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Seat lock broken

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the seat lock on my 78' 1000 broke on a trip, now I can't get the seat open. The key fits in and turns but nothing happens. I went to our local locksmith and he said he can't fix it. Anyone on here have any idea's on how to get it open? I really don't want to have to cut things and have them re-welded.
 
Go from below with a light and youll see the latch plunger thingy sticking out. Get a key or small screw driver and push the plunger back. then you can remove the lock assembly and replace it.
 
Yes, I tried that first but the plunger doesn't move. Any other idea's?
 
Drill out the lock cylinder and then pry back the plunger..replace with another lock assembly?????
 
I have a full lockset (seat, ignition, gas cap) keyed alike up for sale if you go that route. Chuck's suggestion would have been mine too. You may not even need to drill it, prise off the cover & see what you find... :)
 
If the seat usually closes without having to turn the key, you should be able to move the latch by pushing on it. You may need help to push down on the seat, to unload any pressure on the latch before it will move. Other wise the drill out method will work.
 
Right you guys were, I spent a bit more time with it and manage to push the latch in to release the seat. Something must be broken inside there as the key turns all the way and does nothing. I'll have to search thru the site and see if there's a way to fix this. I of course have multiple replacement but will have to have them re-keyed. Thanks for the help all.
 
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