A cool trick on how to modify GMC or Chevy tailgates to fit Ford barrel locks
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@westonlee97789 ай бұрын
Dude this is really cool thanks a million!!! It looks like you posted this 9 yrs ago so I hope you see my message.
@OldTimeGarage9 ай бұрын
Got it . Glad you like
@265chevy10 жыл бұрын
For your first how 2 you did great and i think you made a great up grade on that part.That was great idea later
@NewRiverRepair10 жыл бұрын
Rick nice job on this "How To" clip and all your videos. I enjoy the OldCarGarage Style,craftsmanship and humor. Since I'm new to the channel I've been catching up on all your old videos . Thanks for taking the time to share the projects. I'm sure that the channel will be invaded by the Garage Gang
@OldTimeGarage10 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching. I'm glad the videos help and keep watching for more tips!
@randybowen73510 жыл бұрын
I must say for your first how to video I totally got it!!! I think all your video's are great !For those that can't figure out what you just explained maybe should take up knitting keep up the good work .
@kgroombr7 жыл бұрын
"Not very good at words, and not a very good teacher". You underestimate yourself. You are quite good at both of these as long as you are yourself. Don't pretend.
@OldTimeGarage7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kenton
@mrbhpj4510 жыл бұрын
That is a Great Tip but I have already paid for my latches and they are almost the same. Paid to much you were just to late for me but you guys listen and do what he said thanks Great Video
@huck0195510 жыл бұрын
Great idea Rick very helpful tip for people with trucks
@franksgarage85516 жыл бұрын
A great tip. A very hand idea, can see similar thing used in other applications. Simple enough to crank out on my lathe.
@OldTimeGarage6 жыл бұрын
awesome glad you liked it
@bigaricj10 жыл бұрын
Great tip enjoyed the video thumbs up.
@gregpavlovich77612 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick great video. I am in New Zealand and am working on my late father-in laws 56 Chevy pickup. It has a 572 crate motor and is a real piece of work. It is 99% complete but sadly he passed away earlier this year. I'm getting it ready for a show here in the middle of January. I know he hated the chains but it is all he got for it. I am a Ford guy so its pretty tough me working on his Chevy ha ha. i will definitely be going to barrel locks and if I can fit ones off a Ford it will be all the sweeter ;) Take care and all the best for the new year
@OldTimeGarage2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for your lose .
@royhoward382 жыл бұрын
notch is a great idea
@alcyr56556 жыл бұрын
Great tip, and details about how you modified it. Starting the redo of my '57 Dodge 100. And like you stated, I like the chain and hook. But the other thing to remember is that the chain and hook prevents the rear of the box from flaring out. Over time the bed sides will start to pull away from the tailgate.
@OldTimeGarage6 жыл бұрын
Good point
@gregpavlovich77612 жыл бұрын
Thinking about your point of the sides flaring out. Its a good point and thinking about it there is really no reason to completely cut off the old loops on the sides. They can be smoothed out a bit and still fit the barrel locks. That way the sides stay firm and the barrel locks hold the tail gate
@paulstagner50402 жыл бұрын
Just made my own, thank you for the video
@spark23ca8 жыл бұрын
that is awesome!!!!!!! i'm saving this vid for if i ever get to my stepside again ...thanks
@paulstagner50402 жыл бұрын
I can't find these barrel locks, I have a machine shop and will have to make them. What an excellent idea. Thank you for this video.
@OldTimeGarage2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome they are sold here at a place called old car centre
@luismoreno23835 ай бұрын
Do you have the part number for the barrel locks
@paulstagner50405 ай бұрын
Did you get the info? @@luismoreno2383
@petergoodwin24656 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Thanks mate.
@OldTimeGarage6 жыл бұрын
so welcome Peter
@Midmojo6 жыл бұрын
Very cool. I might add that the hole in truck bed be a little more tidy so that the pin doesn't hit the paint when you pop the pin to the closed position.
@OldTimeGarage6 жыл бұрын
We did clean it up a bit
@alfonsomontes88297 жыл бұрын
a Rick that's a good idea,im going to install that lock setup on my 73 1/2 stepside ,oh yeah who's Bob ?
@jeffryblackmon48465 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea.
@OldTimeGarage5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I though so too - but now I can't find these anywhere!
@marcosvelazquez13202 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel in the Latch it's a pretty good idea but you never show the rest how to hold the teilgate?? do you have a video for that?
@OldTimeGarage2 жыл бұрын
This video is soo old am sure i did one but i cant remember know sorry
@MegaCountach6 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Thanks, Cheers
@OldTimeGarage6 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome
@braddeal64458 жыл бұрын
It's out! Not aut! Geesh Great video
@2ofus19816 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know where you can purchase the "barrel bolts"?
@edspencer69609 жыл бұрын
Great video Rick. Me likey barrel latch thingy!😆 Me thinks you should patent that before the actual manufacturer does and sell the patent to the highest bid. I have to look but I think that would work on my '36 Chev 1/2 ton. What do you think?
@sylvialopez50773 жыл бұрын
Where are they available?
@pappabob298 жыл бұрын
Been watching your channel for awhile now but just ran into this vid. Nice tip!! I've seen some "chainless" tailgates that have what look like "seat-belt" latches. The "latch" assembly typically mounts on the bed side and the "strike" plate is mounted to the tailgate. Do you have any tips/shortcuts for those type of latches?? Seems like one could fashion a pair of those from some old style center button seat belt latches. Might even be able to fashion a "eye" on the latch base for the cable to attach to. ???
@OldTimeGarage8 жыл бұрын
+Pappa Bob No clue - I haven't done any of those kind. Anything is possible though
@OldTimeGarage8 жыл бұрын
No, Richard looks like me! LOL Not the first time I've heard that either haha
@paulstagner50402 жыл бұрын
Unless someone else knows where to find them?
@expatconn72428 жыл бұрын
very trick
@MrRatdice4 жыл бұрын
So for a few bucks I can install hidden latches instead of 300 thanks
@2ofus19816 жыл бұрын
How good will this work on a 51 Chevrolet?
@OldTimeGarage6 жыл бұрын
It'll be fine but I don't know where to get them anymore.
@thesmokydig7 жыл бұрын
Bob's not my uncle LMAO cool mod
@williamsnyder3014 жыл бұрын
"Ford tailgate latches TG-8344456-PR" Google search about 120 bucks
@DadsTrucksBarn3 жыл бұрын
I can't find those
@SLM1957-q7i8 жыл бұрын
Where can I get those locks? Mfg.?
@OldTimeGarage8 жыл бұрын
+Jay Patterson I can't remember the manufacturer but I bought them from The Old Car Centre in Langley. Tell them Rick @ OTG told you to call them - they'll be able to look up the brand for you.
@marianofalcon7035 жыл бұрын
Jay Patterson did you buy the locks? Where and brand? I tried looking them up but can’t find them