stuck lock
broil_me
03-08-2005, 08:43 AM
ok...i just bought this truck....1988 s-10 blazer 2.8l v6.....and ive had nothing but trouble. but first a rather simple question...the lock my hatch is seized up....i think....i cant even get the key to go in much less turn. does anyone have any suggestions on how i can fix this??
BlazerLT
03-08-2005, 11:27 AM
Spray WD-40 in it to free it up.
ricksza
03-08-2005, 06:13 PM
Unless a key is broken off in it.
broil_me
03-08-2005, 10:24 PM
Unless a key is broken off in it.
ok...so how do i tell if a kee is broken off inside...and more importantly...can i get it out?
ok...so how do i tell if a kee is broken off inside...and more importantly...can i get it out?
ricksza
03-09-2005, 05:01 AM
Push the little door open and look inside or try to insert a paper clip. If part of a key is in there, it won't go all the way in. As for getting it out, it would probably be cheaper to replace the lock cylinder but a locksmith would be able to remove it.
broil_me
03-09-2005, 09:33 AM
there is definately something in there...wow i shouldda looked 1st eh? but....now i wanna try and get it out b/c im cheap suggestions would be greatly appreciated
ricksza
03-09-2005, 02:41 PM
A locksmith will use small picks to pull the broken piece out.
But for something different, I've heard this, but never tried it. Hook a paper clip to positive battery voltage and touch it to the broken key without touching the door or the sides. Turn off the voltage as soon as it touches. This will weld the paper clip to the key and then it can be pulled out. If you try this, the paper clip will get red hot fast. Use leather gloves or pliers to hold it. Like I said, I honestly don't know if it will work. Personally, I can't see why it would weld the paper clip to the key but not the tumblers in the lock cylinder.
But for something different, I've heard this, but never tried it. Hook a paper clip to positive battery voltage and touch it to the broken key without touching the door or the sides. Turn off the voltage as soon as it touches. This will weld the paper clip to the key and then it can be pulled out. If you try this, the paper clip will get red hot fast. Use leather gloves or pliers to hold it. Like I said, I honestly don't know if it will work. Personally, I can't see why it would weld the paper clip to the key but not the tumblers in the lock cylinder.
clariveros
03-09-2005, 03:33 PM
A locksmith will use small picks to pull the broken piece out.
But for something different, I've heard this, but never tried it. Hook a paper clip to positive battery voltage and touch it to the broken key without touching the door or the sides. Turn off the voltage as soon as it touches. This will weld the paper clip to the key and then it can be pulled out. If you try this, the paper clip will get red hot fast. Use leather gloves or pliers to hold it. Like I said, I honestly don't know if it will work. Personally, I can't see why it would weld the paper clip to the key but not the tumblers in the lock cylinder.
wouldn't you want to disconect your battery before this?? to heat up a paper clip you would probably require a high enough voltage to fry the fuse box???, I dunno how about a small set pliers like for a hobby application or a paper clip attched to a magnet, just a suggestion, i have never had this happen so i guess it would be good to know how you resolve it. :rofl:
But for something different, I've heard this, but never tried it. Hook a paper clip to positive battery voltage and touch it to the broken key without touching the door or the sides. Turn off the voltage as soon as it touches. This will weld the paper clip to the key and then it can be pulled out. If you try this, the paper clip will get red hot fast. Use leather gloves or pliers to hold it. Like I said, I honestly don't know if it will work. Personally, I can't see why it would weld the paper clip to the key but not the tumblers in the lock cylinder.
wouldn't you want to disconect your battery before this?? to heat up a paper clip you would probably require a high enough voltage to fry the fuse box???, I dunno how about a small set pliers like for a hobby application or a paper clip attched to a magnet, just a suggestion, i have never had this happen so i guess it would be good to know how you resolve it. :rofl:
ricksza
03-09-2005, 06:31 PM
Magnet won't work, keys are made of brass.
96jimmy4wd
03-09-2005, 10:30 PM
a locksmith has a tool that is really a handle with a fine tooth hacksaw blade about 1.5 inches long and 1/16 inch wide to remove broken keys try taking a 32 tpi blade to a grinder
clariveros
03-10-2005, 08:51 AM
Magnet won't work, keys are made of brass.
Good point
Good point
broil_me
03-10-2005, 09:02 AM
ok...i dont think im gonna try 'welding' b/c i enjoy living and im not that handy with electricity...but thanks for the suggestion...if i happen to get it out i'll let u know how i did it
blazee
03-10-2005, 09:58 AM
You could try bending a really short L on the end of a paper clip and work it under the bottom of the broke key, if you can hook one of the teeth you might be able to work it out
blazee
03-10-2005, 10:12 AM
You could try bending a really short L on the end of a paper clip and work it under the bottom of the broke key, if you can hook one of the teeth you might be able to work it out
Somthing like this:
http://www.image-hosting.ws/direct/1100.jpg
If you make two of them and work one in the top and one the bottom, You may be able to pull it out
Somthing like this:
http://www.image-hosting.ws/direct/1100.jpg
If you make two of them and work one in the top and one the bottom, You may be able to pull it out
broil_me
03-10-2005, 10:24 AM
I'll try it when i get home...that wont be for another 6 hours but thanks...that sounds like the best option ive heard
BlazerLT
03-10-2005, 03:05 PM
What about putting a dab of crazy glue on the end of a broen key blank to get it out?
wolfox
03-10-2005, 03:47 PM
Naw, in the remote chance that the glue flows just the tiniest bit - he's gonna have permanent problems with that lock, methinks.
BlazerLT
03-10-2005, 04:15 PM
Naw, in the remote chance that the glue flows just the tiniest bit - he's gonna have permanent problems with that lock, methinks.
Not if you use the gel version and only use a very small amount.
Not if you use the gel version and only use a very small amount.
wolfox
03-10-2005, 04:21 PM
Mmmmm, good point. Like Zap-A-Gap CA gel. I still think it is cheaper and easier to just re-key a cylinder, IMO. I can swap lock cylinders in just 10 minutes and a file. :) New cylinder's like $12 last I checked - for my Dodge though.
broil_me
03-11-2005, 11:56 AM
the clips didnt work so im gunna try superglue soon...turns out i dont have any....i figure why not? its not like the lock is useable as-is so if the glue screws something up oh well
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