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Fridge lock

Posted: 16 Nov 2017, 16:20
by John Riley
Hi, I've just purchased a 1988 Autosleeper, Trident. Just a couple of small jobs to do. One is the fridge has the lock missing. I've attached a pic of the unit, does anyone have an idea what sort of lock is needed and where I could get one from.
Still finding my way around this great site, and my lovely van.

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Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 16 Nov 2017, 17:34
by scottbott
my original Autosleeper got broken (by me) and now I use a golf Tee it fits spot on

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 16 Nov 2017, 17:52
by jrt
scottbott wrote:my original Autosleeper got broken (by me) and now I use a golf Tee it fits spot on
SNAP^^^
David

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 16 Nov 2017, 18:49
by nicq
They are around https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CARAVAN-MOTO ... 0005.m1851" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 16 Nov 2017, 18:54
by Oldiebut goodie
Golf ball tee for me also. :)

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 16 Nov 2017, 22:45
by shrig1969
Allen key is a snug fit too.

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 17 Nov 2017, 09:10
by John Riley
Many thanks all. Great answers from where to buy the part, to great alternatives.
We are having our first trip away next weekend, that should tell me what I need.

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 23 Nov 2017, 23:15
by lefty67
golf tee for me too. :)

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 25 Nov 2017, 08:45
by Ant-t
Golf tee is a good idea, must try it, I use a bolt which fits nicely.

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 04 Jan 2018, 22:04
by mike9009
Golf tee here too :D :D :D

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 05 Jan 2018, 14:26
by Mr Bean
Mine was missing when I got the van so I fitted a small brass shot bolt gismo so I can lock the fridge closed while on the move.
I also made an offset device similar to the holding the back door open a tad for those hot summer nights gadjet :roll: so that I can hold the door a shade ajar when the fridge is not in use.
BTW Golf! A good walk spoiled :wink:
CS

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 19 Feb 2018, 18:53
by ryantrooper
Going to make you all jealous now: Still got the original.

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 19 Feb 2018, 19:52
by lodgey62
I made one out of wood

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 20 Feb 2018, 22:11
by andyvw
Turned one from aluminium, could do a few more if needed

Re: Fridge lock

Posted: 21 Feb 2018, 08:53
by Born Too Late
andyvw wrote:Turned one from aluminium, could do a few more if needed

I might be interested if you do, still got the original but its only a matter of time before the kids break it