1954 convertible top front latch

[Ted K.]

Finally after about 5 years I am replacing the convertible top which I removed and took apart at that time. Unfortunately, I can't find the front latches, but I have a couple of trashed aftermarket hardtops that have what appears to be similar latches. I would greatly appreciate it if someone could provide a couple of pictures of the correct, front top latches on their 1954 convertible top.
Thanks

[Chris S.]

Re: 1954 convertible top front latch

here is what they look like - repro

http://www.alknochinteriors.com/_assets/img/products/large/53-55%20front%20latch%20on%20top.jpg

[Ted K.]

Re: 1954 convertible top front latch

Thanks, they are similar to the ones on the from the hard tops but not the same.
Do you or anyone else have a picture of one on the car with the top up and latched?
It would be helpful.
Thanks

[Eric F.]

Re: 1954 convertible top front latch

Ted,

Here's photos of both sides while latched. The left side shows a cotter pin which is incorrect. Original latches had solid pins rather than cotter pins where the parts join and pivot.

Hope this helps.

Eric

[Ted K.]

Re: 1954 convertible top front latch

Thank you very much for the picture. Sometimes it is worth more than a thousand words.
Thanks again, Ted