Boot "lock" - has any one ever ................. ?

[John Mac]

Has anyone ever changed the mechanical boot lock, the one operated via a cable to a barrel lock and key, or to a locking lever handle type.
My reason for asking is that having just experienced "locking" myself out of the boot and having to get the garage to sort it whilst doing the MOT which incidentally passed with flying colours (relief), I think a change in type would (a) make the boot more secure and(b) avoid the possibility of a future cable snap with all the hassle that goes with it The early Elans had a neat locking handle type that would fit quite neatly onto the TVR.
Any thoughts on this?

[Phil C]

I can't help at all - but I must admit I've always thought that some kind of exterior lock on the boot would be good news - and maybe also some security device on the inside cable release - useful if leaving the car without the roof on....

[John Mac]

Phil,
Iv'e always thought access into the boot was vulnerable and some added security would be a good idea. Iv'e put a few feelers out on the lines of my thread and if anything comes of it I will let you know.
Cheers.
John

[tvrgaas]

I did see a BRG S1 with Red interior For Sale at Drakes Broughton in 91 with standard key in the boot lid, felt it spoilt the lines. On the Griff threads someone has been suggesting a Keyfob method. I'll stick with my bowden cable!

[John Mac]

The cables OK until it snaps or the boot catch presently fitted jambs - I know Iv'e just had the experience.
I was thinking more of the small semi recessed type of boot lock rather than the handle type, this could go either on the boot lid or between the lid and the number plate on the back vertical bit.