View Poll Results: Do you want an alarm hatch latch body?
I have no need/desire for an alarm latch body.
6
25.00%
I would replace a broken one with a stock non- alarm version
2
8.33%
I would be willing to spend up to $200- on an alarm capable latch body.
12
50.00%
I would be prepared to spend between $200- to $250- on an alarm latch body
2
8.33%
I would be willing to spend $250- to $300- on an alrm latch body.
3
12.50%
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Any interest in a replacement alarm style hatch latch body?
#1
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Replacement alarm style hatch latch body - UPDATE Post 28
Following the fracture of my alarm equipped hatch latch body I started to investigate getting an alternative one made after I had difficulty obtaining a second-hand replacement.
I have had a firm investigate the following options with only the first being cost - effective:
1 - Cast a replacement body based on the original that incorporates some strengthening modifications and is of a better material.
2 - CNC a replica out of a solid block of a suitable material.
3 - 3D print a metal replica using laser sintering technology.
Before I leap in and get a batch made I would like to see if there is a need / desire out there for an alternative to the factory part.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS MY INTENT TO SUPPLY THE BODY ONLY AND THAT THE LATCH MECHANISM, LOCK AND COVER PLATE BE TRANSFERRED FROM YOUR EXISTING LATCH BODY.
If demand warrants it I intend to offer these through interested established vendors (if any).
A quick look on a vendors site shows that stock non-alarm units are over $140- and (non-keyed to VIN) alarm units are over $350-
Myles
(PS I have run this past a moderator to ensure no breach of forum rules has taken place).
I have had a firm investigate the following options with only the first being cost - effective:
1 - Cast a replacement body based on the original that incorporates some strengthening modifications and is of a better material.
2 - CNC a replica out of a solid block of a suitable material.
3 - 3D print a metal replica using laser sintering technology.
Before I leap in and get a batch made I would like to see if there is a need / desire out there for an alternative to the factory part.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS MY INTENT TO SUPPLY THE BODY ONLY AND THAT THE LATCH MECHANISM, LOCK AND COVER PLATE BE TRANSFERRED FROM YOUR EXISTING LATCH BODY.
If demand warrants it I intend to offer these through interested established vendors (if any).
A quick look on a vendors site shows that stock non-alarm units are over $140- and (non-keyed to VIN) alarm units are over $350-
Myles
(PS I have run this past a moderator to ensure no breach of forum rules has taken place).
Last edited by 928Myles; 07-23-2014 at 03:27 AM. Reason: Update
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Myles - My vote (have no need) is based on how things currently stand. On that basis, I also have no need for a new radiator. Since no one knows what tomorrow may bring, I'm always in favor of new sources for parts.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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Most owners of later model 928s could use this part - even though not everybody might be aware of it.
What's critical is that it is made to last better than the stock part - nobody wants to plunk down a few hundred $$$s only to see it break again after a short time.
What's critical is that it is made to last better than the stock part - nobody wants to plunk down a few hundred $$$s only to see it break again after a short time.
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There is a reasonable amount of 'room' to strengthen the existing design within its outer bounds and useing a better aluminium alloy will certainly help here too. The original has a VERY low melting point and is quite brittle.
Myles
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I have heard of two main breakage points for these - across the 'base' and on the side of the protruding piece.
Myles
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The part I am trying to make is the one that attaches to the hatch and contains the lock and latch. It protrudes down from the hatch and slots into the receiver that the release mechanism operates.
I have heard of two main breakage points for these - across the 'base' and on the side of the protruding piece.
Myles
A visule aid so to speak.
Last edited by MjRocket; 07-02-2014 at 11:07 AM.
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