different type hatch handle

[doug hodder]

I've used the typical T handle on the last 3 tears, but got a 40 Ford deck lid handle for this one. It's an aftermarket unit. What's nice is that it has the license plate light built into it, also has a stainless flap with a chevron pattern that flips over the key hole. The correct light socket required Mike Ahearn doing some hunting for me, but the rest of the parts are readily available. License plate bracket is also a 40 Ford. I did have to modify the internal parts a bit to get it to swing enough to work the rods, as well as the base a bit since it is getting mounted on a flat surface. I think the curve would work perfectly on a hatch curve like on the Trailer for 2 profile, just an idea.

3rd light is from a 48 Plymouth, I had to make a sub-base for it to match the curve of the casting. It will all be faired into the hatch using epoxy for a fillet all around it. The base was a hassle to make. I doctored up a cheap "beehive" type clearance light to go behind the glass lens. Yes, I know, I need a plate frame. Doug

[jdarkoregon]

You have spared nothing, Be careful, people will actually think it is as old as the chrome

John

[Juneaudave]

Doug..Doug...Doug...Your just having too much fun with this!!!! The details are really making the whole package come together!!!! Love your creative ideas!!!

[prohandyman]

Holy cow....and the bar goes higher and higher! Nice work...again!

[halfdome, Danny]

It looks nice Doug , all of it . I wonder how much stress will be on the handle & wrist to twist and lift the hatch. Are you planning on another aid to lift the hatch? Jane complained on mine and I put a cup handle for the other hand. Danny
It just to the right of the "T" handle.

[doug hodder]

Good point Danny....it's not so much for lifting, as it is for locking. I'll just open it, lift a little with the handle and then lift on the hatch body, same as I do on the others. Some helper springs may be arranged, kinda checking that out, not sure if I can do a gas shock on it because of the cabinets. If all else fails, I could do a dedicated lift handle, I guess that's the trade off for using this handle.

Dave...yup...I am having a good time with it all. Doug

[satch]

I think you teasing us, looks great (as always)

[doug hodder]

Danny...sorry I couldn't see the lift handle you mentioned...the reflection was too much for the computer screen!!! Yours looks great!!! that was what, an hour or 2 of polishing??? Doug

[halfdome, Danny]

Danny...sorry I couldn't see the lift handle you mentioned...the reflection was too much for the computer screen!!! Yours looks great!!! that was what, an hour or 2 of polishing??? Doug

How about 3 or 4 weeks of polishing . Never again, I've put this one to bed. There is nothing else to do on it.
Here it is I got it at Home Depot. It mounts from the rear with 2 machine screws. Danny

[mikeschn]

Danny,

I'll take it off your hands so you have the room to start a new project. Sounds like you are ready for one!!!

Mike...

Danny...sorry I couldn't see the lift handle you mentioned...the reflection was too much for the computer screen!!! Yours looks great!!! that was what, an hour or 2 of polishing??? Doug

How about 3 or 4 weeks of polishing . Never again, I've put this one to bed. There is nothing else to do on it. I'll look for a link to that handle. Danny

[halfdome, Danny]

Danny,

I'll take it off your hands so you have the room to start a new project. Sounds like you are ready for one!!!

Mike...

Danny...sorry I couldn't see the lift handle you mentioned...the reflection was too much for the computer screen!!! Yours looks great!!! that was what, an hour or 2 of polishing??? Doug

How about 3 or 4 weeks of polishing . Never again, I've put this one to bed. There is nothing else to do on it. I'll look for a link to that handle. Danny

Mike, you'll have to deal with Jane on that one . My plan is to start another 5'x10' next week, same profile but no aluminum on the sides. This one won't be insulated to save on weight and to get it finished in 2 months or less. Danny