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Broken_down? · 01-08-2005, 06:56 PM

how do I get it open with ruining anything? The button will not go in to open.

Rich

71swb4x4 · 01-08-2005, 07:08 PM

Does the button have a key hole? Some of the buttons locked, they use the ignition key to unlock them.
Otherwise try some PB Blaster or something similar and let it sit. That may loosen it up.

Blue Beard · 01-08-2005, 07:19 PM

If it needs lubed, I prefer liquid graphite. It flows though leaving a non greasy film to help lube things. Then dries leaving the film to lubricate.

Oil based products just help draw more dirt in....

vtblazer · 01-08-2005, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue Beard

If it needs lubed, I prefer liquid graphite. It flows though leaving a non greasy film to help lube things. Then dries leaving the film to lubricate.

Oil based products just help draw more dirt in....

True enough but liquid graphite won't break down rust/corrosion if that's the problem.

Fred T · 01-08-2005, 09:26 PM

Sounds like something is jammed inside. You can try squirting lube in. First I would try pushing the button in while pushing against the door around the button to get the load off the latch. If all else fails you can cut the bottom out of the cardboard. The box is a $10 part.

Willy Prost · 01-08-2005, 11:42 PM

I will second pushing the door closed while trying to get the button to respond. Mine sticks sometimes and that is all I need to get it to reconsider.

woodrow59 · 01-09-2005, 12:08 AM

I agree with Fred T, just keep messing with it,,,press the button in and out while pulling and pushing on the door. Maybe just hit the door "lightly" with the side of your fist. That little spring in there and the latch can get worn out. That's what I did on one of mine. Sometimes it takes a little patience.

After you get it open don't shut it !!! LOL No really,,,,replace it , they're cheap,,,,,or do like I did,,,,,,Put in a locking button from a Freightliner,, I don't know the part # but it came in a set of door locks for a big 'ol truck !!!! Wifey brought home some obsolete parts from work one day that were going to be trashed. Found a Bosch alternator ( it fits, just ai'nt figured out the wiring) and a couple of bags of lock sets that included one that exactly fits the glove box door. I've got a locking glove box with a Freightliner key,,,,,ya never know what might work on these trucks !!!!!

01-08-2005, 07:08 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Does the button have a key hole? Some of the buttons locked, they use the ignition key to unlock them. Otherwise try some PB Blaster or something similar and let it sit. That may loosen it up. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

01-08-2005, 07:19 PM	#3
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	If it needs lubed, I prefer liquid graphite. It flows though leaving a non greasy film to help lube things. Then dries leaving the film to lubricate. Oil based products just help draw more dirt in.... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

01-08-2005, 09:26 PM	#5
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Sounds like something is jammed inside. You can try squirting lube in. First I would try pushing the button in while pushing against the door around the button to get the load off the latch. If all else fails you can cut the bottom out of the cardboard. The box is a $10 part. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

01-09-2005, 12:08 AM	#7
woodrow59 OzarkHillbilly in Atlanta Join Date: May 2002 Location: Douglasville, Ga. Salem, Mo. Posts: 386	I agree with Fred T, just keep messing with it,,,press the button in and out while pulling and pushing on the door. Maybe just hit the door "lightly" with the side of your fist. That little spring in there and the latch can get worn out. That's what I did on one of mine. Sometimes it takes a little patience. After you get it open don't shut it !!! LOL No really,,,,replace it , they're cheap,,,,,or do like I did,,,,,,Put in a locking button from a Freightliner,, I don't know the part # but it came in a set of door locks for a big 'ol truck !!!! Wifey brought home some obsolete parts from work one day that were going to be trashed. Found a Bosch alternator ( it fits, just ai'nt figured out the wiring) and a couple of bags of lock sets that included one that exactly fits the glove box door. I've got a locking glove box with a Freightliner key,,,,,ya never know what might work on these trucks !!!!! __________________ 72 custom/10 LWB 68 Longhorn C20 Custom Camper (sold)

01-08-2005, 11:42 PM	#6
Willy Prost Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 398	I will second pushing the door closed while trying to get the button to respond. Mine sticks sometimes and that is all I need to get it to reconsider.



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