WTB- Tailgate internal latch assembly

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Dec 6, 2011 | 12:13 PM

Zues1

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WTB- Tailgate internal latch assembly

Looking for "good condition" OEM internal tailgate latching hardware and handle for 73-79--100.
I purchased a set from LMC, total garbage.

Dec 9, 2011 | 03:07 AM

lostinfords

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I got 1 in NJ....

Dec 9, 2011 | 03:42 AM

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Looking for "good condition" OEM internal tailgate latching hardware and handle for 73-79 F100/350 Styleside.

Fixed it for ya.

Dec 9, 2011 | 07:02 AM

Zues1

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I got 1 in NJ....

Well alrighty then tell me more. Is this the complete set with the rods, clips, handle etc. What is the condition and asking price?

Dec 9, 2011 | 07:03 AM

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Fixed it for ya.

Thank you.

Dec 9, 2011 | 07:06 AM

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The rod's nylon clips are the same 1973/96 F100/350 and can be bought in the HELP section of autoparts stores. Were also used on some door latch rods of Passenger Cars, and...they're still available from Ford.

D9TZ-9943400-A (replaced D3TZ-9943400-A) .. Tailgate Handle Assy (does not include the rods or other attaching parts) / Obsolete

Last MSRP: $77.92 // Dealer net cost: $46.75 // Applications: 1973/79 F100/350 Stylesides.

D9TZ-9943400-A =

JST AUTOMOTIVE in Lebanon TN has ONE = 615-443-3086.

BEARTOOTH FORD in Columbus MT has ONE = 406-322-5346.

GREEN SALES CO. in Cincinnati OH has TWO = 800-543-4959.
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D3TZ-9943400-A =

WESLEY OBSOLETE PARTS in Liberty KY has TWO = 606-787-5293.

GREEN SALES CO. has ELEVEN.

Dec 9, 2011 | 07:13 AM

Zues1

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The rod's nylon clips are the same 1973/96 F100/350 and can be bought in the HELP section of autoparts stores. Were allso used on some door latch rods of Passenger Cars, and...they're still available from Ford.

Super news, thanks for the heads up.