Is there anyone who can help me please

[TraceyCL]

I’ve got an Elddis Autoquest 52 plate and I’ve got to my motorhome today and I can’t lock my habitation door from either the inside or outside. All I’ve done is spray it with a bit of WD40 because the mechanism is a bit stiff. I’m currently in Wythall but have an exterior safe door lock so could travel. I’m going away in it on Wednesday so need to sort it out asap

 

[DBK]

I’ve got an Elddis Autoquest 52 plate and I’ve got to my motorhome today and I can’t lock my habitation door from either the inside or outside. All I’ve done is spray it with a bit of WD40 because the mechanism is a bit stiff. I’m currently in Wythall but have an exterior safe door lock so could travel. I’m going away in it on Wednesday so need to sort it out asap

There are mobile locksmiths but they will be expensive, especially on a Sunday. You could put some oil (cooking oil will be fine) on the key and insert and remove it from the lock a few times to lubricate it, WD40 isn't a lubricant.

 

[Stonemags76]

I don’t know much, but this will keep your post up the list for someone who does! Have you tried using the key in the drivers door? Could it be your key fob battery?

 

[TraceyCL]

I don’t know much, but this will keep your post up the list for someone who does! Have you tried using the key in the drivers door? Could it be your key fob battery?

It’s a different key. Not battery operated it’s a 21yr old van

 

[TraceyCL]

It’s a different key. Not battery operated it’s a 21yr old van

Thanks for replying though

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[pappajohn]

Does the key turn fully but just doesn't do anything.
If so part of the mechanism has become detached inside the door.
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[movan]

Tracey, if you don't get it fixed before you go away.. wangle a 'locking system' inside for whilst you in bed with bungee cords.. I had to do that once. Keep safe, hon.

(my problem turned out to be as pappa John said).

 

[jumartoo]

Tracey, if you don't get it fixed before you go away.. wangle a 'locking system' inside for whilst you in bed with bungee cords.. I had to do that once. Keep safe, hon.

(my problem turned out to be as pappa John said).

Hi Joy. It's lovely to see you posting

 

[Barriesimpson]

WD40 isn't a lubricant.

It sure is.

 

[pappajohn]

It sure is.

Regardless of what it is it's definitely NOT recommended for any kind of lock.
And it dries out pretty quickly leaving no residue so no good as a long term lubricant.
It was invented as a water dispersant, hence W(ater) D(ispersant) and was the 40th formula developed.

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[Barriesimpson]

Regardless of what it is it's definitely NOT recommended for any kind of lock.
And it dries out pretty quickly leaving no residue so no good as a long term lubricant

Well it fixed my habitation door locks no problem. I have been using WD40 for more than 200 years for anything and everything that needs loosening up and/or lubricating.

 

[Riverbankannie]

WD 40 can be anything you want it to be!

 

[Barriesimpson]

WD 40 can be anything you want it to be!
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Exactly.

 

[DBK]

It sure is.

It is in the short term but if you want something to stay lubricated use oil. That way you won't have to squirt WD40 at it for 200 years.

 

[MichaelT]

Should use graphite lock lubricant as WD40 etc will just attract dirt and dust and seize up. Probably get some in B&Q or similar or amazon but that's tomorrow.

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[Barriesimpson]

It is in the short term but if you want something to stay lubricated use oil. That way you won't have to squirt WD40 at it for 200 years.

I can do another 200 or so years as WD40 is cheap as chips. I always have a can in the van

 

[Geistguy]

Well it fixed my habitation door locks no problem. I have been using WD40 for more than 200 years for anything and everything that needs loosening up and/or lubricating.

It's very good for freeing up anything seized but you do need a better lubricant once sorted. Silicone oil or graphite spray work well.

 

[Bubba]

I prefer GT85.
If you get stuck use a ratchet strap between the front doors for safety Tracey.