This Altman Easy Latch kit is a vehicle-specific, bolt-on bear jaw rotary claw door latch system designed for 1953–1956 Ford F-100 trucks. It replaces worn factory latches with a modern, secure design that allows the doors to open and close smoothly without slamming, while matching the quality of a properly restored or custom-built truck.
This is not a universal latch kit. Each latch and contoured jam plate is engineered specifically for the factory door structure to ensure proper alignment and reliable operation. The rotary claw latches are designed to work with the original exterior handles, interior handles, and exterior door lock cylinders. All latch components are zinc plated for corrosion resistance, and the internal latch claws are case hardened and zinc plated for long-term durability.
Each kit includes everything required to complete both doors, along with templates and detailed installation instructions. No welding is required.
Features:
• Vehicle-specific bolt-on design
• No welding required
• Works with factory exterior and interior handles, exterior lock cylinders
• Case-hardened latch claws
• Zinc-plated components for corrosion resistance
• Stainless steel striker pins and bolts
• Includes latch plates, striker plates, templates, hardware, and instructions
• Complete kit for both doors
Note: The Altman Easy Latch kit does not allow the doors to be locked from the inside unless power lock actuators are installed.