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Old 11-01-2008, 04:36 AM   #1
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Somewhere I saw a combination lock that replaced the key type locks on the belly storage doors Does anyone know where you can find that type of lock
 
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Old 11-01-2008, 05:37 AM   #2
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You might want to browse this topic: Combination Storage Locks

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Old 11-01-2008, 09:34 AM   #3
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Not only the storage bays, but the door lock too. We discovered that our door key, will not only open all Montanae (maybe all Keystone trailers?) but Jayco as well. So much for feeling secure!
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Old 11-01-2008, 10:56 AM   #4
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Not only the storage bays, but the door lock too. We discovered that our door key, will not only open all Montanae (maybe all Keystone trailers?) but Jayco as well. So much for feeling secure!
We were told that the top lock is for dealers, everyone has a key that fits, including your neighbor.

The bottom lock should have more randomness to it.
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Old 11-01-2008, 11:00 AM   #5
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Thanks for that info. It makes me feel better! I always lock both, but Dave has always said that it isn't necessary.
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Old 11-01-2008, 11:39 AM   #6
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I don't believe in going to all the trouble to change locks on the storage doors because anyone can get into them with a screwdriver regardless of the type of lock (unless you install a hasp and padlock).

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Old 11-01-2008, 11:56 AM   #7
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These compartment doors are so flimsy anyone can get in regardless of how secure they are. You can put the most expensive lock available, you can put on 10 hasps with Master padlocks and they will still get thru those flimsy doors.
I have yet to meat anyone personally that has had their compartments broken into. Oh sure we all have heard the story of someone said that someone said that someone said that some one's compartments were broken into. Now if you wanna believe that I have some ocean front property in Arizona.....
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Old 11-01-2008, 12:13 PM   #8
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I big screw driver will get you through the door into the Montana, also. Just put it against the door jam and pop the door open.

Now a Bull Mastif on the inside, or a Pit Bull would be a big deterrent!!!

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Old 11-05-2008, 12:28 AM   #9
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Two things to add.....we purchased a 1976 Wilderness trailer to refurbish for our daughter. The folks didn't have a key for the storage compartments - thats okay our key for our 2007 Montana works just fine on it.

That said, don't try and change it. As others have said a determined thief will get in anyway and that extra minute or two you cause the thief is going to cost you alot more. The company that makes the doors (Nappaneese windows-I think) has gone out of buisness. Obviously someone is going to step in and make the doors now but no guarentee theys will match exactly or mount in the same holes.

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These compartment doors are so flimsy anyone can get in regardless of how secure they are. You can put the most expensive lock available, you can put on 10 hasps with Master padlocks and they will still get thru those flimsy doors.
I have yet to meat anyone personally that has had their compartments broken into. Oh sure we all have heard the story of someone said that someone said that someone said that some one's compartments were broken into. Now if you wanna believe that I have some ocean front property in Arizona.....
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Old 11-05-2008, 01:23 AM   #10
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For those that are not yet aware the 751 key will fit 90/95 % of ALL compartments on ALL brands of RV. It has been that way for many years.
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Old 11-05-2008, 02:14 AM   #11
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Not only the storage bays, but the door lock too. We discovered that our door key, will not only open all Montana (maybe all Keystone trailers?) but Jayco as well. So much for feeling secure!
We were told that the top lock is for dealers, everyone has a key that fits, including your neighbor.

The bottom lock should have more randomness to it.
Dealers have a Master Key that fits the top lock and this is why they tell you not to lockup using the bottom lock when dropping off your rig for service. Other than your own key and only the dealer's Master Keys will work in the top lock. The Master Key will not work in the bottom (Dead Bolt) lock. Other than your own, no other individuals key will work in the dead bolt.
Now, Having said that we should also realize that there are just so many ways to cut a key blank and therefore somewhere out there there is a key that may fit your locks BUT, by the same token, that same thing applies to EVERY key for EVERY lock including your TV, pad locks (including those by Master Lock Co.).
Even combination locks can have duplicate combinations and the same combinations would apply to all brands. Consider they only use 10 numbers and your TV needs 4 numbers for your combination. Now consider there are just so many combination variables you can get from 0 - 9.
ALSO, every lock out there can be picked. If it can't be picked we couldn't afford it and surely way to expensive to spend on our flimsy compartment doors.

Worrying about locks is like worrying about dying. There ain't a whole lot you can do about it. We are all going to die and all locks can be bypassed in some fashion. Life is way to short, pun intended, to worry about these trivial things.
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Old 11-05-2008, 04:19 AM   #12
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Most time I don't lock my basement doors, most everything can be replaced cheaper than the doors. A thief will get in if he/she wants in. As of today I am looking for another handgun with a larger clip. My Colt 380 doesn't hold enough ammo. GBY.....
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Old 11-05-2008, 05:08 AM   #13
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I do lock the side doors of the storage compoartments but can not lock the front (between the landing gear). I can close them and turndown the latches but to lock the door down is such a pain I do not bother. I always keep a #751 key with me, you would be amazed how many locks at school I can excess with that key.
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Old 11-10-2008, 11:15 AM   #14
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I locked myself out of the RV in the Woodlands. I guess I shouldn't say I locked my self out, it should be Bob locked me out. He had locked the dead bolt when he left one morning for a training seminar. I took the trash out to set it on the road for pickup and shut the door to keep the cat in. I came back to open the door and couldn't get back in. I think I had about 30 different keys that were tried by other RV'ers in the park and none would work. I finally found a local camper that owned a Montana and we tried his keys, they wouldn't work either. He did come up with the idea of the grandson crawling up the laundry chute and opening the door from the inside.

Sure was embarassing taking all of the junk out of the storage compartment. We now have a spare key hidden in case it happens again.

Oh hubby had his cell phone turned off!!

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Old 11-10-2008, 11:57 AM   #15
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Butch:
I normally don't lock 'em, but I've installed upgraded baggage door locks with (other than 751) keys.
If I'm leaving the rig overnight or am uncomfortable with anything
I lock 'em up.
I've found the best selection and reliable customer service at
www.rvadenver.com.
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Old 11-15-2008, 12:29 PM   #16
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Pretty good locks are available at Home Depot (keyed alike). We changed all 3 basement keys because we were leaving it full at a campground along a highway for 7 weeks while we drove back to Illinois to work on getting the house ready for sale. They have longer keys and longer latches. That makes it harder to pry open. It at least stops the casual thief that will try their key to 'see' if it works.
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Old 11-15-2008, 05:22 PM   #17
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We changed out all our locks. DH always says that locks are to keep honest people honest. If a thief wants in they will find a way. The bottom line is that the new locks make ME feel better.
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Old 11-16-2008, 01:25 PM   #18
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Thanks everyone for your comments. I know changing the locks won't keep the real thieves out but it might slow them down just a little bit. Thanks again
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Old 11-17-2008, 12:02 AM   #19
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We actually had our unit robbed. They pried open the basement doors - regardless of how long the latches, those doors bend a lot. Then they crawled up through the laundry chute and grabbed about $4,000 worth of stuff. And, then they slit the sidewall of one of the tires or we may not have even noticed while we were there. I dare say that I could get into any rig if needed with a minimum of damage with either a screwdriver or cordless drill. We are now storing at an RV dealership with state of the art security system that includes lights and cameras. I do not consider my home any more secure. That being said, if it makes you feel safer go for it. Our next unit will be a side aisle (for other reasons than security)but that is one of the side benefits.

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Old 11-17-2008, 09:44 AM   #20
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We do a lot of dealer details and have a set of master keys. Almost every brand of RV uses a 751 key fror the storage areas. I believe the 9901 om M key unlocks most of the upper locks on most trailers.
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