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I wanted to install some locks on a few of my ammo cans so I Googled the Net for some suggestions. There were a few real decent ones that looked interesting and inexpensive so I made a mental note of what they used and how they fabricated them.
On my ammo cans I wanted to utilize the extra gun locks (trigger locks) that I had laying around. When I finally bought a couple gun cabinets to lock my guns in I didn’t need to use the trigger locks any longer, except when taking a few extra guns to the range at times.
By changing the hardware somewhat from the “do it yourself” ammo can locks I saw on the Net I was able to use my gun locks for the ammo cans and save having to buy yet another set of locks just for the ammo cans. (yes I’m [STRIKE]cheap[/STRIKE] frugal)
It only takes a few minutes to install one of these rascals once you have the hardware and tools ready. Just drill the 5/16 hole and clean up the edges before adding the hardware.
ETA: It wouldn't hurt to dab a little silicone sealer on the threads to make sure the area is doubly sealed.
Use the center hole of the lid-locking-lever for a template and then mark the center of that for the place to drill the hole.
For very little cash and not much work I have some very decent locking ammo cans that I can put to good use and the locks are tighter than some that use a padlock.
I wanted to install some locks on a few of my ammo cans so I Googled the Net for some suggestions. There were a few real decent ones that looked interesting and inexpensive so I made a mental note of what they used and how they fabricated them.
On my ammo cans I wanted to utilize the extra gun locks (trigger locks) that I had laying around. When I finally bought a couple gun cabinets to lock my guns in I didn’t need to use the trigger locks any longer, except when taking a few extra guns to the range at times.
By changing the hardware somewhat from the “do it yourself” ammo can locks I saw on the Net I was able to use my gun locks for the ammo cans and save having to buy yet another set of locks just for the ammo cans. (yes I’m [STRIKE]cheap[/STRIKE] frugal)
It only takes a few minutes to install one of these rascals once you have the hardware and tools ready. Just drill the 5/16 hole and clean up the edges before adding the hardware.
ETA: It wouldn't hurt to dab a little silicone sealer on the threads to make sure the area is doubly sealed.
Use the center hole of the lid-locking-lever for a template and then mark the center of that for the place to drill the hole.
If your taking a number of the ammo cans to a site you can remove the locks and run a cable lock through the eye-bolt holes and secure it to the truck, van or whatever. It should help keep them secured in the same area even bouncing over rough roads.
For very little cash and not much work I have some very decent locking ammo cans that I can put to good use and the locks are tighter than some that use a padlock.
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