Lock De-icing Method!
634 views · Published 27 December 2012 · 3:18 · Indexed 22 October 2026
Channel: ChargerMiles007 · 2012 · Autos & Vehicles
I boil all the water out of the lock on an electric stove, then pour 5W30 or thinner oil such as 0W20 into the lock to help prevent water from seaping in. To melt a frozen lock, try heating up cooking oil to 300 deg. F, or car oil (in a container you will never use for cooking food in!) The hot oil is much hotter than water, it works very well. Heating up anti-freeze is another option, since it can't re-freeze in the lock either, but again, you must NEVER use the container you heat it in for eating! It is easier to be poisoned than you think! Take care, and best of luck with your locks during the winter!
