Shortarse seat arrived by courier today... Brilliant! Problem is... I cannot get the key to go more than 4mm into the lock to change the seat out Kawasaki for some reason placed the lock underneath, where all the crap from the road can spray up into it... So... I have sprayed it with penetrating fluid... The stuff is usually pretty good & has allowed me in the past to undo things that Wd40 couldn't help loosen... So far no dice! cautious: Any ideas please?
Haha you said penetrating fnar fnar Was expecting someone else more childish than me to comment on that first though haha In all seriousness are you sure it's the right key and the lock hasnt been changed etc?
I have to change locks on doors sometimes they are seized, we apply a penetrating oil and leave it a bit , the key hole will have a vert small cover over it which moves when you insert the key, so put the key in the 4mm then apply the lubricant, We also apply a lot of it to the key , then insert it , Don't force it and snap the key, esp if it's your ignition key too. Patience is the key , no pun intended
spray penetrating fluid in leave 5 mins get a sewing needle smaller the beter now wiggle that needle in lock u will hear it grinding spray more fluid wait wiggle needle do this 5 or 6 times then try jiggling key in lock
The keyhole should have a rubber cover over it to stop the dirt and grime getting thrown up it off the road. if you think there's dirt and crud in the keyhole try and stick a pin gently up it and pick out any crud, if there's nowt blocking it squirt penetrating oil up it and hold it up there by covering the keyhole with insulating tape (to stop it running straight back out)
Have managed now to clear whatever was screwing up the key making its way into the lock :thumbsup: I sat on the floor with my thumb over the lock to stop the fluid leaking back out .. I couldn't get into the shed to get at toolbox for insulating tape as it's tucked away... Shed shuffle when my cast comes off I think... Have coated key in 3in one & reinserted it and left it inserted... The key won't turn... Yet.... But it will goddammit.. It will:sneaky: Thanks for all your replies As for any rubber cover that should be there.. It isn't anymore.. Will sort out getting a replacement though...
Have you tried bouncing on the seat as you jiggle the key. The agitation of bouncing on the seat may dislodge fouling grime. Could be a long job but something like this could help pass the time.
Will have to find someone to do the bouncing for me... Can't balance terribly well atm lol... But thanks for the suggestion
Makes it more interesting will / won't my keep snap .. If it ever does feel like its not turning push down on the fuel cap and try again..
I usually carry a mini can of WD40 in my backpack.. Along with a few essential tools for roadside use.. & a couple of packs of Steristrips too
Yay! Mission finally accomplished... Shortarse seat is now insitu... Can't wait to get my leg over now! And all of the locks are smooth & fully functional now too.. /Happy Thank-You everyone who offered advice... Very much appreciated :thumbsup:
