| Subject: | Cranky front door latch |
| From: | John Goubeaux <john@UCSB.EDU> |
| Date: | Tue, 30 Nov 2010 22:55:18 -0800 |
Guys,
I have a front door that is starting to pop open while under way. Not
all the way open just the first detent of the latch mechanism. I have
tried adjusting the striker bar in and out, up and down but this does
not seem to help, so I am assuming that it is the latch spring that is
giving way. Why when it shuts fine is not clear to me. It's mighty
frustrating to have to constantly reach over ( it's the passenger side)
and pull the door shut again, while under way.
I'm hoping there is a work around to get it to stay, at least
temporarily ( wire, or a rag in the door jam?) as I have to make a road
trip and having the cold winter air coming in is not an exciting thought.
any thoughts appreciated!
-john