[VAC] Re: Deadbolt FUD?

["James Greene" <drgreene@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dave, I believe it's Daisy who has complete instructions and pictures  on
her web site for mounting a deadbolt (which I think is a good addition).
Unless I'm mistaken, deadbolts come as standard equipment on later model
trailers so I assume there's some other reason the Factory doesn't want to
do them. I believe the preferred way is to install the lock mechanism in the
door frame and the bolt is cut down (thinned) and goes in a hole drilled in
the edge of the door. I'll eventually install a deadbolt in my Tradewind as
extra security and to prevent the door from blowing open when traveling. As
to the brand of deadbolt to buy, I'm going to use the same brand as is
installed on my house entrance doors and have the deadbolt keyed like the
other locks so there's one less key to keep up with.

Jim Greene
' 68 Tradewind