Date:         Tue, 6 Jul 2004 12:43:14 -0400
Reply-To:     Sam Walters <sam.cooks@VERIZON.NET>
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From:         Sam Walters <sam.cooks@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: sliding window latches
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After many failures using screwdrivers, I was recently able to loosen
the screw to remove a broken latch, loosen  the screw from the latch on
a parts van window (still installed), and reinstall the good latch using
a screw driver bit and a pair of pliers as the "tool."

I did see a ratchet type screwdriver kit with lots of bits, etc. that
had a flexible connection that would attach to the handle and hold
screwdriver bits, but the price (about $27 at Target) and the fact that
I already have all the parts but the flexible connector, prompted me to
try one more time and I finally solved it as described above.

If the screw is in there then you should be able to get the bit in the
hole and turn until it goes into the slot.  Then tighten.

Good luck,

Sam

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Sam Walters
Baltimore, MD

89 Syncro GL
85 Westy Weekender

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