on the latch assembly, other than 'Made in China', to find out who makes them. I did find a picture of a similar latch on the web and it appears to be made (imported?) by AP Products. However, there doesn't seem to be individual parts available for them.
I ended up making a cam from steel (5/32" thick) for the first one that broke, which required a lot of time cutting and grinding it to shape. I have since had a second one break while on the road. This time I used aluminum stock to recreate it.
New latches are available at prices for 40 bucks and up. However, they would have to be painted to match your color.
Now, I have ten more to go. Let me know if anyone else is having a problem with these type latches and if you have found parts for them.
Ron
2003 Gulf Stream Ultra Supreme 33'
F53 Class A
2013 Ford Edge toad
