rear hatch problem/idea?
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rear hatch problem/idea?
ok like many before me I ran into a problem with my back hatch, I dont know the actual problem of what is really happening
So instead of wasting time to diagnose it, I was wondering is there a way to install a manual operated hatch instead of this power one, not sure if manual is the proper name but I would want it exactly like a normal trunk where I could just close it regularly and not have to worry about it being pulled down or not being pulled down etc. I feel it would save some weight to the car(not much) but mostly it will save me headaches of knowing that something as simple as the trunk is going to close all the time
thanks guys
Carl
So instead of wasting time to diagnose it, I was wondering is there a way to install a manual operated hatch instead of this power one, not sure if manual is the proper name but I would want it exactly like a normal trunk where I could just close it regularly and not have to worry about it being pulled down or not being pulled down etc. I feel it would save some weight to the car(not much) but mostly it will save me headaches of knowing that something as simple as the trunk is going to close all the time
thanks guys
Carl
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Car: 1984 Trans Am
Engine: LT1
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt w/ 4.10 gears
I have an extra non-power hatch release. It still pops open py pushing the button, but isn't motorized. PM me if you're interested.
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Car: 1991 Camaro RS
Engine: 5.0 liter
Transmission: stick
I had that problem in my 86 camaro. (I have a 91 RS now that has a working motor right now, though)
This is what I did.
I heard that you couldn't put a manual one in because it bolts different. I could be wrong though.
However, mine worked enough to where I could shut it, where it would latch and lock then, I just cut the wires, disabling the motor. Worked until I sold the 86, 2 years later.
This is what I did.
I heard that you couldn't put a manual one in because it bolts different. I could be wrong though.
However, mine worked enough to where I could shut it, where it would latch and lock then, I just cut the wires, disabling the motor. Worked until I sold the 86, 2 years later.
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