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Posted by skeletor1987 (Member # 6597) on :
 
hey guys i have a 1987 lx hatch, but when i close the hatch it will not latch. so i was wondering what the probleme would be? thanks for the help!
 

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Posted by 89FoxLX (Member # 7197) on :
 
i got the same problem. your striker is probably just worn out. i just ordered a new one from 50resto.com for $32.95 plus shipping. for now i just rip a piece or cardboard or fold up some paper and wrap it around the striker. it will last for a few openings and then would have to replace it.
 

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Posted by uh0h50 (Member # 3125) on :
 
sup man. take a look at the striker on the latch. (where the hatchback itself will secure itself to). looks like a plastic ring, which in your case might be cracked or missing.

 

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Posted by skeletor1987 (Member # 6597) on :
 
where do you think i could get just that plastic peice?
 

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Posted by 89FoxLX (Member # 7197) on :
 
if you want just that piece youll probably have to look at a junkyard, otherwise buy the whole striker.
 

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Posted by MPP*formerly t-top50* (Member # 2735) on :
 
for the striker I would try the junk yard. The other problem is the lock.
 

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Posted by skeletor1987 (Member # 6597) on :
 
what do you mean the other problem is the lock?
 

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Posted by v-town50 (Member # 4920) on :
 
i have the same problem with my car, i just used some duct tape and wrapped it. havent had a problem since and its been almost a year
 

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