[Davidf]

Sorry old thread. But, I am restoring my toolbox lid...man was it in bad shape. Some repair shop used copious amounts of mud and sculpted the bottom corners from nothing. 7 individual welded in metal pieces per side later and it is starting to look good again and be rust free.

And, the key cylinder/latch was some kind of home contraption. The latch handle was broken and you open the door by turning the key which operated the latch. This made sense because it seems a door key cylinder was used. The key turns either direction and the key will inly come out in the vertical position...just like a door lock cylinder.

Anyway, anyone have a lead on the proper lock cylinder. If not, going to modify what I have to work. Basically have to leave the key in the cylinder when you unlock and open the toolbox door. Close the door and you get your key back with a locked toolbox. Good feature to ensure you don't drive away with the door open.

I estimate I will have 40 hours into the repairs getting it ready for paint.