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russcc · 08-18-2017, 06:36 PM

How do you get the lock cylinder out of a '40 coupe trunk handle ? I have the handle off. They key works most of the time, but I am sure the tumblers are worn out. Thank you Fordbarners.

Lanny · 08-18-2017, 06:57 PM

If I remember correctly, you turn the key about 1/4 of a turn, then
take a small piece of wire, and push down on the small pin on the
front/top of the lock assembly, then pull out the lock cylinder.

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deuce_roadster · 08-18-2017, 07:58 PM

Lanny is correct. You need the key in the lock to turn it so you can release it by pressing in the hole with something the will fit through it. I usually use a piece of gas or TIG welding rod small enough to fit.

32phil · 08-19-2017, 07:57 AM

Amen

fordwife · 08-19-2017, 08:05 AM

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A paper clip will work, too for removing lock.

08-18-2017, 06:36 PM	#1
russcc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,871	'40 coupe trunk lock cylinder How do you get the lock cylinder out of a '40 coupe trunk handle ? I have the handle off. They key works most of the time, but I am sure the tumblers are worn out. Thank you Fordbarners.

08-18-2017, 06:57 PM	#2
Lanny Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mn Posts: 2,411	Re: '40 coupe trunk lock cylinder If I remember correctly, you turn the key about 1/4 of a turn, then take a small piece of wire, and push down on the small pin on the front/top of the lock assembly, then pull out the lock cylinder. . __________________ If mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy. But if daddy ain't happy...RUN

08-18-2017, 07:58 PM	#3
deuce_roadster Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Shelton, WA Posts: 3,800	Re: '40 coupe trunk lock cylinder Lanny is correct. You need the key in the lock to turn it so you can release it by pressing in the hole with something the will fit through it. I usually use a piece of gas or TIG welding rod small enough to fit.

08-19-2017, 07:57 AM	#4
32phil Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Montgomery, NY & Port St. Lucie Florida Posts: 936	Re: '40 coupe trunk lock cylinder Amen __________________ Early Ford Lock & Key Service http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46583

08-19-2017, 08:05 AM	#5
fordwife Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 287	Re: '40 coupe trunk lock cylinder Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) A paper clip will work, too for removing lock.