Help, door catch required for external meter box

[Midwest]

Done that been there no worries, I ask a simple question, get 1 person's help, the rest nothing but derision apart from a few well wishers

Why is it then, that with flat packed furniture you end up with surplus screws etc that you put in your man draw with all your other spares screws (which you never find a use for), but those flipping lights from B&Q my customers buy, come with the exact number of screws, which you enviably drop to the floor, never to be seen again! And none of those screws in the man draw fit those poxy lights.

 

[NDG Elecs]

I've looked into this myself and I'm not sure that you can purchase just the latches. I know you can get new doors, but the latches appears to be fixed with permanent fixings (some kind of rivet I believe).

But... having just gone googling...

Meter Box Spare Parts - https://www.meterboxesdirect.co.uk/meter-box-spares.html

They appear to have some latches.

I have used that link a few times, never replaced the lock itself before but have changed doors and hinges a few times. If they are anything to go by, it will be a doddle for a man of Pete's calibre.

From the link SC the latches look like they are held in place with one of those spring type clips? I may be wrong though....

 

[Pete999]

Why is it then, that with flat packed furniture you end up with surplus screws etc that you put in your man draw with all your other spares screws (which you never find a use for), but those flipping lights from B&Q my customers buy, come with the exact number of screws, which you enviably drop to the floor, never to be seen again! And none of those screws in the man draw fit those poxy lights.

It's Friday Middy chill man Chill, grab a drink or something.

 

[Pete999]

I have used that link a few times, never replaced the lock itself before but have changed doors and hinges a few times. If they are anything to go by, it will be a doddle for a man of Pete's calibre.

From the link SC the latches look like they are held in place with one of those spring type clips? I may be wrong though....

 

[NDG Elecs]

Or if you are bypassing the meter use this instead:

Smith & Locke Cam Locks 30mm 2 Pack - https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/smith-locke-cam-locks-30mm-2-pack/6637p

 

[Midwest]

It's Friday Middy chill man Chill, grab a drink or something.

I'm already there. Just orrffhh to cook her indoors some nice Chinese dishes. I can provide details on my twitter feed for those that are interested

 

[SparkyChick]

Hi @SparkyChick nice to see you around again. Nice to have a chick/spark on the forum to brighten things up a bit.

Thanks

Not really been away, just been mad busy, but as I'm sat on my posterior all day resting my busted foot, I've got a bit of time on my hands

 

[westward10]

Hi @SparkyChick nice to see you around again. Nice to have a chick/spark on the forum to brighten things up a bit.

I have a frock and high heels on.

 

[SparkyChick]

I have a frock and high heels on.

I'm afraid I may be mentally scarred just pondering that statement!

 

[The Ghost]

I have a frock and high heels on

Thankyou for sharing that @westward10 it is good to know you have the honesty to share that with us all. I think the sentiments expressed by @SparkyChick find some resonance with me I must say though.

 

[NDG Elecs]

I have a frock and high heels on.

With that moustache as well I bet you look a right picture WW!

 

[Pete999]

I will await the thread "has anyone fitted a meter cupboard door catch"

Just to let all you doubter's of my engineering skills know, fitted in 5 mins by My Mrs, bless her, all checked out works great thanks for the encouragement NOT.

 

[westward10]

Just to let all you doubter's of my engineering skills know, fitted in 5 mins by My Mrs, bless her, all checked out works great thanks for the encouragement NOT.

Never had a moment of doubt Pete

 

[Pete999]

Never had a moment of doubt Pete

Cheers Westy

 

[Toneyz]

Did you let Mrs Pete 999 use your tools ?.

 

[Pete999]

Did you let Mrs Pete 999 use your tools ?.

Did't need any one look and bingo

 

[Pete999]

I am a good few miles from you Pete but if I hear distant swearing in my garden in a few days I know what is going on

Oh ye of little faith