i am thinking of reproducing a new part for VW's and i want to get all the feedback i can from the list. the problem: safari window latches where out after 30 + years of use. the base, which is made out of 2 piece, breaks. the pot metal base and the steal shaft get loose and either break or bend. NOS right side complete latchs are available for about $50 each. left sides are obsolete and if found, sell for about $100 each. what i want to do: i can get the bases reproduced here in california. they would be made out of steal and be one piece. the final produce would have a quality chrome job (triple plated) on it and be EXACT repro's of the original German latch base. My idea is that people could buy my bases and switch out there old loose units. The projected cost would be about $25 each. i think there is a need and a market. What i need from you all: input. what do you all think. in your opinions, would this be a price you would pay if you needed them? anything at all. any info, new's ideas? send any thought you may have. thanks in advance. Take care and God Bless matt
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