illinois815 Having trouble with Masters
Posted: Sun Dec 15, 2013 7:42 pmHi people.
I’ve started this thread because we seem to have hijacked JT156 introduction post and a new thread will probably generate more help for Illinois.
Hope that's not out of line
Illinois wrote “I'm still reading as many posts as I can about trying to get into Master padlocks. So far I have a #1 and #3 that are still virgins. Tried everything except top of the key tension. Have never had a wrench to do it real well, so I'll be trying to do a homemade one and see if that helps me adjust the proper tension. Been using a half diamond, a bogota, and a short hook so far with absolutely no success, but there are a lot more posts to read. If I could just rip it open once, I'd feel better”
And
“Thanks rerun - Have got the wiper blanks, and I sure as H@ll don't need anymore masters. Got (2) now that are kicking my behind, but appreciate the offer. My next thing is making a torque wrench that fits the top and bottom of the keyhole. Hoping that will change my luck”.
My two cents:
Master #1 & #3 will usually succumb to a small/medium half diamond jiggled/scrubbed.
Try varying the tension, even bouncing the tension tool a little. Start off light and work up. Also don't be too heavy handed with the pick.
If they are old locks, some lubrication (not WD40 or graphite -- circuit board cleaner works well) will help (also, a new lock can benefit).
To give you a bit of confidence (and THAT feeling) get a couple of cheap Chinese locks from the dollar shop or whatever you have there. Then go back to your Masters.
Don’t give up. Check out Medicopen’s post re: his Master Pro. For some inspiration.
Hang in there -- you’ll get it.
Anyone else got any suggestions for Illinois and his Master problems.
Cheers
I’ve started this thread because we seem to have hijacked JT156 introduction post and a new thread will probably generate more help for Illinois.
Hope that's not out of line
Illinois wrote “I'm still reading as many posts as I can about trying to get into Master padlocks. So far I have a #1 and #3 that are still virgins. Tried everything except top of the key tension. Have never had a wrench to do it real well, so I'll be trying to do a homemade one and see if that helps me adjust the proper tension. Been using a half diamond, a bogota, and a short hook so far with absolutely no success, but there are a lot more posts to read. If I could just rip it open once, I'd feel better”
And
“Thanks rerun - Have got the wiper blanks, and I sure as H@ll don't need anymore masters. Got (2) now that are kicking my behind, but appreciate the offer. My next thing is making a torque wrench that fits the top and bottom of the keyhole. Hoping that will change my luck”.
My two cents:
Master #1 & #3 will usually succumb to a small/medium half diamond jiggled/scrubbed.
Try varying the tension, even bouncing the tension tool a little. Start off light and work up. Also don't be too heavy handed with the pick.
If they are old locks, some lubrication (not WD40 or graphite -- circuit board cleaner works well) will help (also, a new lock can benefit).
To give you a bit of confidence (and THAT feeling) get a couple of cheap Chinese locks from the dollar shop or whatever you have there. Then go back to your Masters.
Don’t give up. Check out Medicopen’s post re: his Master Pro. For some inspiration.
Hang in there -- you’ll get it.
Anyone else got any suggestions for Illinois and his Master problems.
Cheers
You are doing great!