On the Underside of the outdoor pull latch is stamped Ideal DX-1 and D-423-320. Inside the latch is a coil spring that is broken. Is that the only spring that is to be in the latch? The latch is well made and I would like to repair If possible.
Screens door latch broken
Home Owner from Harlan, IA
Oct 25, 2014 9:27 pm
4 Replies
Tom from SWISCO
Oct 29, 2014 10:27 am
I'm not sure what you have, exactly. Is it something like our 40-038? If you aren't sure, can I see a few pictures? I'd like to see the coil spring and the latch set itself.
Quick Learner
Nov 3, 2014 12:18 pm
Hi Tom. I looked up the 40-038 part and compared it to what I have.
Length is 2 7/32", Head is 5/16" diameter, there is no flat portion, the end opposite the head is 5/32" diameter, the end next to the head is 7/32" diameter and the taper from 5/32" to 7/32" is 1" from the end of the head. Next to the head is a stop that is 7/16" diameter.
The spring looks just like the spring shown on the 40-038. I will try to attach a couple of pictures. Thanks! The pictures are 012.JPG and 013.JPG
Length is 2 7/32", Head is 5/16" diameter, there is no flat portion, the end opposite the head is 5/32" diameter, the end next to the head is 7/32" diameter and the taper from 5/32" to 7/32" is 1" from the end of the head. Next to the head is a stop that is 7/16" diameter.
The spring looks just like the spring shown on the 40-038. I will try to attach a couple of pictures. Thanks! The pictures are 012.JPG and 013.JPG
Dave Sr. from SWISCO
Nov 4, 2014 1:51 pm
Ah, I see. I'm afraid we do not carry a spindle and spring like yours by itself. You may want to consider replacing the complete lock set on your door. Looking at your photo, the handle set resembles our 40-152. Look it over and see what you think.
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