1959 glove box lock

[Patrick M.]

I just purchased an 59 the keys are missing so I am replacing all the locks . How do I remove the glove box lock? Thanks Patrick McPherson(55168)

[John F.]

Re: 1959 glove box lock

Do a search and remember the orientation of the one coming out.

[Donald H.]

Re: 1959 glove box lock

Here's a good description over on the Corvette Forum:http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c1-a...k-removal.htmlBe sure and read the whole post and make sure you put it back together in the correct orientation. You DO NOT want to put it in upside down

[Edward B.]

Re: 1959 glove box lock

Years ago I had a small ring of keys that would unlock any GM product of the '50s and early '60s. Those were easier times. I wish I could find that ring of keys today.

[Peter L.]

Re: 1959 glove box lock

Patrick - If the locks you have for the car are original GM/Briggs & Stratton locks, I would suggest that you check them for KEY NUMBERs and get operating keys made and if necessary re-code the locks so they operate with one key as original. WHY, because reproduction locks are generally poorer quality and many times don't work as well as good 50+ year old original locks. My 2 cents. Pete

[Patrick M.]

Re: 1959 glove box lock

Thanks, I will give it a try. Patrick