Trailer Locks Frozen

[etchicago]

Trying to find out what everybody uses for locks on their trailer?
I have tried using a few different versions of Master Lock weather proof stainless locks and they always end up frozen. If its not frozen, then we have to deal with the salt from the roads jamming them up.....
Suggestions?

 

[miaferominka]

I always carry a mini torch. You can buy them at Harbor Frieght for 5 bucks

 

[dab102999]

Spray graphite, draw back is hands get black for a while. As far as on the road I take mine off and put them on my floor board (that way I don't for get to put them on when we stop) and use big carabiners [spelling] when going down the road.

 

[anonomoose]

Tractor hitch pins work very well on the road, and locks pushed thru ziplock bags finish the biz when you get there to secure the sleds.

 

[skeeter2010]

I pack my loch with grease, the key as well as the hasp a little messy at first but works well

 

[Canoepaddler]

I cover mine with tennis balls.

 

[rakins800]

Tractor hitch pins work very well on the road, and locks pushed thru ziplock bags finish the biz when you get there to secure the sleds.

X2 really like this idea

 

[skidoosnow]

Wd40

I keep all locks on my trailer soaked with WD40. I hit them with it several time through the winter and it does a good job of repelling water. My back-up is a mini propane torch.

 

[rodehard]

Soak locks in 20W motoroil when at home. They should last the trip and weekend. Soak them again when you get home.

 

[northmnsledder]

I always keep a few things of lock deicer in the truck and coat everything real good with WD40 a few times a season. Usually never need the deicer and we tow the trailer about 6,000 miles a winter in 10 to 30 below temps (you have to love northern MN in late January).

 

[fusionfool]

I use the blue out door master locks with the cap over the keyhole. Then spray WD40 in them and put them on upside down so the keyhole is facing up. I do take them off while traveling down the road to keep road salt from working its way into them.

 

[scott_l]

I use the blue out door master locks with the cap over the keyhole. Then spray WD40 in them and put them on upside down so the keyhole is facing up. I do take them off while traveling down the road to keep road salt from working its way into them.

It's funny that you mention the blue Master locks........I just had one of those freeze up this past weekend (but I did not put it up side own). Like others mention I keep a large spray can of lock de icer in the truck. I also give mine a good soaking of Tri Flow (similar to WD40). The one this past weekend was a good one, just about pulled out the torch. I am going to try the tennis ball idea!

 

[longtrack]

I keep mine inside when I go down the Road and snap them on when I Park.

 

[mccaleb]

cut up a scrap of bicycle tube stretch over the locks. The black tube will absorb heat from the sun. You have to try it different ways depending on your locks. Wd 40 and a torch always on hand. Also when traveling I take off so my trip doesn't start out bad.

 

[ubee]

shot of ether then torch shake water and salt out

 

[cuzzinolaf]

I carry this in the back of my truck.

 

[jlemieu1]

I always fill my locks with white lithum. Messy but not as messy as graphite.

 

[xcsp]

I've used rubber gloves, the disposable type, and cut the finger tips off so if any water or moisture can drain out so the lock doesn't freeze up.

 

[mccaleb]

don't use the Master Puck locks, their the worst for winter conditions, great in summer!

 

[polarisrider1]

looks like the lock makers still have a challenge for themselves. I have tried many and none work well.