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ctilsie242
Explorer II
Feb 10, 2017

Replacement locks for compartments?

Well, the CH751 lock broke in one of my TT's compartments, so it is time to replace them.

Here are a few options I'm looking at:

Triangular "key" cam lock.

Medeco Cam Lock.

Round key locks.

Locking thumb handle.

What I mainly am interested in are locks that can handle road grime and the elements, as opposed to actual security, because the compartments are easily opened with a long screwdriver.

What would other people recommend? I am leaning towards the triangle "key" because it is good enough to keep honest people honest, and since it has no moving tumblers, it will be the least prone to mechanical failure.
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  • USAFBILL's avatar
    USAFBILL
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2017
    FJM Security MEI-2400AL-KA Tubular Cam Lock with 1-1/8" Cylinder and Chrome Finish, Keyed Alike


    I replaced all of mine locks with this type and then knocked the tip off of the keys so that the keys could be removed when unlocked
  • IAMICHABOD's avatar
    IAMICHABOD
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2017
    ICamel wrote:
    If your RV entry door latch mechanism is made by Global Link, you can key lock the baggage doors with the same key as the entry door. It's what I did with mine. One less key to carry around.

    http://www.rvlocksandmore.com/Global-Link-and-Fastec-FIC-Brand-RV-Locks-and-Keys/CH-751-CK-330/CLB-Cam-Lock-Barrel?whence=#.WJ4MOFUrK00


    X2 on these,I have replaced all of mine with them,they can all be keyed alike so I only have one key for everything.
    I also like that they have a cover on the key slot that moves when you insert the key,thus keeping all grime out.
  • Bumpyroad's avatar
    Bumpyroad
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2017
    Dr Quick wrote:

    Also I believe that all RV MFG's use the same key cut for the standard locks. That is so if you take your RV in for service, the repair place does not need to have you leave a key.


    nope, when I got mine there was a selection of 3 or 4 different numbers to choose from and I had to pick thru the stacks to get enough alike.

    sorry, I think I misread your post. I thought you were indicating that all of the round key locks used the same key.
    bumpy
  • Dr_Quick's avatar
    Dr_Quick
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2017
    I have replaced locks on my last two trailers with the round locks, and never had a problem. Like said, "they will turn pranksters away".
    Only draw back is that you can not remove key they are in the open position. You have to turn back to the closed position when door is open, if you want to open another door with key.
    Also I believe that all RV MFG's use the same key cut for the standard locks. That is so if you take your RV in for service, the repair place does not need to have you leave a key.
  • Bumpyroad's avatar
    Bumpyroad
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2017
    I replaced mine with the round locks. never had an issue with them. a glance at them sort of turns any prankster away.
    bumpy
  • Matt_Colie's avatar
    Matt_Colie
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2017
    I advise against the round key locks. They do not do well in messy environments.

    Do not spend a whole lot on them, they are only to secure the door when underway and none of them will stop a committed thief.

    Matt
  • ctilsie242's avatar
    ctilsie242
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2017
    The one problem is that the tool to pop the cylinder out, they don't sell. Both GL and Fastec tell you to go to a locksmith or RV dealer for that.
  • Johno02's avatar
    Johno02
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2017
    Are you going to replace all, or just the broken one?? Keep in mind tat it will just be another key to keep up with, so whichever you pick, I would put it on the least used compartment, and move whatever is there to keep just one keey for the ones used most.

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