{"title":"1940-1947 Ford Truck Door Latches and Accessories","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bolt-on-bear-jaw-latches-for-1940-47-ford-truck-altman-easy-latch","title":"1940-1947 Ford Truck Door Latches - Altman Easy Latch™","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-quick-info\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number: AEL-FT4047\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1940–1947 Ford Trucks\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCompatible with 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946 and 1947 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Altman Easy Latch™ kit is a vehicle-specific, bolt-on rotary claw latch system. Each kit is engineered to work with your factory exterior and interior handles, as well as the original door lock cylinders, ensuring proper function and integration.\n\nContoured jamb plates are designed to match your vehicle’s door profile for accurate fitment. All components are zinc plated for corrosion resistance, with case-hardened internal claws for long-term durability.\n\nEach kit includes everything needed for two doors: vehicle-specific latches, jamb plates, striker plates, stainless steel striker bolts, templates, hardware, and detailed instructions.\n\nThe result is a smoother, more secure, and consistent door closing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-problems\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDoors won’t stay closed securely\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcessive rattling while driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMisaligned or worn factory latch components\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDoors require slamming to shut\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInconsistent latch engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgrade to the Altman Easy Latch — a modern rotary claw system that eliminates rattles and delivers smooth, consistent door closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific bolt-on design\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRotary claw latch mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eImproved latch engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eZinc-plated components for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes all required hardware and templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notes\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eImportant Fitment \u0026amp; Installation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \n   \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003eInterior Locking:\u003c\/strong\u003e This latch does not allow you to lock the vehicle from the inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-installation\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cul style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cutting wheel\/air saw, rivet nut setter, drill, general hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/0976\/8762\/files\/1940-47_Ford_Truck_Altman_Easy_Latch_Instructions_5d9117ce-7408-4b30-a70f-aecba55aedb2.pdf?v=1706820102\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload \/ View Installation Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Trique Mfg.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7185121935418,"sku":"AEL-FT4047","price":384.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/0976\/8762\/files\/1940-47_Ford_Truck_2_-_Altman_Easy_Latch.jpg?v=1721920092"}],"url":"https:\/\/triquemfg.com\/collections\/1940-1947-ford-truck-door-latches-and-accessories.oembed","provider":"Trique Mfg","version":"1.0","type":"link"}