This is the piece nobody thinks about until the trunk floor comes out, and then the bottom edge where it meets the floor is always gone. Since the latch locates off it, straightening a rusted one rarely gives back a trunk lid that closes evenly. Replacing it is the cleaner call.

Auto Metal Direct 810-2668 Trunk Lock Support Features:

• Fits 1968-1970 Dodge Charger.
• Use when replacing a trunk floor and/or tail light panel.
• Restores the correct mounting location for the trunk latch.
• Addresses the lower section that commonly rusts where the panel meets the trunk floor.
• Stamped steel reproduction of the factory support.
• Sold individually.