Lock Mod - Travel Trailer Folding Handrail

Lockable travel trailer folding handrail.

Never get trapped in your travel trailer again!

Here is a link to a blog about this issue:

http://blog.goodsam.com/dont-become-a-victim-of-rv-lock-in-or-how-to-fix-an-important-safety-fault

This mod is easy.

You can buy a coupler lock like this just about anywhere.

The handrail can still be used. It can still be put in the travel position with the lock removed.

But #1, with this installed, someone CANNOT trap you inside by folding the handrail over the door.

Simple Instructions:

1. Buy this style coupler lock. 

(Any brand will do).

2. Lock it onto the farthest groove to make sure it is long enough for your handrail.

3. By using the lock side as a guide, slowly drill to make a mark in the plastic.

(I used a 1/4" bit for marking).

4. With the mark made, drill straight through with a 9/32 bit.

(The EXACT diameter of the lock pin).

5. Dry fit the pin. if you are crooked, it's ok. You can run the drill up and down from the bottom if you want to clean the shaft, but not necessary.

6a. Put the lock on the top, and the handrail will not move.

6b. The lock on the bottom allows the handrail to move.

Here is a 14 second video.

This mod in action.

Happy Camping!!