GTR Rear Clam Top Latch Replacement

[emissary]

The topside rear clam latch broke on me tonight as I was attempting to lock down the clam; it appears the end simply broke off due to metal fatigue. I can see that it’s a Camloc part, but I’m not able to locate the part number. Might anyone be able to tell me the part number and perhaps where I might find a replacement? Thanks in advance!

[F.C.]

emissary said:

The topside rear clam latch broke on me tonight as I was attempting to lock down the clam; it appears the end simply broke off due to metal fatigue. I can see that it’s a Camloc part, but I’m not able to locate the part number. Might anyone be able to tell me the part number and perhaps where I might find a replacement? Thanks in advance!

Factory will be your best bet, most distributers will have a minimum pricing policy.

However if you want to:

http://www.alcoa.com/fastening_systems/aerospace/c...

Once you have measured up and identified the latch you will need to find a distributer, there are many (Google Alcoa.com)and all will have different attitudes to a single order.
Good luck!

[srreck]

http://www.goodhanduk.co.uk/Catalogue/Toggle-Clamp...

[macgtech]

We use teh Protex adjustable latches which seem good

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/motorsport/quick-rel...

[GTRCLIVE]

Or for a more professional look ....



http://www.aerocatch.com/aerocatch3/320-2000-151

[emissary]

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I was able to get a replacement part from the factory. I was pretty impressed; this was my first time ordering from them, and I had the replacement part within 5 days.

[V8Dom]

the factory are fantastic for parts. always fit, not as expensive as you think, and Andy has the part out in no time.

The best bit about owning these cars are the factory support. Many a time ive rung to ask advise and always helpful, always offering info and advise and always quick to deliver.

Dom

[macgtech]

Those aero catches won't work for the top latch. They are designed to be butted up against each other longitudinally only, whereas the top clam mates with the canopy from the top.

[GTRCLIVE]

Try a File there wonderfully devices..... :-)