Kyle,
I've got a weather-proof lock on my hitch pin (not sure the brand, I'll
look later). It has the little flap to cover the keyhole as well.
Sometimes I can't get the key in mine either. So, I just shoot a little
onelube, wd-40, or whatever is handy in it and let it sit a minute. Key
then goes right in for me everytime. So, like you say, maybe shooting some
lubricant in it at every oil change will keep it working properly. I'll
check the brand on mine and let you know.
--Aaron--
95 DSRC 4x4 V6
>From: "Kyle Kozubal" <grndak4x4@home.com>
>Reply-To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
>Subject: Re: DML: Weatherproof Padlocks
>Date: Mon, 22 May 2000 10:30:17 -0500
>
> > Master lock company makes rubber covers for a few of their popular
>padlocks.
> > they consist of a slipover cover for the bottom of the padlock, and two
> > gaskets that slip over the shackle to protect moisture from entering at
>the
> > locking points. I think they have them available for their #1,#3, and
>#5
> > padlocks. Master also makes a pro-series padlock, some of which have a
> > cover for the keyway. check these links out for some ideas.....
> >
> > http://www.masterlock.com/home/homecov.htm
> > http://www.masterlock.com/comm/proseries.htm
>
>Believe it or not, the 2 locks I have cut off have both been the Masterlock
>rubber covered locks with the little keyhole cap. I guess I am just going
>to
>have to look around really good and try to find a better style. I am going
>to a few locksmiths, hardware stores, and a couple of marine shops today,
>hoping to find something better. Otherwise, I will just have to do a
>regular
>lockmaintenace, possibly a check every time I change my oil at the 3,000
>mile interval. Thanks alot.
>Kyle
>93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
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