Can a Universal Cam-Door Lock for Enclosed Trailers be Used in the Horizontal Position
Updated 11/21/2012 | Published 11/19/2012
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Im changing our horse trailer from a gate door style to a ramp. Im trying to decide how to lock the ramp in position and was thinking of using a universal cam lock in a horizontal position. Can it be used that way?
asked by: Mike Z
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Expert Reply:
It is possible to use the cam-door lock, # 383200, horizontally but it would need to be placed up higher than the midway point to reduce the amount of stress on it when the door is closed. Take a look at the picture I have included that shows this type of set up. For a lock you could use # BLDL-80.
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Michael H
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Cam-Action Lockable Door Latch for Small Trailers and Trucks - Zinc Plated Steel
- Trailer Door Latch
- Latches
- Cam Door Latch
- Steel
- Lock Not Included
- 5-1/8 Inch Long
- 1 Inch Wide
- Polar Hardware
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