i have a 32 ford 5w question

did all 1932 ford 5w coupes just have a door lock only on the right side? so no door lock on the left just the handle? thanks in advance.

 

Yup

 

curb side lock only. unlocked the door and slide across.

 

also, since I was a kid in the 50s/60s, I was told that some cities had an ordinance about only entering the car from the curb side...and that was the reason for the right side lock.

 

my 49 dodge is the same way... i was told it was because so many parallel parked back then. and the companies did it so you would slide over and get out on the sidewalk...not in traffic.

not sure if thats true or not...

 

Same with my '37 Hudson.

 

Interesting thread. I have heard of the curb side entrance into your car and also; a courtesy lock... The driver would unlock the p*** door for his lady friend, who would reach over and unlock the fella's door who would be the driver....

 

i thought so. my 53 ford p/u was the same way. but i have really only recently noticed this on 32's

 

very cool! that explains mine too

 

Actually, some 51/52 F-1 pickups have the key lock on both doors. They are the DeLuxe 5 star model. They also had a locking glove box, arm rests and dual wipers

Most towns had parking with curb side only exit for the p***engers.



So the manufacturers saved a TON by only installing one key lock.

 

Interesting, I never knew that.

 

ok so i see the door handles on ebay all the time. what about the lock? where would i find one? thanks

 

You going to Deuce Day next Sat? If so, will see you there.

 

You had to be a gentleman back then...... see, like this......

 

dave, i am working a double on wed so i can go on sat. as of right now i am going.

 

See ya there and bring your tape measure.

 

thanks ron

 

37 to 42 Willys only had the curb side door locks also, and you already know now about the 32 Fords which I also have. Sounds like all the old car makers did this. I wonder what year they started putting the lock on each side, I would guess after the war or during say around 46 to 50?

 

Ok so where do i find the lock for sale?

 

**** Spadaro ,Bob Drake,just about all the suppliers. HRP

 

So do RHD cars have locks in the LH door?

 

MACS Antique auto parts has them. I just bought one and it fits an operates great.

 

Yep, I have a 32 truck that was RHD (came from Argentina) It had a lock on the LH door only. I bought some 32 3 window handles from Mac's with both locks.

Later,Mark

 

Great Brady, see you there!!

 

32 Chevrolets the same, p***engers side lock. I guess this means we all need to get used to sliding, got to always have a honey to ride, or have to find some nos export, right hand drive keyed handle. Dammit !

 

Same on my 30 ford coupe