Handrails / grab handles /3326 roof latch / backing plates, etc

[mjlaupp]

Originally Posted by mjlaupp

....This roof latch is only used on the 3326. It takes the place of the curbside rear latch for the front shell found on the other models.....

Originally Posted by ShrimpBurrito

....What is the purpose of that roof latch? Is it because the 3326 roof is so long that it needs an extra attachment point on the back end? I've never seen one of those before.....

Originally Posted by MisterP

There is no aft door-side latch at the bottom of the 3326. The latch is on the roof. I never paid much attention to why, but I assume the second axle prevents having a lower attachment point for a latch.

Trivia answer: The roof latch is there on the 3326 because when the front upper shell is closed there is no place to mount the latch striker saddle under the shell. The upper door half is in that position and it would not be strong enough to hold the top during travel.