gb387
Active Member
We have replaced our 'beetle latch' on our ski locker a few times now. The part seems poorly designed for the task at hand. Be extremely careful when installing, it is VERY easy to close the ski locker with the new latch installed only to find out the catch won't clear the latch itself when trying to open leaving no other option but to break the brand new latch in order to open the ski locker and free your gear (been there done that). Check the fit and latch/catch clearance before securing the latch in the door of the ski locker.
I did lots and lots of research trying to find a better alternative but the way the hole(s) are cut into the fiberglass you are left to one option and it can get expensive. At round $90 dollars a pop from BRP I am posting this information in hopes it will help others save some money on this easy to break part. Do a search and look for the part, I was able to get two latches shipped for 80 dollars. I now keep a spare on hand!
This information is for the stainless steel version, they do make black and white ones that seem to be a little cheaper but don't look as good.
Brand: Southco
Part Number: MP-03-110-000
With a little creativity the stainless steel cover can be removed and it looks as if it may install directly over the black plastic version. Your mileage may vary on this option.
Hope this information helps others!
I did lots and lots of research trying to find a better alternative but the way the hole(s) are cut into the fiberglass you are left to one option and it can get expensive. At round $90 dollars a pop from BRP I am posting this information in hopes it will help others save some money on this easy to break part. Do a search and look for the part, I was able to get two latches shipped for 80 dollars. I now keep a spare on hand!
This information is for the stainless steel version, they do make black and white ones that seem to be a little cheaper but don't look as good.
Brand: Southco
Part Number: MP-03-110-000
With a little creativity the stainless steel cover can be removed and it looks as if it may install directly over the black plastic version. Your mileage may vary on this option.
Hope this information helps others!