Entry door replacement lock?

[pdxpfeifer]

Our door lock is broken and won't lock and decide RV. No secondary dead bolt had been installed. What's the opnion? Drill a deadbolt or replace door latch with a new model that locks? Are the new entry locks more secure than original models?

I'm looking at this lock on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002LKCG0O/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1432693478&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&keywords=rv+entry+door+dead+bolt&dpPl=1&dpID=31j7hLPgb7L&ref=plSrch

[Toedtoes]

I think our door latches are the Bargman L-300 (can someone confirm?).  You can find vintage (the silver) and new ones (black) on ebay for around $100.  The one you linked to might not fit exactly, so you might have to do some alterations to get it to fit.

[Clipper Joe]

Hi,
The Original Lock On Clippers Are A L-300 Bargman, They Have Kits Available On E-Bay From Time To Time. I Have A Few Spares, Since These Are Not Being Made Any Longer. It Is Wise To Have A Extra Dead Bolt For Safety.

The Link You Sent Is The Replacement Lock/Dead Bolt To Replace The L-300. The Thing You Need To Shop Around You Can Get A Better Price When They Are On Sale With Free Shipping.

I Have Seen Many Of Old RV Rigs @ Wrecking Yards, Can Get A Good Orig. For About $30.00 Used. Easy To Clean & Lube.

Make Sure You Make Sure Your Lock Is Hitting Straker Correctly, There Are 2ea. Pins On End Of Lock That Are Adjustable.

Hope This Helps,

Joe   

[Clipper Joe]

Toedtoes,

That Is Corrrect It Is Bargman Model # L-300. No Longer Being Made.

A New Old Stock Can Go As High As $300.00, & Range On E-Bay For Kit $100.00 & Used From $75.00 -$150.00.
These Are Getting Harder To Find, Some Old RV Supply Houses Still Have Old Stock.

It Is Also Good To Add A Small RV Deadbolt For Added Safety.

Joe

[Toedtoes]

I've seen how quickly someone can break into the cab doors with a wire hanger - don't know if the deadbolt is really anything more than a placebo effect.

For me, the best preventative action I can take is to make sure things of value have a place and are put away whenever I'm not using them.  No laptop left on the dinette table while I take a hike.  No chargers left sitting out.  No camera gear sitting out.  And so on.  Our clipper windows are wonderful for looking out, but they are great for looking in also.

[pdxpfeifer]

Thanks guys. We had stuff taken while it was at the automotive shop. Everything was put away but they riffled through everything.

For adding an additional deadbolt - what size? 5/8 or 1" there are some on Amazon. Do I just cut those into the door with a regular door drill cutter? I have one of those circular still attachments.

[pdxpfeifer]

I am assuming the 5/8" dead bolt will fit? I'm not sure how to measure it for determine 5/8 or 1" for the deadbolt.

[Clipper Joe]

Hello,

5/8" Is The Shaft Travel Into Door Frame. Remember To Allow For Lock Set-Back 2 1/4"-2 1/2" What Ever You Use To Drill In Door.
You May Want To Shop E-Bay Or RV Parts Houses For Best Pricing. You May Want To Get A Schlage Brand. Good Secure Dead Lock Set.


Good Luck,
Joe