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Will N · 11-04-2025, 10:53 AM

Does anyone know of anyone selling original lock cylinders that would fit a '29 rumble seat handle? I took my original apart to get it re-plated and the lock cylinder broke in two. Would a lock cylinder from a reproduction fit in an original handle? Thanks

400A · 11-06-2025, 08:07 AM

The repro lock cylinders will not work in an original handle. At least none of the repros I have seen.

nkaminar · 11-06-2025, 09:28 AM

Take it to a locksmith and see what they say.

rotorwrench · 11-07-2025, 12:55 PM

The door lock cylinders that some sources sell are for the independent locks so they are different. I haven't looked and the integral to door handle locks on those that are reproduced that way. They are reproduction so may not be all that close to the old tech Ford door handles. It would take a good bit of research to see if any of the later Ford door handles may be similar. 32phil over on the Early V8 side may know more about compatibility than anyone else I'm familiar with. He cuts keys for some of the later Fords.

CWPASADENA · 11-08-2025, 12:51 AM

Send your handle to Dick Crabtree, he will straighten it out for you. He restores all the Model A locks and Pop Out Ignition switches, does an excellent job at fair prices.

Dick Crabtree
[email protected]
605-487-7229, 281-615-2261

Will N · 11-08-2025, 11:34 AM

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Thanks everyone!

11-04-2025, 10:53 AM	#1
Will N Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,337	1929 Rumble Seat Lock Cylinder Does anyone know of anyone selling original lock cylinders that would fit a '29 rumble seat handle? I took my original apart to get it re-plated and the lock cylinder broke in two. Would a lock cylinder from a reproduction fit in an original handle? Thanks

11-06-2025, 08:07 AM	#2
400A Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: New England Posts: 191	Re: 1929 Rumble Seat Lock Cylinder The repro lock cylinders will not work in an original handle. At least none of the repros I have seen.

11-06-2025, 09:28 AM	#3
nkaminar Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 6,861	Re: 1929 Rumble Seat Lock Cylinder Take it to a locksmith and see what they say. __________________ A is for apple, green as the sky. Step on the gas, for tomorrow I die. Forget the brakes, they really don't work. The clutch always sticks, and starts with a jerk. My car grows red hair, and flies through the air. Driving's a blast, a blast from the past.

11-07-2025, 12:55 PM	#4
rotorwrench Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 18,018	Re: 1929 Rumble Seat Lock Cylinder The door lock cylinders that some sources sell are for the independent locks so they are different. I haven't looked and the integral to door handle locks on those that are reproduced that way. They are reproduction so may not be all that close to the old tech Ford door handles. It would take a good bit of research to see if any of the later Ford door handles may be similar. 32phil over on the Early V8 side may know more about compatibility than anyone else I'm familiar with. He cuts keys for some of the later Fords.

11-08-2025, 12:51 AM	#5
CWPASADENA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PASADENA, CA Posts: 1,962	Re: 1929 Rumble Seat Lock Cylinder Send your handle to Dick Crabtree, he will straighten it out for you. He restores all the Model A locks and Pop Out Ignition switches, does an excellent job at fair prices. Dick Crabtree [email protected] 605-487-7229, 281-615-2261

11-08-2025, 11:34 AM	#6
Will N Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,337	Re: 1929 Rumble Seat Lock Cylinder Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks everyone!