Xtra cab Quarter Window Latch Repair

redruM69 · 02-09-2012, 05:30 PM

Get em here guys! http://www.ebay.com/itm/330710209564
If you dont use eBay:
http://dasherdeals.ecrater.com (Enter the code "tacopivot" during checkout for free shipping!!)

Hi guys,
New here. I'm here to gauge level of interest in replacement billet aluminum quarter window latch hinge pivots.

I've designed the part in CAD, and I have had a few prototypes laser cut. They work awesome!
I'm now working on getting them in bulk to sell. 200 units total, probably around a month. I'll be selling for around $10 a pair, or $6 each. (Introductory price, they are now $9.99 each)

AFAIK (Please correct me if I am wrong here!) there was a guy making these for a while, but I hear he disappeared. I also heard his service wasn't so great, and that his part rattled. I have designed my part with a extra snug fit on the pins, so they shouldn't rattle.

I have a well established eBay Top Rated Power Seller account with 100% positive feedback, and can be trusted. (eBay ID DasherDeals)

Let me know if you're interested guys. I'll announce news as I get it!

Thanks,
JJ

Mods: Feel free to move this thread if I'm out of bounds.

UPDATE 2/11/12:
I've ordered my first 200 units this eve. Should have them in on or around the 22nd of this month!

UPDATE 2/14/12:
Installation video is up:
Youtube video

UPDATE 2/22/12:
Machining was delayed due to lack of material. 27-28th is the new ETA.

UPDATE 2/29/12:
Here they are! http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI...m=330695187582

UPDATE 3/6/12:
Clarified introductory price. I apologize for the confusion!

UPDATE 4/28/2012:
New link to purchase: http://www.ebay.com/itm/230783218338

01Tac0ma · 02-09-2012, 07:07 PM

Subd for future reference, mine are broke so i may get some of these in the future

TheMike515 · 02-10-2012, 04:56 AM

I'm totally in for a set!

Madjik_Man · 02-10-2012, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 01Tac0ma

Subd for future reference

+1

Question to the mods/admin.

If this thread gets moved (to the vendor or marketplace section) and I'm subbed to the thread, will I still be able to access it?

oliverlove · 02-10-2012, 06:17 AM

Yes, please make these!!!

crimsonred2004 · 02-10-2012, 07:23 AM

How easy is it to get the pins out of the latch and bracket? Does the latch have to be taken out of the truck to do the replacement? Thanks

Killer · 02-10-2012, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crimsonred2004

How easy is it to get the pins out of the latch and bracket? Does the latch have to be taken out of the truck to do the replacement? Thanks

x2

redruM69 · 02-10-2012, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crimsonred2004

How easy is it to get the pins out of the latch and bracket? Does the latch have to be taken out of the truck to do the replacement? Thanks

Pretty easy. About 4-5 minutes each All you need is a hammer/punch, pair of channel locks, and a Phillips. the plastic panel does not need to be removed. The window half of the latch is easily removed with a phillips, just to make the job a little easier. the other half of the latch stays in place.
I'll have an instructional video soon, before I market them.

s13bdafocker · 02-10-2012, 10:20 AM

You are the shit . I was going to make my own but these look amazing .. I want a set ASAP please

scocar · 02-10-2012, 02:22 PM

Yes, do this, please. I was going to get the other guy's until I heard about qaulity and customer service problems.

Everybody's are broken, so theoretically, everyone will buy them if you have your act together! Great price, too.

01Yota · 02-10-2012, 03:21 PM

I'd be interested myself. Great product

MLB YOTA · 02-10-2012, 04:49 PM

My prayers have been answered lol

. I would be interested

x2468 · 02-10-2012, 04:57 PM

Andrew H · 02-10-2012, 05:00 PM

Couldn't believe how much the dealership wanted to fix my rear window when I had a first gen.

Good job making these.

redruM69 · 02-11-2012, 07:40 PM

UPDATE:
I've ordered my first 200 units this eve. Should have them in on or around the 22nd of this month!

Snowman · 02-11-2012, 07:42 PM

Stupid question. Do they just break?
I cant remember the last time my rear windows were opened so the latches are fine.

MLB YOTA · 02-11-2012, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snowman

Stupid question. Do they just break?
I cant remember the last time my rear windows were opened so the latches are fine.

Both of mine broke when I opened the windows and tried to latch them back. No force behind it they just shattered.

Snowman · 02-11-2012, 07:49 PM

The piece in the middle just broke? I just want to know what to look for so I dont end up with a floppy window! haha

redruM69 · 02-11-2012, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snowman

The piece in the middle just broke? I just want to know what to look for so I dont end up with a floppy window! haha

Yep, poor design by Toyota. Its the little black plastic dogbone shaped piece in the middle. They always break, and seem to always break at the same spot. If you are SUPER careful with them, they may last. Some people zip-tie them back together, but I figured a more permanent solution would be better.
Aluminum > Plastic

Snowman · 02-11-2012, 07:57 PM

I will keep you in mind if mine break. Since I rarely use the windows, they could be ready to go now!

02-09-2012, 05:30 PM	#1
redruM69 [OP] Member Name: JJ Joined: Feb 2012, #72501 Location: Utah Gender: Male Posts: 41 04 SR5 2004 Xtra Cab Manual 3" Leveling kit Aluminum Window Latch Pivots :)	Xtra cab Quarter Window Latch Repair Get em here guys! http://www.ebay.com/itm/330710209564 If you dont use eBay: http://dasherdeals.ecrater.com (Enter the code "tacopivot" during checkout for free shipping!!) Hi guys, New here. I'm here to gauge level of interest in replacement billet aluminum quarter window latch hinge pivots. I've designed the part in CAD, and I have had a few prototypes laser cut. They work awesome! I'm now working on getting them in bulk to sell. 200 units total, probably around a month. I'll be selling for around $10 a pair, or $6 each. (Introductory price, they are now $9.99 each) AFAIK (Please correct me if I am wrong here!) there was a guy making these for a while, but I hear he disappeared. I also heard his service wasn't so great, and that his part rattled. I have designed my part with a extra snug fit on the pins, so they shouldn't rattle. I have a well established eBay Top Rated Power Seller account with 100% positive feedback, and can be trusted. (eBay ID DasherDeals) Let me know if you're interested guys. I'll announce news as I get it! Thanks, JJ Mods: Feel free to move this thread if I'm out of bounds. UPDATE 2/11/12: I've ordered my first 200 units this eve. Should have them in on or around the 22nd of this month! UPDATE 2/14/12: Installation video is up: Youtube video UPDATE 2/22/12: Machining was delayed due to lack of material. 27-28th is the new ETA. UPDATE 2/29/12: Here they are! http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI...m=330695187582 UPDATE 3/6/12: Clarified introductory price. I apologize for the confusion! UPDATE 4/28/2012: New link to purchase: http://www.ebay.com/itm/230783218338

02-09-2012, 07:07 PM	#2
01Tac0ma ┌П┐(◉_◉)┌П┐ Name: Chad Joined: Jun 2010, #38782 Location: Columbia, SC Age: 20 Gender: Male Posts: 4,435 01 Tacoma TRD 4x4 2001 Xtra Cab Manual 3.4 v6 Look at build!	Subd for future reference, mine are broke so i may get some of these in the future __________________ Toyota....The name of Quality! TTORA Rig of the month May, 2012 BUILD Need skids.. Go Here!

02-10-2012, 04:56 AM	#3
TheMike515 Member Joined: Dec 2011, #68671 Location: Phoenix AZ Gender: Male Posts: 82	I'm totally in for a set! __________________ 2002 3.4L Access Cab TRD

02-10-2012, 10:20 AM	#9
s13bdafocker Senior Member Name: Daniel Joined: Sep 2011, #63103 Location: Lake Havasu City Age: 29 Gender: Male Posts: 169 2002 Taco TRD SR5 4x4 2002 Xtra Cab Manual 3.4 3'' lift with 33'' tires and a high lift jack thats all rite now	You are the shit . I was going to make my own but these look amazing .. I want a set ASAP please __________________ The Drift Build http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/oth...ift-build.html

02-10-2012, 04:49 PM	#12
MLB YOTA Young Gun Name: Marshall Joined: Jul 2010, #39693 Location: Martinsville, VA Age: 20 Gender: Male Posts: 159 Toyota Tacoma 4X4 2001 Xtra Cab Manual 2.7 3" Pro Comp lift, Truxedo tonneau cover, brush bar, Sony Xplod cd player and Memphis speakers, 8" Dual Sub, JDM black tail lights, black headlights, corners, and turn signals, aFe pro dry S air filter, Deck plate, etc.	My prayers have been answered lol . I would be interested __________________

02-10-2012, 06:17 AM	#5
oliverlove Senior Member Name: Oliver Joined: May 2010, #36724 Location: Laguna Vista, TX Gender: Male Posts: 134 01 SR5 Ext Cab 2001 Xtra Cab Automatic	Yes, please make these!!!

02-10-2012, 07:23 AM	#6
crimsonred2004 X-wing Design Engineer Name: Bob'O' Joined: Feb 2010, #31885 Location: MI Gender: Male Posts: 52 02 Limited TRD Xtracab V6 4X4 2002 Xtra Cab Automatic 3.4L V6	How easy is it to get the pins out of the latch and bracket? Does the latch have to be taken out of the truck to do the replacement? Thanks

02-10-2012, 03:21 PM	#11
01Yota Senior Member Name: Jonathan Joined: Aug 2011, #62206 Location: Kentucky Gender: Male Posts: 272 2003 toyota tacoma 4x4 Little monster truck 2003 Xtra Cab Manual 2.7	I'd be interested myself. Great product

02-10-2012, 04:57 PM	#13
x2468 Senior Member Joined: Jul 2009, #19879 Location: Tallahassee Age: 24 Gender: Male Posts: 1,487 '02 TRD 4wd V6 Xcab Sr5 2002 Xtra Cab Automatic V6	__________________ Front: OME 90004 with 881s Rear: Bilstein 5100 Shocks, Wheelers Off-Road AAL, Timbrens ,Grey Wire Mod, Air Horn (previous owner.... but it's nice to have )

02-10-2012, 05:00 PM	#14
Andrew H What is this "search" you speak of? Joined: Nov 2008, #10545 Location: Dirty Tucson Age: 27 Gender: Male Posts: 4,767 2010DCSB4X4TRDORMGM 2010 Automatic 4.0L V6 See build thread.	Couldn't believe how much the dealership wanted to fix my rear window when I had a first gen. Good job making these. __________________ My Build

02-11-2012, 07:40 PM	#15
redruM69 [OP] Member Name: JJ Joined: Feb 2012, #72501 Location: Utah Gender: Male Posts: 41 04 SR5 2004 Xtra Cab Manual 3" Leveling kit Aluminum Window Latch Pivots :)	UPDATE: I've ordered my first 200 units this eve. Should have them in on or around the 22nd of this month!

02-11-2012, 07:42 PM	#16
Snowman I have a problem for your solution… Name: Craig Joined: Sep 2010, #42917 Location: Hali, NS Gender: Dude Posts: 1,294 '04 TRD SR5 4x4 2004 Xtra Cab Automatic Check out my build!	Stupid question. Do they just break? I cant remember the last time my rear windows were opened so the latches are fine. __________________ Click here to check out my build!

02-11-2012, 07:49 PM	#18
Snowman I have a problem for your solution… Name: Craig Joined: Sep 2010, #42917 Location: Hali, NS Gender: Dude Posts: 1,294 '04 TRD SR5 4x4 2004 Xtra Cab Automatic Check out my build!	The piece in the middle just broke? I just want to know what to look for so I dont end up with a floppy window! haha __________________ Click here to check out my build!

02-11-2012, 07:57 PM	#20
Snowman I have a problem for your solution… Name: Craig Joined: Sep 2010, #42917 Location: Hali, NS Gender: Dude Posts: 1,294 '04 TRD SR5 4x4 2004 Xtra Cab Automatic Check out my build!	I will keep you in mind if mine break. Since I rarely use the windows, they could be ready to go now! __________________ Click here to check out my build!

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