Citabria Door Lock Problem

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blokes

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Hi,

I just got a '79 7ECA. When I first got it the door lock worked fine. Today, when I tried to lock it, the key turned, the latch was locked, but I could not remove the key. It would unlock and the key came right out. Any suggestions, ideas?

Thanks!

Bill
 
Spray it with some graphite/silicone/teflon/or some other lubricant. The tumblers, or whatever they are called get corroded over time and get sticky. Ususally a quick blast of lubricant and a few cycles of the key solve the problem.

Keith
 
Thanks Keith! That did the trick. It was so simple and obvious! I was looking for something more complicated and expensive! :wink:

Bill
 
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