tailgate latch

Skipanellin · Post by **Skipanellin** » Thu Sep 03, 2015 9:01 am

Can someone tell me what was typically used to put through the tailgate lugs to keep it shut?

Thanks

Post by **wesk** » Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:03 am

Look in ORD 9 SNL G-740 M38 Parts Manual on page 293 right below "Gate Assy" are two each Nuts, Bolts & Screws. Sizes are given there.

southpw · Post by **southpw** » Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:11 am

I believe it was a 3/8 - 16 NC X 1.25" long Hex head bolt with 3/8 washer and self locking nut
1 per side.

southpw · Post by **southpw** » Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:12 am

Wes, you are correct and faster than me haha.

Post by **wesk** » Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:16 am

It helps to encourage the use of the parts manual. It took me less than 3 seconds to open to the correct page.

southpw · Post by **southpw** » Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:18 am

Such a handy tool. It was the first thing I bought after I brought home my M38. Then came Ryans Reference Guide.