I got a used metal file cabinet with a lock, but without the key and I want to replace the lock. I removed the drawers and unhooked the piece attaching the lock tumbler to the metal pulley system that engages the drawers when locked. There is a metal clip attached to the tumbler, however, that I cannot remove. I have tried using a pliers and a screwdriver; nothing seems to work! How do I remove the clip so I can remove the lock? Do I even need to remove the clip to remove the lock?
2007-01-14 09:44:35 · 10 answers · asked by rolshmin267 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I've had a similar problem but the locks may not be exactly the same. With my lock I found that there was a ring on the back side of the lock that screwed on to hold it in place - simply unscrew it - I'm guessing this may be what you preceive to be a clip. Don't know if this'll help but good luck with it.
2007-01-14 10:52:15 · answer #1 · answered by velcroboy15 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Friend that's the nature of the beast,Drill the lock barrel out and remove the innards
2007-01-14 09:49:44 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Dog Johnson 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you know how 2 pick a lock you might could get it open
2007-01-14 09:48:47 · answer #3 · answered by Britt Brat 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try a .22 cal handgun.
2007-01-14 09:47:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Drill it out.
2007-01-14 11:24:20 · answer #5 · answered by krazykritik 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A crowbar?
2007-01-14 09:47:55 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have to use a hack saw.
2007-01-14 11:27:41 · answer #7 · answered by robert m 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Drill it out.
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2007-01-14 10:20:46 · answer #8 · answered by Icteridae 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Know any safe-crackers?
2007-01-14 09:51:16 · answer #9 · answered by Judy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hammer
2007-01-14 09:47:38 · answer #10 · answered by BULL 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋