Vent window latches

[Timber]

Does anyone know a source for the black ones? I'm missing one and the other is loose. I've seen the chrome ones in LMC but want to use the black ones if they are available new anywhere.

 

[BKubu]

I don't have a source, but you could bead blast the chrome and then paint them flat black.

 

[Timber]

I've got a blast cabinet but don't want to go that route if I don't have to.

 

[Timber]

I guess I could buy the chrome ones and blast only the "button" piece that will be outside the glass. That at least will keep the exterior chrome-free.

 

[jdeoliveira74]

looking also mine are shot got new rubbers for the vent windows also to stop the whistle while driving!

 

[HAWKMAN]

I have T/O vent knobs if that is the way you'd like to go...PM me for info. TX's

 

[Warthog]

www.classicparts.com has new window knobs and seals for the trucks. They have a set that has the black outside button, but has the chrome inside handle. $15

Item # 18-223B and 18-224B

 

[Timber]

Just ordered two. My kids are going to miss plugging that vent window hole with their finger when we run through the car wash.

 

[Warthog]

Let us know how the install goes. Maybe a How To with pictures?

 

[Timber]

I can do that. I can tint windows, and many years ago I did the glass on a previous K5. I took the vent latches off for better access to the glass but when I put them back on, they no longer locked. So I'll find installation instructions if they don't come with them so I can do a better job this time and post up the results.

 

[Timber]

They showed up a few days ago and came with an exploded view so you can see how to put them together, I trial fitted them in my hands and it was easy-peasy. But I redid the door panels (again) this weekend and replaced the starter to get ready for a camping trip next weekend. I'll make pics when I get back.

 

[Timber]

It doesn't get much easier than this.