| bgalla | -- 05-04-2010 @ 6:04 PM |
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I'm in the process of restoring the above. The spare has a flip up lid with what looks like the original Hurd lock. I have had the spare and bracket to 3 locksmiths and the lock is shot. How does the cover attach to the bracket ??? Should I just drill out the old lock? Any suggestions on how to detach the tire from the bracket and proceed? Thanks Bruce
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| wmsteed | -- 05-05-2010 @ 9:39 AM |
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The tire cover on a '36 Ford is actually held in place by the outer ring, the lock is just a security devise. If the wheel/tire is locked to the mount, you have a big problem. Before you drill the lock out I would suggest you give it a liberal shot of "Krol" or any other good penetrating oil. Let the oil soak in for several days, insert a key into the lock from time to time and give it a wiggle, you might be able to save the lock, if not drill the lock out with a Dremal tool inserted into the key way. Tire mount locks are available on eBay from time to time. Bill 36 5 win delx cpe
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| bgalla | -- 05-05-2010 @ 12:34 PM |
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Bill: thanks for the advise, I've used a quart of various solvents to no avail but will try Krol. I may have to drill it. Bruce
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| Billc | -- 05-06-2010 @ 7:42 PM |
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I've had the same problem on my '36 pickup. I have tried for years to get it loose with oil of different kinds with no luck. I was recently told that I should take the whole bracket off and then take it apart from the back, easy, he said. I will try this after it is all back together. It is a comfort to know that it isn't only mine that is frozen. Bill 36 pickup 47 COE
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