Lew,
Not a problem. I tend to err on the side of caution. I've heard of
trimming a deadbolt to fit. I just don't suggest it to someone who's
skill set I am not familiar with.
Charlie
On 12/23/2011 8:53 AM, pcfranke wrote:
> 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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