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on my acw4/5 I have one of the medeco lock that would not turn with the key anymore , does anyone have an idea how to get this the lock out please PM me.
 

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on my acw4/5 I have one of the medeco lock that would not turn with the key anymore , does anyone have an idea how to get this the lock out please PM me.
Have you tried spraying lube in the lock. I've used WD-40 successfully but your locksmith probably has a lube specifically for locks.
 

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Our local locksmiths favor "TriFlow with teflon" over WD40.
 

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Try to find one with the penetrating silicone. It tends to loosen up the lock better and keeps it lubricated.
 

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I've noticed that if the V-channel in the lock is at the bottom, it can sit in water and pick up rust and jam. I always turn it so it's at the top.
 

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I use powdered graphite to keep locks lubricated. Works great. Not sure it will free up a stuck lock though.

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I use powdered graphite to keep locks lubricated. Works great. Not sure it will free up a stuck lock though.

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No, it can't penetrate anything once it's stuck. I know locksmiths say not to use WD-40 on locks, but it seems to do an excellent job on the Medeco plug locks to unstick them and keep them free.
 

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I use PB Blaster.
I buy it from Crest Ind. but I'm sure you can probably get it at Lowes or Home Depot.
It works when WD40 doesn't.
 

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I use PB Blaster.
I buy it from Crest Ind. but I'm sure you can probably get it at Lowes or Home Depot.
It works when WD40 doesn't.
I agree, PB Blaster is probably the best penetrating oil out there.

I've found AmsOil MP HD works better than WD-40 especially in protecting from rust.
 

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Zep makes a good penetrating silicone spray that I think is available at Home Depot.
 
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