| frozen door lock [message #110679] |
Mon, 03 January 2011 13:51  |
jayrabe
Messages: 509
Registered: June 2009
Location: Portland, OR
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Had a week of below freezing, but just barely, like 24F or so. No problems with my as yet un-winterized water lines, but the lock on the door freezes.
First temperature dip I couldn't even get the key into the lock. Used a propane torch gently to gradually warm it up and got the key in, a bit more and got the key turned. Lock mechanism worked fine.
But really don't like the torch solution, so have just left the rig unlocked. Not overly concerned about theft, live in a fairly dense urban area, lots of foot traffic ie witnesses, but not happy about it either.
Thought about WD-40 but have in the back of my mind that it's not good to put into locks. Also thought about graphite powder that I've heard recommended for locks that are sticky, not sure how much it might help for freezing.
Any tips?
Thanks
J
76 PB
Portland, OR
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