Re: Breaking into a Star Wars cabinet

Is the lock on your coin door for a slot key or a round key? If a slot/flat
style key, then you can simply drill out the center of the lock with a 3/8
to 1/4 inch bit.

A round key is much harder to drill out, you need very strong bits and what
I find works best is to use a 3/16 bit and drill in the circle gap a number
of times, then knock out the center part once you have weakened it enough.
then drill out the center with a 3/8 or 1/4 bit until you destroy the
center pin that holds the lock tab.

John :-#)#

At 01:04 PM 01/06/2002 -0400, Rod Spade wrote:

>Thanks to Neil and Richard for the tips! Is there a certain size or
>type of drill bit that you recommend?
>
> > The panel you are trying to remove, with the square-head screws, isn't
> > likely to help you gain access. If it's the panel I'm thinking of, it is
> > also glued and/or stapled to the cabinet.
>
>OK, I won't pursue that avenue anymore.
>
> > You could drill the lock out like Neil suggested
>
>I've heard of "drilling a lock" but never tried it. Sounds like fun!
>:-)
>
> > or just try inserting a
> > flat screwdriver into it and then turning the screwdriver with a pair of
> > vise-grip pliers or slip joint pliers. Often the lock will break
> > internally.
>
>That might work for the rear panel. I suspect the coin box lock is a
>lot sturdier.
>
> > If that fails, then a drill is the way to go.
>
>Does it really chew up your drill bits? I'd have to borrow my Dad's
>drill and don't want to ruin a bit.
>
> > Two, many times you will find the
> > key to the back door inside the coin door.
>
>There are quarters in there too! :-)
>
>Rod
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