Closet door latch brokem

[JWN]

The sliding closet door latch, which is plastic, is broken & will not hold the door closed. I've seen something on this forum about replacing them with something more durable, but I don't remember what. Any suggestions?
Thanks

[geondebi]

You can get replacement latches at CW or any RV supply. I have to replace both of mine over the years.

[avvidclif]

Yep broke my first one after about a week. Got more and keep one in stock now. It's a matter of remembering how it works and I keep forgetting and breaking them. Slow learner I guess.

[Dayle1]

I make replacement latches that are magnetic, fold flat when not in use and will never fail. I usually make up about a dozen sets at a time. I don't have any left over right now and not sure when I will be making more.

Here is a link to another alternative.
http://www.amazon.com/Rishon-Inc-RE-1002-Burglabar/dp/B00187284A/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1370353683&sr=8-2&keywords=burglabar

[Livewire]

Broom handles or doweling cut to length and laid in track never fail when when travelling.

[JWN]

Broom handles sounds kind of tacky, I'll try replacement latches.
Thanks for the replies.
Jim

[Livewire]

Regardless of how they look they work.Much better than replacing a mirror door.

[Livewire]

The doweling is only used for travel and will prevent damage to the door if you forget to close a door or a clip breaks,by all means get new clips but don'y trust them 100%.

[Lloyd]

Aww, come on guys, the broom handle can't be any tackier then the duck tape on the stove vent.

[WildWildWest]

We have these type on our closet doors - came from factory that way and work very well. Obviously attached vertically at floor level.

http://www.rvpartscenter.com/Product...DID=50&CID=380

Obviously wouldn't work on a mirrored door but works great for wooden doors.Edited by: WildWildWest