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sandtsherman
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Feb 12, 2016

How to remove broken door latch

We had someone try to break into our 5th wheel and they ruined the deadbolt keyhole. We cannot unlock the deadbolt.

Any suggestions on how to go about removing the entire latch? It has 2 keyholes, one for the deadbolt and one for the latch pull itself.

Once removed, we plan to replace it with a combination style latch.

I've tried to search the forum, but didn't find much on the subject. Thank you in advance for your help!
  • old guy wrote:
    you might have to drill it out


    YouTube

    Advance the video to after 1 minute to get to where he is drilling. You probably want a 1/2 drill motor with at least a 7/16" good quality drill bit not the Harbor Freight stuff. A cheap bit might just break off in the lock.

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