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Old 07-27-2008, 09:34 PM   #21
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Re: How to lock them doors!

does anyone know where to get one of these super strong magnets and if they are strong enough to keep someone from pushing hard on the door and it opening?

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Old 08-05-2008, 11:19 AM   #22
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Re: How to lock them doors!

I'm not sure about an electromagnet, but for regular magnets, I've found Gaussboys to be cheap and fast delivery-wise.

If you have any questions as to how powerful these magnets can be, check out their 'crazy pics' page!
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Old 08-09-2008, 09:23 AM   #23
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Re: How to lock them doors!

Awhile back someone posted a pic. of their electric back door lock, does anyone remember who that was or where the pictures may be found? The pic I am looking for is of a solenoid mounted inside the bus on the back wall.
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Old 08-09-2008, 09:05 PM   #24
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Re: How to lock them doors!

The problem with padlocks is, they ony work on the outside, so if you stop at a truck stop or Wallies for the night, you can't really lock the inside... unless you put another hasp on the inside. And then you've got the added problem of a fast exit in case of fire or other emergency. I just don't think padlocks are the best idea. The very first thing I did on my Bus was to remove the double swing doors and replace it with something else...
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Old 08-10-2008, 01:15 AM   #25
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Re: How to lock them doors!

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The problem with padlocks is, they ony work on the outside, so if you stop at a truck stop or Wallies for the night, you can't really lock the inside... unless you put another hasp on the inside. And then you've got the added problem of a fast exit in case of fire or other emergency. I just don't think padlocks are the best idea...
Humm... Not with my paddle lock setup



Someone else mentioned the "how do i get out in a hurry" issue with a paddlelock a while ago, that's why I made the video.
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Old 08-11-2008, 01:23 PM   #26
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Re: How to lock them doors!

Well, the average 'house' door is 1 1/2 to 2" in thickness ...

If the bus door is -thinner- than this it could be an issue ... Unless you could just install the lock in the body and run the bolt into the door instead?

I'm still in negotiations for my bus, so I'm not sure how these measurements coincide with the bus reality ...
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Old 08-11-2008, 02:19 PM   #27
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Yep! Well ... So long as you can fit the slide bolt and 'works' inside the door ...
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Old 08-11-2008, 06:02 PM   #28
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Philbus, I love the duel purpose locking system, I will definitely steel the inside usage of the lock, great stuff! My only question with the padlock is aren't you worried about someone just taking some lock cutters to it and gaining entry?
That thought crossed my mind, but if someone wants into a bus bad enough no lock will stop them... after all my bus has 48 side windows, 2 windshields, and 4 back windows that could be "access points" if someone wanted in bad enough. Like the saying goes "locks only keep honest people honest"

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Couldn't a person remove the handle/latch assy. completely from the door & the jamb, patch the holes, then install a commercial quality (which are usually stainless) lockset like the one on the door to your house? Keyed entry outside, and lock release inside? Smitty
Great idea! I hate that big bar opener on the back door anyway.
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Old 08-11-2008, 09:40 PM   #29
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Re: How to lock them doors!

Another fellow posted these pics of his back door lock a few months ago.




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Old 08-11-2008, 09:54 PM   #30
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Here's the pic I have been looking for of another guy's lock here.

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Humm... Not with my paddle lock setup



Someone else mentioned the "how do i get out in a hurry" issue with a paddlelock a while ago, that's why I made the video.
Where did you get that little angle plate and how'd you go about drilling the hole in the outside handle? Great idea!
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Old 10-14-2017, 02:47 PM   #32
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Hey Adic27,

I am not sure if you noticed but the post you are asking questions about is over 9 years old and Phillibus has not been active on the board since 2014.
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Sorry, didn't notice. Still lookin for advice if anyone subscribed to the thread is willing to shed light.

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Sorry, didn't notice. Still lookin for advice if anyone subscribed to the thread is willing to shed light.

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The angle piece is just a scrap of angle iron w/ holes drilled in it. Then, painted racing red.
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The angle piece is just a scrap of angle iron w/ holes drilled in it. Then, painted racing red.
You think he used a regular drill bit? How about on the handle?
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You think he used a regular drill bit? How about on the handle?
Yep- regular drill bit, no problem. Just remove the handle and put in a vice (padded) for safety. Drill press is moor better. You got this- that handle is soft pot metal. The angle scrap- Lowes/HD is slightly harder, but few minutes, tops.
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