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| | | | Joined: Aug 2000 Posts: 29 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: Aug 2000 Posts: 29 | What is the secret of removing the lock from the glove box door on my '37 truck?
I have the door out, but can't get the nut on the lock mechanism past the lock post. Is there some release for the lock post that I am missing? I'd appreciate any help given.
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| | | | | Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,122 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,122 | I think I recall the key is used to retract the lock post. It was a long time ago since I had that task. If I'm faulty in recollection, I'm sure someone will offer a correction. I didn't have they key for mine and the locksmith that up until then had been able to help with the other locks didn't have the "magic key" on his large key ring. | | | | | Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 59 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 59 | I'm not sure if it's the same, but i had to undo the post on the back.
I used a set of pliers and unscrewed the post on the back and the lock just came out.
My truck is a 40. | | | | | Joined: Mar 2003 Posts: 315 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2003 Posts: 315 | There is a trick to doing it. I will get out my spare and refresh my memory on removing the latch. Will post it tomorrow. | | | | | Joined: Mar 2003 Posts: 315 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2003 Posts: 315 | Got this from a VCCA member.
Pull the square outward from the back of the lock, jiggle the key and the key comes out as does the latch and latch.
To reassenble, push the latch in until it clicks, look into the lock cavity and push the latch just enough to see the indention in it, push the cylinder in (with the key in it) and the peg on the back of the cylinder lined up with the indention on the latch, turn the key and it will click into place.
| | | | | Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,708 back yard wrench turner | | back yard wrench turner Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,708 | And what if I don't have the key?
Wayne1938 1-Ton Farm TruckStovebolt Gallery Forums1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it! | | | | | Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,820 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,820 | dunfire got his information from me.....so.....I can tell you that there are three possibilities. #1 - find a locksmith or Chevrolet enthusiast with a bunch of try keys and see if you can stumble across the right key. #2 - have a lock smith pick the lock and if he can get it open and maybe a key could be made. #3 - forget it because 1, 2 and 3 are the only choices you have.
"Truckin' Around .......... Since 1937!" My name is Joe and I am addicted to Classic Country Music. I just can't hep myself.Operators are standing by to take your calls! Now cruising in the Passing Lane | | | | | Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,708 back yard wrench turner | | back yard wrench turner Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,708 | Thanks Joe. Sure like your '37. 
Wayne1938 1-Ton Farm TruckStovebolt Gallery Forums1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it! | | | | | Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 138 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 138 | it has to be turned counter-clockwise. It goes about 1/8 of a turn beyond open while, at the same time, pulling back on the bottom of the latching bar that sits on the rear of the assembly. Then everything just comes apart. | | |
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