removing latch from T@B400 window (not from window frame)

jimcenname
jimcenname Member Posts: 346
in Modifications & Upgrades
I'd like to remove the window latch from the windows on my 400. I see screws to loosen but I am concerned that the plastic part the screw goes into, the part that is inside the two panes will fall away when I take both screws out. Does anyone have experience removing the latch screws?

2019 T@B400
TV: 2017 Nissan Frontier SV 4X4
Southern California
Full-timer since 2019

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  • ChasBG
    ChasBG Member Posts: 10
    I have exactly the same question. I want to take the latch off to put some graphite lubricant into it 
    2018 T@B 400 "Fara"
    TV = 2021 Ford Explorer Sport "Misty"
    Other camper - 1971 Mitchell Truck Camper on 1970 F250 Camper Special "The Turtle"
  • scott14
    scott14 Member Posts: 195
    @jimcenname did you ever get an answer or figure out what might happen?

    We have a window latch (lockable style), same as you picture above, where the red lock button is broken. The red button pops out further than the others which allows the handle to rotate. It other words, it does not have a lock mode.

    If the latch can be removed, are new ones available for purchase? I scanned the nuCamp site store, but didn't see one.

    Scott / 2019 T@B 400 / 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ / Northern Illinois

  • jimcenname
    jimcenname Member Posts: 346
    I have not learned how to remove the latch.
    2019 T@B400
    TV: 2017 Nissan Frontier SV 4X4
    Southern California
    Full-timer since 2019
  • scott14
    scott14 Member Posts: 195
    Ok, thanks for the quick response, Jim.

    Scott / 2019 T@B 400 / 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ / Northern Illinois

  • annbythebay
    annbythebay Member Posts: 5
    I have a sticky latch too. If you end up asking NuCamp, I’d be interested in the answer

    2024 T@b 400
    2019 Lexus GX 460

  • scott14
    scott14 Member Posts: 195
    I emailed Creed at nuCamp and will pass along his response.

    Scott / 2019 T@B 400 / 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ / Northern Illinois

  • rfuss928
    rfuss928 Member Posts: 1,181
    edited April 27
    SWAG:
    Remove one screw
    Loosen second screw enough to rotate latch
    Place first screw through window into anchor plate.
    Remove second screw...
    Reverse to re-install.
    Either screw should grip the plate enough to rotate it into position as needed.

  • scott14
    scott14 Member Posts: 195
    @rfuss928, funny, I actually ran that scenario through my head too, but I need reassurance that it will work though, before trying it.

    Scott / 2019 T@B 400 / 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ / Northern Illinois

  • rfuss928
    rfuss928 Member Posts: 1,181
    scott14 said:
    @rfuss928, funny, I actually ran that scenario through my head too, but I need reassurance that it will work though, before trying it.
    I haven't had to use it on the window latch but have had several similar situations where that was the required procedure. Usually not in transparent material which added another level of challenge. I think you'll be all set for the latch removal..

  • scott14
    scott14 Member Posts: 195
    edited April 27
    Jordan Brown, from nuCamp responded to my question. He said, "Typically the backer plate is glued in there. It shouldn't move unless the glue has come loose or something."

    He also mentioned that we will have to go through a dealer to order a replacement latch, as they are not available on the nuCamp small parts store website.

    Scott / 2019 T@B 400 / 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ / Northern Illinois

  • scott14
    scott14 Member Posts: 195
    edited May 27

    Update: I ordered the new latch through my local dealer and had it direct shipped to me. The total cost was around $32 (includes shipping). I was able to successfully swap out the old latch with the new one, using the method described above by @rfuss928. The piece in between the panes remained attached and in-place. The entire project took about 5 minutes.

    Scott / 2019 T@B 400 / 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ / Northern Illinois

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