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Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: where to get center console door latches

Posted by dcalvano on 07/28/10 - 6:21 PM

Dose anyone know where to get center console door latches. I tried a couple & they were all to long. I need the type with the wheels,,'

Thanks

Posted by Joe Kriz on 07/28/10 - 6:27 PM

And what boat are we talking about...

No questions can be answered without this information.

Posted by modenacart on 07/29/10 - 9:47 AM

I got mine from West Marine.

Posted by dcalvano on 07/31/10 - 8:35 PM

Sorry I have a 1982 17' Montauk..

Posted by Joe Kriz on 07/31/10 - 8:39 PM

dcalvano,

There were only two types that I am aware of.
1. Plastic
2. Brass

Photos and information are available in the Part Photos link on the left sidebar.

Brass is the replacement for the plastic version.
http://www.whalercentral.com/photogal...hoto_id=28

Edited by Joe Kriz on 07/31/10 - 8:40 PM

Posted by dcalvano on 08/03/10 - 5:32 PM

Joe You Rock!!

Thanks a Mill....

Posted by mattgeiger on 08/04/10 - 6:16 AM

Thanks for bringing this topic up. My doors both pop open in rougher water and it's bugged me so much I keep them locked, which is a hassle to get anything, plus my fire ext is in there. For whatever reason I forget once I'm home.

I ordered "cabinet catches" here, size 1-11/16", for $2.95 each set
http://www.sailboatstuff.com/cb_latch...chasp.html

2 sets + priority USPS = $11.95

Posted by egerrity on 08/04/10 - 10:02 AM

I recentily replaced my brass latch on my 1991 Montauk. The doors still pop open in rough short chop. I wonder if they just need to be adjusted. I think I ordered the new one from a cabinet place that someone on WC reccommended. Is it possible they are not strong enough. They were almost the same size as the old ones.

Posted by Joe Kriz on 08/04/10 - 10:20 AM

The ones we have in the Part Photos link is the same one that Matt has in his link. (Finnegan's Comment)

They have 2 adjustable screws on the springs for the balls of the closer. Tighten them just enough so they don't pop open in choppy water.

Posted by egerrity on 08/04/10 - 10:30 AM

#10

Thanks Joe
Wow. I never even looked at them that close. Will take a look and report back. If the T-storms Stay away tonight I may go out for a spin.