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So I cut the panel out next to the lock hole and the rod was against the door jamb. It is a pull rod lock that pulls a plunger out of the guide runner that also rotates a guide around a peg which acts as the lock. So I am now in, the panel is at this time held in place with double sided tape and the door shuts and opens but obviously does not lock. There is no handle to hold on to to lift the door but as it is a spring/cable system it easily pushes up with the flat of the hands routine. So I am in and can plan the panel refit and more importantly a outer padlock and hasp system. At least if that lock plays up it is easy to cut off and replace!
I have sorted the lock problem. The design of the door and mechanism and the fact that the garage is a concrete panel type meant the options were nigh on nil. But I had a brain wave whilst in bed, which is when my mind is active and getting to sleep is not an option. Old age and no booze! Anyway the photos show my locking device. The other two are of the hole where the handle/lock was situated and the panel I cut out is next to it. At the moment that is held in place with double sided tape to keep the weather out. Yes it could be easily removed but the space behind it is so tight nobody could get in or get stuff out of it. In fact I have to shift a fair bit out so that I can start the repair. The handle hole will be patch repaired but for now is covered with a magnet type L plate!
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No it isn't, its not as easy as seen in the videos
Do you find drilling out locks tricky , I never have any bother at all ,, being a landlord I get to do a fair few . And I certainly dont need a video on how to do it either.
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Bump keye
Ive a set of bump keys Ive had for half a life time , the chub key is exceptional its nicely worn and that makes all the difference , its like most things , you need to practice oh , a good pair of hands helps too . Its amazing how many tenants ''loose'' keys and need help , you should see what a lock smith charges for opening a door.
You will of course see that I was in fact suggesting that the original key that wasnt turning was tapped / bumped , as not every one will have a set of bump keys , or the knowledge and experience to use them .. just thought I would straighten that out for you as you may have not understood my original post , hope that helps.
