How to fix broken latch on Colorbond gate?

[LW2]

Hi, the latch is broken and we have removed part of it. Would like some advice on how to fix/ replace it. Can we buy parts and do we need to replace  both parts? We have tried to glue back on but did not work. Thank you!

 

[EricL]

Hello @LW2 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about the latch on your Colorbond gate.

I suggest having an extended look at this discussion - Solved: How to fix gate latch coming off the metal post by @hayunit. There are some very good suggestions on how to support and re-attach the latch back onto the gate. My favourite is inserting a piece of timber down into the post and use that as a mount for the screws to hold the latch in place. My best advice is to hammer the lifted steel back down so that it is nice and flat when you re-attach the latch.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[hayunit]

You can find I had to buy the combination of the D latch and striker plate, you can't the striker plate on its own.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/protectoral-black-d-latch-and-striker-pack_p1141309

What I found is install a gate stop helped prevent the striker plate from being pulled off the gate. 

https://www.bunnings.com.au/gatestop-metal-gate-alignment-device_p4150807

Now that is installed, the gate doesn't bang on the striker latch so hard.

[JacobZ]

Hi @hayunit,

Did you end up using the timber inside the post?

Adding the GateStop Metal Gate Alignment Device is also a great idea to prevent future issues.

I'm sure @LW2 is grateful to know that you've dealt with a similar situation and are happy with the result.

Thank you for sharing.

Jacob

[hayunit]

No I did not, as it would have required to remove a number of screws, as the top part of the gate frame is secured, preventing me from sliding any timber down the post. 

I added the gate stop, which has reduced the pressure on the gate striker latch. 

[LW2]

Thank you:)

[LW2]

Thanks Jacob:)

[LW2]

Thanks Eric:)

[LW2]

Hi, thanks so much for the info, it's very helpful:)

[EricL]

Hello @LW2 

Please don't forget to post a photo update once you've carried out the repairs, we look forward to seeing your gate latch fixed and working properly.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric