Was there another Datsun/Nissan car that used the same door latch as the 1980 280ZX?  I've replaced the original on a friend's car because the cam that rotates around the strike post would not engage.   As a result, the door won't stay closed.  The replacement bought on Ebay barely lasted a week.  I think the same thing happened with this one.  I came across a YouTube video where someone had the same problem.  It looks as if these things have a tendency to fail the same way.  Whatever makes the cam stay in position when the closes seems to break.

I'm hoping there were other cars that used the exact same design because sources for 1980 280ZX latches is pretty limited.

Do your strikers have the plastic on it or  is it gone .

7 hours ago, black gold man said:

Do your strikers have the plastic on it or  is it gone .

I'm pretty sure they're gone on both doors.

Replace them I have them used 25 for 2 shipped. Then the door will close .They are available new also.

8 hours ago, black gold man said:

Replace them I have them used 25 for 2 shipped. Then the door will close .They are available new also.

Will that keep the cam in place?  If so, how is it that it worked for years without it.  And I wonder why wasn't the strike post made thick enough in the first place so the plastic wouldn't be needed?

Edited January 28, 20169 yr by jamesd3rd

IT is there as a sacrifice to save the latch from damage. Lots of cars and truck tail gates are like this.

OK I was just curious.  Back to the original question.  Are there any other cars from Datsun/Nissan that used that exact part number so I'm not just limited to early 80s ZXes?  That really limits optioins.

Don't know but I have all used parts needed.