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Broken striker plate

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#1 ·
I have been doing some finishing touches on my MKII. The driver's side door has not been latching properly which I know is a known issue. I found the striker plate was moving causing part of the issue so I decided to tighten it. I must have tightened too hard breaking the nut and part of the bolt that protrudes from the plate. Any ideas on how to fix without having to order a new set?
Thanks
 
#4 ·
Door latch mod: Chris (CCRsAC) posted a great how-to here: Door latch mods for greater reliability and function This is a cheap and easy mod and will prevent you from damaging your door latches and they will operate smoother. HIGHLY recommend!


Clifnotes version:
  • 6/32 machine screw to re-enforce knob
  • chamfer the hole for the pin in the striker post (I also lightly filed the edges of the post)
  • carriage bolt and nyloc nut through the lever mechanism
  • carefully file a little off of the latch stop to allow full retraction
  • thoroughly lubricate with lithium grease and hit it with WD-40 in a couple spots the grease won't penetrate
  • remove the extra spring
 
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