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Glove locker magnetic catches

Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2015 10:31 am
by patrickhowell
Anybody know a source of new catches; alternatively can you suggest an adaptation to eliminate a very irritating habit of flying open? I have looked at cupboard catches, but they all seem the wrong size for the mounting holes. I have a 1971 Traveller.

Re: Glove locker magnetic catches

Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2015 12:44 pm
by ASL642
Try fitting the magnetic kitchen cupboard catches available from the likes of B&Q & Wickes. The original ones are no longer made unless you might find some at an autojumble or post a request in the Wanted section if you want original.

Re: Glove locker magnetic catches

Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2015 6:18 pm
by aupickup
there was 2 on ebay last week went for £4.00

Re: Glove locker magnetic catches

Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2015 9:45 pm
by bmcecosse
They lose power over time, so no point buying on ebay. Look for neodymium magnets on ebay, VERY strong....and cheap.

Re: Glove locker magnetic catches

Posted: Thu Jul 02, 2015 10:52 am
by mike.perry
Another example of cost cutting. The Series MM had the same shape lid but with a secure button release latch. Perhaps you could fit the MM catch