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Downsizer · 03-15-2019, 03:13 PM

Hi everyone,
Have a 2000 Windsor and want to change the locks on the Bay Storage Doors. I can't see how they would be changed out?
It looks like I have to take off the inside door panel to get to the latch area? There are a whole bunch of rivets holding that inside panel on.... is that what is needed to change the locks? The latches themselves are fine. I just need to change the locks out.
Thanks for any suggestions!
Bernie

Twomed · 03-15-2019, 03:37 PM

Good locksmith. It takes a special Trimark key to remove the lock cylinder. You can order new cylinders all keyed alike...but need that special key to remove the old ones. A really good smith can do them without the key.

Some bigger RV dealers should be able to do this as well.

jacwjames · 03-15-2019, 06:23 PM

On my 2002 Windsor they actually installed small access doors to got to the locks. You might consider cutting a hole to access the lock and then using a premade door over it. You can buy small access doors at Lowes or HD of different sizes.

Downsizer · 03-16-2019, 02:08 PM

Thanks guys!
Bigger problem though. My goal was to install the barrel lock type lock and key, since the Trimark are fairly common?
I already have the Trimark ones installed and they work great. Just wanted something even more difficult to unlock.
Unfortunately, my latch mold also includes the lock area. I can't remove the actual lock assembly and install those barrel type locks since the latch is all one molded assembly - see picture. The piece on the bottom is pressed onto the molded section and can't be removed as is.
I know Trimark keys are unique and that's so much better than the original latches from the factory that everyone has a key for - I was just hoping to upgrade my Trimarks.
Appreciate the idea of the trap door for the inside though - much better idea than drilling out all the rivets!
Thanks
Bernie