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Subject:Re: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch
From:Ben T
Date:Fri, 25 Apr 2003 08:59:37 EDT

In a message dated 4/24/03 8:26:42 PM Pacific Daylight Time, gull@GULL.US
writes:

<< I'm not sure about the sliding door and rear hatch locks.  Does anyone
 know if these can be disassembled and rekeyed like the front door handles?
 I have no less than three different keyings on my Westy's locks and I'd
 like to try to make them all the same. >>

David,

The sliding door lock has a teensy tiny retaining screw in the side which
looks more like a roll pin. It is often camouflaged by paint overspray. Get
the screw out and the rest is as simple as the door locks. I haven't tried
the hatch lock yet.

BenT Keyes