king_doodle

I've had a tough time finding a glove box lock for my 66 Dynamic 88. I did find this part, though, which looks nearly identical to the broken lock that came with the car. The replacement is for a 1954-72 GM Truck Glove Box. Is it possible that this would work for a 66 Dynamic 88?

joe_padavano

Most GM locks from the 1960s are common across many different vehicles, so it's certainly a possibility.

king_doodle

Thanks a lot, Joe. Very helpful.

joe_padavano

FYI, GM used the same key blank from the 1930s through 1966. The round and octagonal head keys from that period are even the same blank - only the shape of the head is different. PM me if you want help keying the new lock to match your old keys.

king_doodle

Actually, that would be great Joe. I'll drop you a line when the lock arrives.

king_doodle

@joe_padavano: Hello! My glove box lock arrived today. It's the button version that doesn't need a key. Do you know how to get the chrome retainer ring off the front of it? Even better, do you have complete instructions for installing it? It looks easy, if I could figure out how the ring comes off.

cfair

Looks like you got a Chevy one, the 66 olds big car is different, but you can find it on eBay. Do a search fro 65-66 88, starfiee and 98 glove box locks and it should pop up. Or check Fusick.

The Chevy one with the lower tab won’t mate with your threaded bezel without modification. But I sincerely wish you good luck on adapting it.