Dorman - HELP Door Lock Striker P/N:38448
Give your door latch a solid point to catch with the Dorman door lock striker, part number 38420 from Dorman HELP. This 1/2-13 in. door striker bolt is the fixed point the latch closes around to hold the door shut. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1973-1976 Chevrolet Impala, 1975 Chevrolet Malibu and 1987-1991 Chevrolet Blazer. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Each time the door closes, the latch grabs the striker. A bent, loose or worn striker can make the door hard to shut, keep it from latching fully, or let it rattle. The latch or the door's alignment can cause the same signs, so inspect the whole assembly before you replace the striker.
Interchange: 9601750 · 384202
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What does a Dorman door striker do?
It is the fixed bolt that the door latch closes around, which holds the door shut once it latches. This part is a 1/2-13 in. door striker bolt.
Will this striker fit my 1973-1976 Chevrolet Impala?
Yes, the 1973-1976 Chevrolet Impala is a listed application. It also fits many other vehicles, including the 1975 Chevrolet Malibu and 1987-1991 Chevrolet Blazer. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for your vehicle.
What size is this striker bolt?
Dorman lists part 38420 as a 1/2-13 in. door striker bolt.
What are signs a door lock striker may need replacing?
Signs include a door that is hard to close, does not latch, or rattles, and a striker that is bent, loose or worn. The latch or door alignment can cause the same symptoms, so inspect before replacing.
Why would the original striker fail?
A striker can fail from collision damage or fatigue. This part is designed as a direct replacement on the listed applications.
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