Just got a replacement console cover for my ‘82 TA and it will not latch closed. Is this a common issue? The console itself has had no modifications to the rectangular hole.
Thanks in advance.

 

I have the same issue with an original GM replacement. This is the second console I have had in the car with the same issue. It is just not made properly.

 

You think it’s an issue with the hinge or the latch or the whole repro piece?

 

Is this the Hawk's replacement? I have one in my 82 T/A and I had to remove the little round rubber bumper from the console (near the latch) and it latches fine, but it would not until I did this. Don't know if that will help you or not.

 

I thought about cutting that plastic nub off, but would prefer not to. Is this issue specific to Hawk's? If so, should I go with another brand? Yes, I have a Hawk's one. Thanks

 

It's not plastic and nothing you have to cut. It's just a small piece of rubber that pulls out of the factory console. It's what the original lid rested against in the corner. I think Hawk's is the only company to reproduce these lids. Your only other option is NOS or used as far as I know. The latching problem was the only issue I had, but when I removed the rubber bumper, that was solved for me. Overall, I think they did a pretty good job on these. The only thing they got wrong was putting texture on the surface of the release button, that should be smooth. I can live with that though to have a brand new lid!