For you RV'ers...a handy tip

Clgy_Dave2.0 · #1 03-15-2015, 06:52 AM

So you know how your RV storage compartments all have the same universal cam lock? That's right everyone in that campsite has the same universal CH751 key as yours and can get to your stuff inside the "locked' storage compartments.
Replace them with these bad boys!!! http://www.padlockoutlet.com/390-Ser...-Cam-Lock.html

Set your own combo. Never have to worry about losing keys!! Go one step further and hide a set of your regular door lock keys inside one of those storage areas and Voila!!! Never get locked out again. Or realize after you've driven down to the rv storage place, you forgot the rv keys at home...or lost them on a hike, etc etc. Ingenious!!!

sewerrat · #2 03-15-2015, 08:32 AM

Good idea, but what if you are driving and it is raining, all dirt, silt, road grime gets in the locks, and you can't wash it out then the lock will seize up, then I have to break into that compartment.

Mountain Guy · #3 03-15-2015, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by sewerrat

Good idea, but what if you are driving and it is raining, all dirt, silt, road grime gets in the locks, and you can't wash it out then the lock will seize up, then I have to break into that compartment.

They can't be any cheaper than the keyed one's. They don't work half the time either.

WayneChristie · #4 03-15-2015, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by sewerrat

Good idea, but what if you are driving and it is raining, all dirt, silt, road grime gets in the locks, and you can't wash it out then the lock will seize up, then I have to break into that compartment.

piece of duct tape over the keyhole. do that with my boat trailer lock too

thumper · #5 03-15-2015, 09:29 AM

Now why haven't I thought of that Wayne?
Thanks for solving an ongoing problem of mine

Clgy_Dave2.0 · #6 03-15-2015, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by sewerrat

Good idea, but what if you are driving and it is raining, all dirt, silt, road grime gets in the locks, and you can't wash it out then the lock will seize up, then I have to break into that compartment.

What's that got to do with the OP? You have the same problem no matter WHAT type of cam lock is on your storage door.

Kim473 · #7 03-15-2015, 12:09 PM

Those three digit locks take all of 10 mins to get the combo. They should make all of them at least 4 digits. I like combos with letters, 26 differant letters per tumbler rather than 10 in the number system.

Mountain Guy · #8 03-15-2015, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Kim473

Those three digit locks take all of 10 mins to get the combo. They should make all of them at least 4 digits. I like combos with letters, 26 differant letters per tumbler rather than 10 in the number system.

It would take all of 5 secs ( no matter what lock ) if you really wanted to get into an RV compartment.

Selkirk · #9 03-15-2015, 04:13 PM

I had them change out those locks with ones keyed differently, before I towed it home from the dealership (they gave them to me for free

).

And yes, taping over the keyhole of the lock works great for keeping the *&^%$# out, while traveling and in storage.

And yes, no matter what kind of lock, they're very easy to break into.

Mac

Clgy_Dave2.0 · #10 03-15-2015, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Mountain Guy

It would take all of 5 secs ( no matter what lock ) if you really wanted to get into an RV compartment.

^ This.
But at least not having your tools, hitch gear etc locked in a compartment that everyone has a key to is better than nothing.
I thought it was a great tip. Wasn't suggesting a way to turn your RV into fort Knox. Trust this forum to look for every conceivable scenario to shoot down a simple good suggestion.

Clgy_Dave2.0 · #11 03-15-2015, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MacLeod

I had them change out those locks with ones keyed differently, before I towed it home from the dealership (they gave them to me for free

).

Smart thinking.

purgatory.sv · #12 03-15-2015, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Clgy_Dave2.0

^ This.
But at least not having your tools, hitch gear etc locked in a compartment that everyone has a key to is better than nothing.
I thought it was a great tip. Wasn't suggesting a way to turn your RV into fort Knox. Trust this forum to look for every conceivable scenario to shoot down a simple good suggestion.

Yes it is a good tip; one I didn’t think of was the tape, so I value what you have posted.
Welcome back.

carbi stone · #13 03-15-2015, 05:43 PM

I always have trouble with my locks bieng sticky even when sprayed up with wd-40. Not sure if combo would be better but I like the thought of no one else having the same key.
Thanks for the tip.

birdee · #14 03-15-2015, 07:12 PM

wd40 solvent in a can washes out all the oil no lubrication qualities at all.

sako1 · #15 03-15-2015, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by birdee

wd40 solvent in a can washes out all the oil no lubrication qualities at all.

Wd40 actually lubricates quite well,it just doesn't last that long.

vcmm · #16 03-15-2015, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Clgy_Dave2.0

^ This.
But at least not having your tools, hitch gear etc locked in a compartment that everyone has a key to is better than nothing.
I thought it was a great tip. Wasn't suggesting a way to turn your RV into fort Knox. Trust this forum to look for every conceivable scenario to shoot down a simple good suggestion.

Dave2.0...
Welcome to AO. Just the usual positive stuff that happens here

Don't let it get to you.

Mountain Guy · #17 03-15-2015, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Clgy_Dave2.0

^ This.
But at least not having your tools, hitch gear etc locked in a compartment that everyone has a key to is better than nothing.
I thought it was a great tip. Wasn't suggesting a way to turn your RV into fort Knox. Trust this forum to look for every conceivable scenario to shoot down a simple good suggestion.

??
I'm on your side dude.
I said it was a good idea. Personally I don't think there's a lot of bad guys that look to break in and steal lawn chairs, weiner sticks and ground mats.
I leave my hitch sitting on the ground under my trailer

omega50 · #18 03-15-2015, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by vcmm

Dave2.0...
Welcome to AO. Just the usual positive stuff that happens here

Don't let it get to you.

Calgary Dave is back from a self imposed hiatus as a new and improved version.

His style is unmistakeable

Emotional Meltdown in 3.2.1

Clgy_Dave2.0 · #19 03-15-2015, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Mountain Guy

??
I'm on your side dude.
I said it was a good idea. Personally I don't think there's a lot of bad guys that look to break in and steal lawn chairs, weiner sticks and ground mats.
I leave my hitch sitting on the ground under my trailer

Yeah Sorry, I didn't express that well.
I was agreeing with you and then the rest was a different thought on other posts.

Selkirk · #20 03-15-2015, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by omega50

Calgary Dave is back from a self imposed hiatus as a new and improved version.

His style is unmistakeable

Emotional Meltdown in 3.2.1

"Clgy_Dave2.0" = "Calgary Dave" ??? ... I thought that too at first, but now I'm not so sure.

This is something for the Mods to sort out.

Mac

purgatory.sv · #21 03-16-2015, 12:23 AM

Forgive me for I will sin.

I know that this poster could or was a previous member.

I do not know the crimes that could have been committed and cannot judge.

I am guilty.

I like fire.

Clgy_Dave2.0 · #22 03-16-2015, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by MacLeod

"Clgy_Dave2.0" = "Calgary Dave" ??? ... I thought that too at first, but now I'm not so sure.

This is something for the Mods to sort out.

Mac

Lol. I thought it was obvious. My old account was deactivated 14 months ago. I scrambled both the password and reg'd email, so I can't even reset my password. There were a few users I needed to get a hold of and the only way I could was to re register. I see not much has changed though.