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MG TD TF 1500 - TF door strikes

More questions - I've attached a photo illustrating the two door strikes on my TF-1500. I believe the one on the left is original and the other a replacement.
The one on the left has raised lettering with a patent number, the words "SILENT TRAVEL", and a logo that may be "WB". The other has no lettering.
First question - Am I correct - an original would be as shown on the left, with lettering?
2nd question - If, lettered, was there a left one and a right one, with the lettering orientated so it was not upside down?

Are lettered replacements available?

Thanks

Rick



R.T. Walsh

The shape of the repro on the right is really different. Look at the striker bolt width/shape. You would likely have to change the lock as well. Originals often on ebay. Not sure about current repros- call Abingdon or Moss and have them look for lettering. No difference left or right. I built original lock sets for my TD with parts from several sources (traded beer, etc.) Is Mick Conde still around? He use to have some original stuff. George
George Butz

This thread was discussed on 12/07/2011

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