Over time we've managed to break most of the Creation Window locks which, as I assume most know, are no longer made. Foretravel is also sold out of replacements.
I've been working with Drew Calder, an Etsy creator, who makes many kinds of "solutions" using 3D printing in his Etsy store called Ideaxtruder. We're on Gen2 of the design which we've been using now for 6 months or so and are quite happy with. Using them requires drilling out the rivets used in the Creation locks and using a screw/keeper that Foretravel supplies. I've attached pictures to illustrate the lock, keeper and installed look.
You can find Drew's store here: ideaxtruder - Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/ideaxtruder)
Use the "Contact" link in the upper right of the page to contact Drew. Tell him you're interested in the RV Window Locks he designed for Randy Crete. He charges $5/lock. I don't remember the cost of the screw/keeper from Foretravel.
And, yes, I'm aware there are other solutions that have been suggested here on the Forum. These are what I'm using and I offer the solution here for anyone interested. I have no financial interest in Drew's work.
Randy
Thanks, Randy. I have 3 needing replacement and will order half a dozen.
I don't see the link to Drew's store in your post. Can you paste it there?
Randy, does the screw keeper come in a package with a number on it. Shipping by Foretravel is usually more than the item shipped.
I don't have the part number but the parts department suggested this when I originally called to see if the Creation locks were available. I'm sure there's nothing special, I just don't know the proper names and size needed. A screw and nylock would accomplish the same thing.
Randy
Can't seem to locate his site on Etsy.
Can you provide the link or Drews email address? Interested in 5 or 6 of them
All - Try this to contact Drew.
ideaxtruder - Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/shop/ideaxtruder)
Then choose Contact to send a note. These locks are NOT a listed item in this store. Only available by special order.
Thanks now book marked.
I made them out of angle aluminum and they are bommer and easy to make. A hacksaw, file and a drill
a little time and they are easy to make.
Right now I am using my old round spark plug gaper. Tapered lets me make it tight.
I use a black 1/4" fender washer with a hole drilled on one side.
Here's a couple of photographs of them. They are the same as the originals.
I've heard of someone who used a poker chip with a hole drilled off to the side.......
Heard that also, was quite awhile back. When I need one that's what I'll do.
tried that, they broke to easy.
Thanks for sharing. I use a small bolt with nylock nuts and a washer. Made mine from aluminum angle, but really like the look of your solution. Looks better than factory.
don't be cheap..... use a $20 chip instead of a $1.00.