Latch coming apart on plastic tub on 400

DenisP
DenisP Member Posts: 542
Just a heads up on a close call we had while on an extended trip with our 400. We had just left East Glacier and pulled off after a couple miles to assure we had secured everything. My DW noticed the tub lid was not locked, after a quick look the screw which holds the latch hook and the latch hook had fallen off.  Luckily, I had put a lexan bottom on the tub which captured the loose parts.  I reassembled the latch and tightened the screw.  The fix worked for another 2500 miles when I noticed it was loosening up again. Bottom line is that the screw needs some medium hold Locktite. I would recommend that as a preventative measure that others do the same.
2018 T@b 400, 200ah Lithium with Solar
2013 Tundra TRD 5.7L

Massachusetts

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  • gspdx
    gspdx Member Posts: 208
    Good advice - thanks for the update.  I think I might just keep a little Locktite in my truck.
    2019 T@B 400 BDL
    2018 Ford F-150 2.7L Ecoboost with tow package
    PNW