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Post by shogunles on Dec 24, 2016 0:35:44 GMT -5
Hello all! I just wanted to share this site with you because in the time I have been an owner of one brand or another, I always see questions pertaining to where to buy RV knobs, locks, and keys. I found this site a few years back, when we needed a locking door knob for our bedroom door. And I was reminded of it today, because I need the same item once again.
RVlocksandmore.com, has everything to do with a door or latch. And they carry the Global Brand locks, knobs and keys. You can even buy the keys cut, if you have the number on the key. And change the lock cylinder entirely. And yes, they have replacements for the 'CH' Series latch locks. I have used them many times over the years. Their prices seem to be fair. I do not know why some of these manufacturers will not include a locking knob on at least the bathroom door! I hope this helps someone. Be well and Happy Holidays!
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Post by esox07 on Mar 12, 2017 20:08:18 GMT -5
I just ordered two Fastec FIC HF346 keys precut for my camper. I got them from an Ebay store. They were Less than $7.50 for two including shipping. I checked them in the lock and they work perfectly. www.ebay.com/itm/221769008339?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=520615829547&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AITThis is a good reminder to have a couple spares for your rig. There is nothing like spending a few hours trying to get back into your camper after you lock the keys inside or lose a key or whatever. I have one spare in a magnetic key case stashed with the trailer and one on my car key ring and another in my truck. But, if you do happen to get locked out, just ask a neighbor if you can borrow their key. Almost all RV keys are one of several and it is likely that a neighbors key will open your RV. This probably isn't a very comforting revalation for security concious owners, but it is good to be aware of. If you want more secure locks, it will probably cost quite a bit to have yours changed out with more secure ones, but something you may want to consider if you live and camp in areas that require the extra vigilance. |
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Post by Chuck on Mar 12, 2017 20:39:07 GMT -5
Also you can get HF346 keys cut an any Ace Hardware, I believe I paid $2.00 a key so it's just about
a washing from getting them I ebay ....
I always carry a extra set of keys in my truck glove compartment, as well the wife carries an extra
set for the camper and my truck when we are out camping and I have a set for the camper on my truck
key chain, never have enough LOL ....
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Post by esox07 on Mar 12, 2017 20:55:47 GMT -5
Interesting Chuck. So are you saying they have the blanks there and will cut them according to the key code for you for $2 each including the blank???
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Post by rvdude on Mar 12, 2017 21:03:50 GMT -5
I've had keys made at ace Hardware and they work great. They are just silver keys without the black ends, but they do work good.
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Post by esox07 on Mar 12, 2017 21:32:00 GMT -5
That is good to know. I guess I assumed that the local hardware stores wouldn't have the blanks necessary to make the RV lock keys. I am not sure why I made that assumption, but glad I know better now in case I ever need keys in the future.
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Post by Chuck on Apr 2, 2017 22:46:47 GMT -5
The key's I had made were Blue and Red, HF346 keys were red so I didn't have to think or even look at the cut LOL,
took about 5 minutes per key, Ace, an or local lumber company/hardware also could make Keys.
What was strange is the two out of the three RV places I went to could not make Keys but could order them ...
Safe travels Chuck
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Post by esox07 on Apr 3, 2017 9:01:34 GMT -5
I did go ahead and order two precut HF346 keys off ebay. Both arrived a few days later and both work perfectly in my locks. It cost me $7.38 for both keys. Now I have an extra set that I carry with my truck keys. One attached to the frame of the camper with a magentic box, one in the truck console and a spare in the house.
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