Replacement Locks for Outside Doors

[Carleen]

Has anyone tried these locks? I was thinking of replacing all the outside locks with them. I have a large hatch door that gains access to the lower bunk. I has one little lock that is not very secure. I worry someone could break in to take the dogs, equipment, or have other terrible intentions (I am a little lady who camps with my young son).

Thoughts??

CH751 RV REPLACEMENT LOCKS, CAM LOCKS, CAMLOCKS

[bedrck46]

I just replaced the entrance lock and 2 baggage locks
If you do order them make sure you put a note in as to what key code you would like.
Also make sure you measure the cam locks as they come in 3 different lengths
Was very pleased with the order and shipment

[Carleen]

Thanks for the info! I will have to measure the cam lengths while we are out this next weekend.

[bedrck46]

the web site shows how to measure the length Best to remove the current cam lock to measure. The new locks were very easy to install. My original entrance lock was Black The new lock was ordered in White. Blends in much better in my opinion.

[bedrck46]

The link you posted is different than the ones I installed check the attached link


RVLocksAndMore | RV Locks | RV Keys | Fastec FIC Locks and Keys

[Hattie]

We did the combo locks from Amazon - 2 different sizes (deeper one for outdoor kitchen). I love them, you don't need the keys AND you know someone else isn't helping themselves to your stuff by using the universal 751 key! Took DH less than 15 minutes per storage door. I know we did a post on this somewhere else in this forum, in the event you do a search. http://smile.amazon.com/Combi-Cam-78...QPGJHGJ12119NJ

[Jagiven]

Originally Posted by bedrck46

The link you posted is different than the ones I installed check the attached link


RVLocksAndMore | RV Locks | RV Keys | Fastec FIC Locks and Keys

I have been looking at this site for some time. I can have my entire HTT, keyed to one key. Depending on how I went about doing it, I think it was $85-$115 for 8 locks.

[Chrislorl]

I replaced all mine except the external shower. The pries here were great, it was fast, and easy to do.RVLocksAndMore | RV Locks | RV Keys | Fastec FIC Locks and Keys

Our TT had different keys for each door and 751 on every compartment, what a PIA also everyone else has the same key.

[need-a-vacation]

To save some money, ask your local dealer or locksmith if they have the "Yellow" key. If not, ask if you buy it for them, will they let you use it to swap the cylinders in exchange for you buying it for them. They will have to order the yellow key. I changed out the main and bathroom door cylinders (including the dead bolt), and the 2 pass through cam locks (keyed to match) to match the outdoor kitchen key. I also ordered 2 of the led keys for when the awning light is off (most of the time it's off), and paid for the yellow key for my local locksmith to keep, all for about $50 shipped.

The darn outdoor shower cam lock was only 1/2", and held in by plastic. Only reason that didn't get changed out as well!

[Chrislorl]

Haha, that shower door is a pain. Honestly if someone wants to come use it, OK,I will give them that.
I did have to buy a new door handle lock assembly for the second door but I also did get 2 keys with the LED light. Just nice to have and not be poking around in the dark.

The lock swap was super easy, glad I did it.

[Seann45]

Carleen there is a Utube video showing how to pick tubular locks with a 19 cent bic pen ink sleeve. My local dealer had a bin of new locks I went through it and found 4 packages with the same key number and used that... companies that sell based on fear, the way the one you are looking at does, is companies I avoid.

[Carleen]

Call me paranoid, but I laid in bed adding up all the gear I have in the trailer. Normally, I wouldn't be concerned, but that huge hatch has no security. And, it can fit a grown man through it... I just want something more deterring.

Since I was a little girl, my dad said he had a "Magical Key" that would open any door on an RV. Well, in my wisdom, I learned it was just a standard RV key that opened nearly every hatch on every make of RV. When you can shove a screw driver in the hole and open it, you loose any thoughts of security it may have provided- and I like my security.

I understand the website is a bit on... we'll say "corny" side, but they have a decent product that steers your locks away from the standard run of the mill. Someone would have to put some effort into breaking in. It's not my goal to be top-notch and impenetrable, just more than the neighbors is all.

[bedrck46]

Just something to think about "Locks only keep honest people honest". If someone wants to get in and get what you have the lock is only going to slow them down.

[Carleen]

Originally Posted by bedrck46

Just something to think about "Locks only keep honest people honest". If someone wants to get in and get what you have the lock is only going to slow them down.

Very True...

[mcsenerd]

I said to heck with it...and bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/SAM-Security-S.../dp/B00DH2VOXK

After setting up a pre-paid AT&T SIM chip in it and buying a dirt cheap expansion kit and external horn... I've got every door armed in my RV. I can arm it and monitor it from my phone via text messages. My only outstanding item is to get it wired into the 12v of the coach (it's still using the wall wart for now...so only really beneficial when we're actually camping/plugged into shore power/generator running).

Is it perfect? Nope...of course not. Even an alarm system isn't going to fully protect you from a serious thief, but it's just another layer of deterrence and possibly enough to scare off an intruder.

[Seann45]

Any of the cam style locks I can have open in under a min. changing the lock will keep other RVers honest but the real crooks can get past them.. changing the lock will get most crooks to go on to easier pickings.. Best security you can get.. a sign that says "Beware of my pet Python"

[Carleen]

I have never picked this style lock due to lack of needing to. What are your thoughts on these? They are different from the standard straight key, cam-style lock:

[Diesels dad]

Just got mine, entry door and four storage bays. Great locks, easy install and one key does it all. Highly Recommend.