Kryptonite lock stuck.

[luke scott]

So my mate took the advice from the collective here and jiggled the key in the lock and then tapped it with a hammer. It worked and the lock popped open. Thanks to everyone for the help.

 

[Wapping]

So my mate took the advice from the collective here and jiggled the key in the lock and then tapped it with a hammer. It worked and the lock popped open. Thanks to everyone for the help.

Now puff a little graphite powder in the lock, to help it staying smooth.

How to Use Graphite Lubricant

1. Clean: If possible, blow out existing dust with compressed air.
2. Apply: Squeeze a small amount of powder into the keyhole or onto the key.
3. Distribute: Insert the key and turn it back and forth several times to coat the internal pins.
4. Clean Up: Wipe away any excess powder to prevent buildup

Also have a look, down inside the barrel, to see how the individual leaf parts are neatly inline. Keep them that way.



PS Do not use WD40. It leaves a sticky residue, which attracts dust and dirt. This detritus jams the leaf parts.

 

[simondippenhall]

Now puff a little graphite powder in the lock, to help it staying smooth.



Also have a look, down inside the barrel, to see how the individual leaf parts are neatly inline. Keep them that way.



PS Do not use WD40. It leaves a sticky residue, which attracts dust and dirt. This detritus jams the leaf parts.

And if you don't have graphite powder with you (as was my situation in Kyrgystan 2 years ago) then apparently you could use shavings from a pencil lead....

 

[Burridge01]

So why do locksmiths and lock suppliers provide graphite powder and I know my locks which are from Uliton, the guarantee states you must only use graphite to keep your locks in good condition

I'm with you on this,graphite POWDER is the answer for sticky locks of all descriptions. I use it from ignition to the garage defender lock.Never had an issue and always smooth the lock/key operation.

 

[JoeBiff]

And if you don't have graphite powder with you (as was my situation in Kyrgystan 2 years ago) then apparently you could use shavings from a pencil lead....

The writing was on the wall that someone would post this advice at some point...

 

[john_aero]

The writing was on the wall that someone would post this advice at some point...

i was more thinking amazing what some lube and a hard tap can do to get it in........................

 

[DrFarkoff]

So my mate took the advice from the collective here and jiggled the key in the lock and then tapped it with a hammer. It worked and the lock popped open. Thanks to everyone for the help.

I am a bit late to the party but Fuchs make a product which is most most excellent for locks and sticky things

Fucks Silkopen it's a graphite enriched penetrating oil and was my go-to product for the sticky 1150 GS ignition switches

 

[G&T]

So my mate took the advice from the collective here and jiggled the key in the lock and then tapped it with a hammer. It worked and the lock popped open. Thanks to everyone for the help.

Make your mate laugh...

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Dec 7, 2023

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Santiago de Compostela & Combarro. Off to a local café again this morning. I mentioned before how I love the interactions of people, particularly the lady behind the counter shouting “Digame,” literally translated as ‘speak to me’ at deafening levels, or the little old dear who wishes everyone, “Bon proveche,” ‘enjoy your meal’ to complete strangers as she finds a table. I’ll miss this generation.

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[Comfy Old Boots]

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Just throwing it in here but private service? Anyone. Pm

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