The hook latch is still made by Hehr, and is available from either All-Rite
http://www.all-rite-ca.com or Hehr at 517-845-3061. They are painted
red, as they are nowadays used on windows as escape releases. The paint
comes off easy with stripper, and I Zolotone painted them along with the
originals I had (and the window openers).
The screen clips I got from the hardware store in the screen door/window
section. Made by Prime-Line. The are the exact size and die-cast
material as the Hehr originals, but lack the thumb wing raised outside
rib. Can't tell unless you are looking real hard.
RJ
'65 Caravel
> Robert / Susan Harper wrote:
>
> Parts request:
>
> I'm missing one each of my window latches and screen retainers. Does
> anyone have any extras or know if any originals are available
> anywhere? These are from Hehr windows.
> There are 2 latches per window on bottom, a pivoting hook type latch.
> The base measures 3" long, and the length of the moving arm is around
> 2 5/8", measuring from the center of the pivot to the end of the arm.
> Cast zinc. On side of handle it says "HEHR MFG. CO. L.A. CAL." Want
> original part, not substitute.
> The screen retainer clip is cast zinc also, a small cylinder with a
> thumb wing. There are 4/window, 2 top and 2 bottom. There is a spring
> in the barrel - screw goes through.
>
> I have some '62 parts I'd be willing to trade or just give away if
> anyone can use them. Someone asked about light fixture shades/grills,
> and I have decided not to use the originals. First dibs to the person
> who has already asked. Most of my excess stuff is old interior parts,
> and much of it was not in very good shape. There are some plumbing
> items, the original porcelain toilet and holding tank, fiberglass tub
> (needs repair), other odds and ends. Please contact me directly if any
> of this sounds of interest, and thanks for any leads on the 2 needed
> parts mentioned.
>
> Bob Harper
> '62 Globe Trotter in SC
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>
