How Thick Can a Trailer Door Be to Use Full Size Locking Steel Flush Door Latch, # L3980

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I would like to change my current side door locktraditional cam bar-lever Will I be able to use this lock to achieve this conversion. I have a 6X12 enclosed trailer. 2009 Lenmark-single axle

asked by: Nakia J

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Provided that the doors on your trailer can accept the required 3-3/8 inch x 4-5/8 inch hole needed to mount the Full Size Locking Steel Flush Door Latch, # L3980, and that the door are less than 1-1/16 inches thick, you will be able to use this locking door latch.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I spoke with the manufacturer and they told me the depth of this door latch, product #L3980, from the recessed area to the housing area is 1 inch. The depth from top of the latch to the bottom is 1-3/4 inches. This door latch mounts in 3-3/8 inch x…

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Answer 2

The Redline Flush Mounted Door Latch, #L3980, will mount in a door that has a 3-3/8 x 4-5/8 inch mounting hole. This latch is rust proof and will attach to the door using screws instead of pop rivets. If this latch cannot fit into your door's…

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Answer 3

I spoke with my contact at Dexter and he said the 21-37 oil cap is obsolete and was replaced with the 21-36 oil cap, #RG04-270. This cap includes the o-ring and plug.

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Answer 4

The Bargman L-300 lock is no longer manufactured so a direct replacement lock is not available. The Redline Full Size Locking Steel Flush Door Latch #L3980 that you referenced has a similar handle lock design and should work nicely as a replacement.…

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Answer 5

34 inch frame hitch fits are for the cab and chassis model trucks. The part #C15312 does not fit cab and chassis model trucks so it would not be a fit for a 34 inch frame. The part #C15800 is an example of a Curt hitch that does fit a 34 inch wide…

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Answer 6

I might have an option for you but we don't offer any flush door latches with an extended striker. However, the Full Size Locking Steel Flush Door Latch part #L3980 matches your door cutout at 4-5/8" long x 3-3/8" so this is our best…

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Answer 7

For the size you listed it sounds like you need a full-sized door latch like the part #L3980 that mounts in door openings that are 3-3/8" x 4-5/8" hole. This is a very common door latch seen on horse trailer as well.

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Answer 8

The appropriate torque spec for any application will vary depending on the construction of the wheel as well as on the stud size. I suggest checking the wheels you're using to see if their manufacturer has a suggested torque rating. Steel trailer…

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