What To Do With Locked UWS Toolbox and No Key

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how do I proceed should I drill out the lock or replace the whole latch assembly buy drilling out the rivets

asked by: Robert B

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In regards to a UWS Truck Bed Toolbox, if the box is locked and there is no key then you have two options. If you know the key number (it may be stamped onto the lock/latch) then you can order a replacement key like the Replacement Key for UWS Toolboxes part # KEYCH506 (see list below). If you don't know the key number then you will need to replace the entire latch with something like the Replacement Locking Paddle Handle for UWS Toolboxes part # UWSLOCKING (see list below) which may require drilling out the old fasteners.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I contacted UWS, and they gave me a couple of solutions to get your tool box to open. UWS suggested to first try to push down on the top of the lid to make sure the lid is close all the way and latch. Then turn the key to the unlock position and then…

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Answer 2

If the lock on your UWS Toolbox is damaged to the point that the key no longer works unfortunately your only option is to simply drill out the latch/handle. Once you have the box opened and the latch removed, you can replace it with the T-Handle…

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Answer 3

The Replacement Black UWS Logo Badge #UWS99FR normally installs with rivets or nuts and bolts. I am sure there is a way you could use an adhesive to install it but it's hard to say exactly what would be the best route for that.

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Answer 4

The holes of the Replacement Black UWS Logo Badge #UWS99FR are 3/16 inch so going with rivets that diameter or slightly smaller would work well.

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Answer 5

To remove the current gas strut on your UWS toolbox you will simply need to take a flathead screwdriver and pop the clip on either head. This will allow you to pull the strut right off. Once the strut is removed you just have to push the ends of the…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 9

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 12

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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