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Originally Posted by Ironangel
I just replace all three, get reacquainted with door locks and ignition switches. Less than $30... https://www.classicparts.com/1967-72.../#.UmaFKsgkzTo PS. I have a Counterpart 53-480 in my hand that say's "Made in Taiwan" that does a good job of replacing the OEM or NOS stuff. |
Michael,
I respectfully disagree on the overseas locks being as good as the OEM or NOS, or being a good replacement for them. I have disassembled some of them and the tumblers and springs used in them are inferior to anything made in the US or Mexico. Classic Parts used to sell the "Classic Auto Locks" CL-104 sets which are just as good as OEM and they are made in Mexico. I'm sure they quit selling the CL-104 because they can get the Counterpart sets a lot cheaper. Yes, the Classic Auto Lock sets are $10 more but they are well worth it. Speedway sells the CL-104 sets and I can tell you for a fact that all of the internal parts in those locks are 100% interchangeable with the original and OEM GM locks for our trucks.....
https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Class...GM,116526.html
Buy these and forget about the overseas lock sets. You won't regret it. You may find them cheaper from other suppliers, shop around.
Just my 46 years of Locksmith experience 2¢ worth.
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