Disklock concerns

[Bakdraft007]

My disk lock key never felt brilliant from day one. It works OK, but then there are times when it a very nerve jangling experience getting back into the car and it doesn't want to play ball.

The problem is the key doesn't easily want to seat fully in the lock and thus turn. You can rotate, waggle, put in, pull out but its seems to resist all attempts.

They instructions make it clear you should not try to lubricate the lock. It doesn't matter which of the three keys I try, they fit just the same.

Usually after loads of messing it starts to work OK (i.e.slides in properly and rotates fine) but its horrible why you are trying thinking is this thing going to unlock or leave me in this pub car park miles from anywhere.

Have other people experienced this or is mine just faulty?

Dave

[sujitroy]

Can't help but here in USA for house locks people say to used graphite powder

[Babord]

Yes, try graphite powder. I have had similar problems with Land Rover ignition locks and this fixed them.

Do NOT use WD40 or similar. Good luck.

[trunt]

I seem to remember having some spray graphite once..

Yes, "Lock Dry lube" 3-in1

[Bakdraft007]

I seem to remember having some spray graphite once..

Yes, "Lock Dry lube" 3-in1

Thanks for this, I have since followed up by reading a lot and watching a lot of videos. I now understand why not to use WD40 (luckily I did not) but also why they do not want you to use oil. That said the biggest argument is that oil attracts dirt and dust. However, my disklock sees neither.

I need to try something, so I am going with the ABUS PS88 Lock lubricant as it gets excellent reviews.

I will let you know how it goes..

Thanks for all the replies..

[KOY 23]

I’m confused. The consensus of members is to use graphite, you have been advised by a member and found out by your own research that oil based products should not be used.
Why have you ordered a petroleum based product?? I believe oil and petroleum are related?

[Bakdraft007]

Choosing the best product is difficult some say graphite, others say graphite is difficult to get the correct amount in and gums up, others say differing things. I took it that Abus (German) know what they are doing and say it’s a dry lubricant which is the key point. So I have to try something... see the specs below

This lock lubricant spray is designed to lubricate and loosen sticking locks and mechanisms. It is suitable for a large range of applications including keyholes, tools, padlocks and car locks. The PS88 spray also cleans out dirt and helps to protect your locks against harsh weather conditions and corrosion all year round.

Product Features

Specialist lubricant for locks
Formulated to extend the life of locks
Suitable for use on items with small moving parts
Resin free, leaves no residue
Does not attract grit, dust or dirt
Corrosion protection against salts, water and humidity
Prevents locks freezing in winter

[Phil S]

I have security posts and one of the links was getting troublesome to open.
the locksmith who lives over the road gave me a bottle of graphite powder to squirt into the lock. he said it will do no harm as its so fine.
if you can't get any scrape pencil lead into the lock.

[richardthestag]

HB pencil works for me every single time on sticky locks, I think that is graphite / non oil based too

oh and is so close to free of charge

[Goldstar]

I owned the largest locksmith franchise in the UK until I sold it a year ago - we only used graphite powder. Costs next to nothing and is the right thing to use full stop.

[Jeff]

Cant quite see the point of asking for advice, receiving the same good advice from 3 different sources, then choose to ignore them. Why ask?

[Bakdraft007]

Cant quite see the point of asking for advice, receiving the same good advice from 3 different sources, then choose to ignore them. Why ask?

Most of the advice came in after I responded... BUT that does not mean I will not follow it... The lube I have ordered will come in hand for many other jobs... I will only try it if the graphite fails....

I guess it easy to try the graphite on the discklock as I can orientate it in the right direction.

To be honest I was originally thinking it was not a lubrication problem, but maybe a fault lock and people were going to say... 'mines fine'...

As always any advice is gratefully received.

[mole42]

Sorry but I have to ask, what is a disk lock?

[Bakdraft007]

Sorry but I have to ask, what is a disk lock?

It the big round steering wheel security lock.... If you go out for a drive, put it on while in the pub, come back out and it doesn't open.. your in major trouble...

Google disklok

[Motorsport Micky]

Sorry but I have to ask, what is a disk lock?

It’s the full steering wheel cover in steel (I’d guess 18 gauge) which splits apart for fitting and then slides together again with a locking slide pin ( hidden) which secured both halves together. It consistently wins the Thatcham awards for mechanical anti theft devices. If attacked it normally needs an angle grinder with cutting disc and a 3’ pry bar with a side order of “ come off you b***ard” to remove it.
Popular with ST model Fords, Porsches,BMW etc with multifunctional steering wheels that cost the thick end of £600 and get nicked to be sold on e bay for pocket money. Oh... it also does an exceptional job of stopping people nicking your car ! About £100 as I remember, I’ve got 2 ( different car).
https://www.carnoisseur. carnoisseur/products/details/disklok-steering-wheel-lock?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmIuDBhDXARIsAFITC_7W5uTleFJIwY7 6D2NJuyt8sVphpvvRngT1q0TE9VjJjhBfFIAjozUaAp2jEALw_ wcB

Micky