So I don't have any of the keys for any of the locks on my newly acquired 1995 Fleetwood Wilderness travel trailer? What would my options be? My most urgent need is for the entry door. Would Fleetwood be able to replace the keys or would they still have replacement door parts? Thanks.
No Keys - What are my options
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NY_Dutch
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Any good mobile locksmith should be able to hand fit the needed keys at a nominal cost. If the door is unlocked, remove the assembly, take it to a stationary locksmith, and save a few bucks.
Gary RV_Wizard
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The keys are almost universal - there are only a few different key codes for most RVs of that era. Look for a number on the lock. CH751 is one common key; 9901/MMK is another. You can order them online or buy on Ebay, but most likely an RV shop will just hand you one of a dozen they have lying around.
Most RV dealers, RV techs, and even campground offices have a set of the most common keys. Most any of them could help you out, but it's easiest if you know the key numbers.
More unique locks are available now if you are worried about this, but most people don't really have valuables in their RV anyway.
Most RV dealers, RV techs, and even campground offices have a set of the most common keys. Most any of them could help you out, but it's easiest if you know the key numbers.
More unique locks are available now if you are worried about this, but most people don't really have valuables in their RV anyway.
John From Detroit
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I would park it at a good locksmith for a day, But here are your options.
if you can identify the lock maker, Often there are numbers visible on teh OUTSIDE of the lock that indicate the key code You can simply order new keys on line or from a dealer.. Downside, they charge 20 bucks for a 2.00 key.
Or you can go to a locksmith.. He may be able to code cut the keys (Often a bit cheaper) or he can "Decode" the lock by a method they call rubbing.. (I seriously have no idea how this is done) About the same 20/key I think, but a good locksmith won't need long to do it.. Fred's in Detroit, MI is such a lock smith. But any good one can do it.
(Fred's has more key blanks than any other 3 locksmiths in the Detroit area).
if you can identify the lock maker, Often there are numbers visible on teh OUTSIDE of the lock that indicate the key code You can simply order new keys on line or from a dealer.. Downside, they charge 20 bucks for a 2.00 key.
Or you can go to a locksmith.. He may be able to code cut the keys (Often a bit cheaper) or he can "Decode" the lock by a method they call rubbing.. (I seriously have no idea how this is done) About the same 20/key I think, but a good locksmith won't need long to do it.. Fred's in Detroit, MI is such a lock smith. But any good one can do it.
(Fred's has more key blanks than any other 3 locksmiths in the Detroit area).
Joezeppy
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Gary RV_Wizard
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Pre-cut Trimark CH751 and 500 keys can be found on Ebay. Probably others too.
60-250 is the lock model - the key cylinder has a separate number. Given that this is an older rig, odds are strong that the main latch is a CH751 but the deadbolt will be different. Might be a 500, though. The 751 and 500 combination is still quite common.
60-250 is the lock model - the key cylinder has a separate number. Given that this is an older rig, odds are strong that the main latch is a CH751 but the deadbolt will be different. Might be a 500, though. The 751 and 500 combination is still quite common.
John From Detroit
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So long as the locks are Original a good locksmith can do wonders. So can Fleetwood
Even if the locks have been changed SOME locksmiths can still do wonders but you need a real good oe for that.
Even if the locks have been changed SOME locksmiths can still do wonders but you need a real good oe for that.
lavarock1210
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I replaced my door lock with an RV lock.
http://www.rvlocksandmore.com/?utm_source=mv&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=intent&gclid=CKqvycHi2-kCFYRLfgodEqEH8A&gclsrc=ds
With the rv lock I no longer have to carry a key nor does anyone in the family. That way we lock the trailer every time we leave the trailer and do not have to worry about a family member being locked out.
http://www.rvlocksandmore.com/?utm_source=mv&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=intent&gclid=CKqvycHi2-kCFYRLfgodEqEH8A&gclsrc=ds
With the rv lock I no longer have to carry a key nor does anyone in the family. That way we lock the trailer every time we leave the trailer and do not have to worry about a family member being locked out.
