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Super vac 3 cam locks

Detbjr

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Hi guys. Any of you who have a super vac 3 from Coleman Hanna - could you tell me the depth of the cam lock on the panel? There are 2 per vac. I think it’s a 3/8 because the panel thickness is about 1/8 inch and the latch is 16ga sheet metal. But wanted to check an actual install before I order. My vacuums have no locks and I have nothing to compare.IMG_3691.jpeg
 

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I don’t know the answer but I always order my cam locks from Coleman. 90% of them have a cam lock that use a JC500 or JC600 key. You might not want that if you have a bill acceptor but it makes it easier for a tech to service if you use those keys
 
I meant to measure yesterday and forgot. I'll try to do it today. I'd rather not pay what Coleman charges for locks that I can get for half the price and also get a unique key.
 
I ended up going to a locksmith, got a 3/8 cam lock and I ordered extra long straight latches. I cut them down to get a tight latch. I
 
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