Key barrel loose in box

[paul_f]

Hello

I just picked this full box from the son of a retired mechanic.

The key barrel is loose, is there way I can tighten this as it doesn't appear to have any access when I remove the top drawer

Thanks
Paul

 

[paul_f]

 

[paul_f]

 

[The Cobbler]

that's a common "cam lock" , there has to be a way to get to the backside to tighten the nut or replace the spring clip ( 2 ways they mount)
you'll have to remove the top drawer to gain access . there might be a shield over the lock or something, but it will be accessible

 

[paul_f]

That's what I thought, but there isn't an access hole

 

[driftpin]

If you want to be able to lock it and don't have its key, your local locksmith will have a replacement for not much $ and it comes w/a variety of clasps. They fit common configurations, or you may find yours rattling around in one of the drawers or in the bottom.

 

[The Cobbler]

there has to be a way in to it, somehow. can't tell from the pics, is that inside panel welded to the box or a sperate piece ?

 

[PCustoms]

That's what I thought, but there isn't an access hole

What's the giant slotted screw?

 

[paul_f]

What's the giant slotted screw?

That's part of the locking mechanism. When I lock it, it moves

 

[larry_g]

Have you pulled more drawers to see if it is accessible from the bottom? Can you turn the lockset from the outside to try to tighten it up or is keyed to the frame?

lg
no neat sig line

 

[LXCam]

Looks like you’re missing the latch off it.