Door latch replacement
The Trimark door latch just failed with us inside so I was at least able to open and get out the emergency exit window in the rear. Not a lot of fun and not exactly a fast exit and wouldn't even try getting our 45 pound dog out that way. I have heard of other people having a failure of this brand latch and they are used on many brands of MH's and TT's. The latching piece is made of cast zinc with a very thin section that breaks. Had to drive straight through instead of stopping for the night because of the dogs and can't imagine what we would have done in case of a fire.
I found the same lock on Amazon for $100 but no way will I buy the same thing and worry about the same thing happening. I read Trimark has a new lock you can buy direct for $200 that has a steel instead of zinc latch. I also found an electric lock from Bauer for $230 that will fit just fine and am considering that. Also found one from RVlock that includes a key fob for $260 but have read reviews it won't work because it sticks out too far for the screen door.
I want to order something in the next day or so and would love to get some advice from others who have had and solved this problem. Thanks much, Jim.
Key or electric
I found the same lock on Amazon for $100 but no way will I buy the same thing and worry about the same thing happening. I read Trimark has a new lock you can buy direct for $200 that has a steel instead of zinc latch. I also found an electric lock from Bauer for $230 that will fit just fine and am considering that. Also found one from RVlock that includes a key fob for $260 but have read reviews it won't work because it sticks out too far for the screen door.
I want to order something in the next day or so and would love to get some advice from others who have had and solved this problem. Thanks much, Jim.
Key or electric
