Re: [A/S] Looking for lock

On Thu, 2011-12-22 at 18:42 -0700, Charlie Burke wrote:

Charlie, with all due respect to your unparalleled experience, I have
some personal experience on this one that may be helpful.

> ....The lock-set used in 1973 was very different from the one used in 1989....

True.

> ....In the past Airstream has not recommended retrofitting a deadbolt to the
> older doors....

Also very true. We have all our service done at Jackson Center, and a
few years ago when we asked them to install one on our coach, they
demurred, said the door frame was too thin and would be weakened too
much. However, another listee showed me how to grind down the deadbolt
to about half thickness. I took this information back to Jackson Center
and they installed the deadbolt. This technique worked perfectly and we
could not have been happier with our subsequent experience. Point of
fact, now the only time we ever use the lock in the door is when we are
towing. Very convenient, super-solid.

Peace,
- Lew #4239

'72 Safari 23'
'99 Chevie 3500 conversion van
Waiting for Santa Claus in central Ohio

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