Remove door lock without visible screws and stuck latch spindle

[@TwinkleKajaria]

Absolute Legend! been struggling with this for over 3 months

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@Dorkyorcy]

Thank you so much. This is the exact lock we have and could NOT figure out how to get the bl00dy thing off

[@AmandaWood-p4o]

We were going crazy trying to work out what to do with a similar door lock we have. Watched endless videos without any luck and then we found this one. THANK YOU!

[@billshowto]

👍👍👍

[@katinkamartin1708]

I was going crazy trying to work out how to remove the spindle - thank you for having the exact video I needed.

[@billshowto]

You’re very welcome 👍

[@ShaneO-j3d]

Spent 1/2 an hour cursing this spindle and just about to use the hammer, until I viewed your clip. A huge thanks to

[@MichaelSmith-sh1xr]

I’m so glad I found this video. I tore one of these a part to get it off but had 6 to go - thought there had to be an easier way. You’re a legend!

[@adeled7663]

Legend! Thanks so much, I just cut it off took 2 seconds. Mine was a Gainsborough brand handle if anyones trying to figure it out like me.

[@AnthonyCarman-e1f]

You are an absolute legend. I've been struggling to do this all week. Watched your video and in 30 seconds I'd fixed it

[@citizencain79]

This was most helpful, thank you! For the little O ring, I used a tapestry needle with a bent tip, which are blunt (Clover Chibi Tapestry Needle Set - Bent Tip). Easily hooked under and removed the O ring.

[@robcrosby2104]

Thank you so much - I was going crazy and watched so many videos and read so many articles - all of which were unhelpful .... and then I found yours and you saved the day - cheers!

[@andrewblack2362]

Oh my god. Thank you so much!!!! This absolutely drove me nuts when I tried to remove the spindle. That darn o ring!!!!!Happy to say that as soon as I saw your video, I was able to replace the door handle that’s been out of action for months. Cheers

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@trainingday6858]

Another Aussie posting an unbelievable video that I didn't think would exist. Great stuff! You gotta laugh at how many people would have been really pissed getting that bit off. I did a quick search and bang. Onya mate

[@Kermit8765]

Holy crap you saved me! I was wondering what was wrong with my latch compared to all the other tutorials!

[@noblethomas8419]

❤ I should’ve checked this video before I spent one hour to fiddle around with the spindle. Thank you so much 😊

[@ChuckMyers-i3x]

Awesome, thanks mate. I would never have worked out the spindle part. I was stuck with the rubber o-ring. Cheers.

[@stitta9814]

After this video helped me realise there were covers in the way, I then found out that the allen key screw that was holding the cover on was stripped and preventing me from getting one cover off, but I did manage to fix several loose handles now though. Thanks heaps.

[@chappylife1134]

This is so helpful! Thanks to you I have fixed my problem ! 👍

[@ratrace1272]

Thank you for showing how to remove the spindle - brilliant!

[@yesthilak]

Great video. Thanks for doing this. I have 5 of these locks, 3 stopped working after 3 months of use. I need to do a DIY and replace.

[@MichaelAussie05]

Brilliant mate thanks. You almost need to be a surgeon for this one. Cheers.

[@Ghaleelabalistic]

Thank you so much, you helped me after watching so many videos. Big salute 🫡

[@nithinkv1377]

Thank you. Was stuck with the o ring for two hours before i came across your video.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@umarsalah4534]

Had the same problem guys..frustrating🫤🤣 Thanks for the great video mate 👍

[@rubenchauhan8434]

Thanks 🙏🙏 mate it's help me I was stuck same step and waste one hour to remove whole lock unit and your video save me and I am so glad that I have fix new lock ,thanks again for your video

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@countryboy5884]

Thanks mate, I was going crazy trying to get that spindle out, you saved me from tearing the door down in frustration 😅

[@ContrarianIRL]

Years of confusion solved in 5 minutes. Well done, sir.

[@tabithaalice9369]

Not just years of confusion, during which time the top screw pulled further out from the door, but a considerable amount of time wasted, all fixed now, deceptively simple, thank you 🙏🏽

[@dennisgallagher8502]

Thanks Bill, It was driving me crazy

[@damianreed8367]

Perfect description. Saved me plenty of time. Thanks!

[@rosskennedy1922]

Just about to replace a latch today so this is top info

[@gird4p]

You're doing an awesome job dude.

[@dreddie1280]

Thanks brother, something as simple and small as that lead me to your video 😂

[@attilex8559]

Absolute legend I spent more time figuring that out than the whole install

[@bazfrisken7220]

Thanks Bill!Mate, I've come across a few of these over the years every now and then & they've had me stumped how to get out to make the painting easier.Now I know so, thank you! Loving the vids and tips, keep them coming champ!

[@billshowto]

Painting the door will now be a breeze with locks finally off 👍👍👍

[@ravireddy7312]

Great tips - I was stuck with it your advice on o ring did the trick - thanks

[@ProfessorBurchh]

Saved me a huge headache. Cheers

[@IllegibleSmudge]

Cheers, mate, I was tearing my hair out trying to figure out how to get the damn lock out.

[@james-jq8sk]

Gainsborough Locks, yuk! Good Channel...

[@darrenchoksi3901]

you have saved me couple of hundred dollars. thank you very much.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@mermaidstudio9936]

Really helpful! Really stupid O RING! Thank you!!!!

[@z2277625]

Thanks for helping me fix my door, cheers Bill

[@MrColinengland]

Thanks this saved me a massive amount of time!

[@brianv56]

Great simple video which will save me heaps of time. 😊🙏👌

[@karldewet5393]

Thanks mate. Great video and really clear.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@blindsniper1024]

Thanks for this mate!

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@MisterKN]

Bill to the rescue once again... 👏

[@rmrfboy]

bloody legend! been banging my head on this sucker. its not very obvious until someone points the obvious

[@marisayoung9762]

Thank you so much, got up to being able to remove the spindle, who would have thought that stupid rubber seal was the answer!

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@CatVo1971]

❤❤❤❤❤❤Thanks heaps. Your video helps me repair my door perfectly. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@elizabethcatchpole6414]

Wonderful, you saved our sanity! Thank you 🙂

[@jennythu6395]

I’m stuck at removing the cover 😫It’s not as easy as just turning left. Haven’t gotten to the ring part yet. It’s exactly the same brand I have here. Thanks for the vid

[@CheatinJerry]

Bill you’re a legend - thanks!

[@eginators34]

Your channel is such a nice change from all those commercial "faux DIY" channels with guys in branded polo shirts trying to sell you some whacky product.

[@billshowto]

Lol 👍

[@parisotto86]

Thanks champ, that damn o-ring had me!

[@RCBushBasherDownUnder]

big thumbs up. this is the exatct video for the job. thank you

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@SatishKumar-wt9nc]

Very helpful, thank you posting. I died my door handle

[@careyadams1131]

Thank you!!! I couldn't work out how to remove the spindle either.

[@eLuZiveMaRiio]

The issue is the spindles has gone in and the door is shut. Door won’t open now and has no handle, just the spindles stuck in it

[@jodiepinnington1726]

The same has happened to mine. It closed so I can’t get to the other side to loosen the second screw. How did you manage to fix it?

[@bhagyashreenolkha6546]

How did you fix it? I have same issue my door is locked

[@ValBarber-by1sd]

Me too same issue

[@Jprone]

Sooooo. Anyone figure it out?

[@jeromym5124]

​@@Jprone use some hard paper. Like cards. Push it in horizontally towards the lock. It should release.

[@IBecca4]

Thank you! I would never have figured this out.

[@nash2386]

This video is great. The lock itself is one of the worst locks. The pin gets stuck very often. I am planning to get rid of gainsborough privacy locks and buy new button ones without the stupid pin design

[@ragnarlothbrok2058]

You are a champion mate… Double thumbs up 👍👍 from me…😊

[@fredericthom8113]

Thank you so much , i try a lot of time !! Now i understand !!

[@evaarriaga6680]

Omy God I was getting to the crazy part lol. Thank you thank you

[@Stevej2013]

Great video Bill. Cheers mate.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@SuperNumberwang]

Thanks for the help! Unfortunately, the spindle still wouldn't come loose after removing the washer. I had to use some locking pliers to yank it out. Hopefully this helps someone else.

[@doodash-f5p]

thanks Bill.....solved thanks to you

[@billshowto]

👍

[@MyAdelaide]

Brilliant Bill! I couldn’t quite work out how to get that plate off. Now it is a piece of cake to tighten the screws again. Thanks for all your great videos. You’re a legend! Cheers Kev

[@billshowto]

You’re very welcome 👍👍👍

[@centuryliving]

Wonderful video, saved the day for me, thanks!

[@forestR1]

brilliant, thankyou. What an awefull design XD

[@tommygunnn3949]

You saved my sanity!

[@flukecage7459]

lol replacing this handle on 2 doors. Got impatient with the first door and disassembled the latch whilst it was in the door to get the spindle out. Thanks to u next one wont be butchered out of the door.

[@shantharathnayaka4836]

Very good explain. Thanks

[@littledong-007]

Great video, Bill. Thanks 👍

[@dennisc8390]

Thanks buddy it’s just what I needed to know

[@murrayturner4050]

You are a life saver

[@manojpanicker]

You saved me , mate 😃

[@chikowhitey]

thanks mate, just what I needed

[@billshowto]

👍

[@caseyevans7537]

One word...... LEGEND

[@HueyAT5]

Keep up the good work mush!

[@billshowto]

👍

[@angelbellbell3755]

Thankyou, i was about to rip the door off it hinges but you saved me. What is with the rubber washer, dumb. Love hearing a aussie voice on a KZbin help channel .

[@marksaltissi7844]

Thanks! Saved me!

[@Simitenbiri]

Thank you for the tips. Helped a lot. Where can you fibd the O ring, if it is punctured?

[@andrewmax26]

Nice.. best vid.. thanks dude

[@sunitsethi]

Thanks for your video. Could you pls share the video where the spindle has a hole on one end. And use of allen key to remove

[@1Hbmb]

Extremely useful

[@dougkinney5983]

Great video! I was about to break out a saw

[@talk2diegolive]

Thanks, just what I needed to know

[@mayurpatel4314]

Thank you, very helpful

[@michaelaq3524]

You the MAN !!!!!

[@zacj63]

Great video 👍👍👍

[@genxmamabear5965]

Thanks so much 😅 you just saved a marriage!!

[@cdean4719]

Thank-you! Sanity intact

[@MC-oi4mf]

Hi Bill, thanks for the videos! Ive got the same gainsborough locks in our internal doors. The kids have been playing around with the locks and the push button screw has fallen out. Screwing it back in doesnt seem to lock the door - any ideas??

[@scottyates5758]

Thxs mate 👍👍👍

[@thirunavukkarasushantharaj1843]

Thank you Bill

[@andrewmax26]

The other models just has a tiny button at the top of the spindle that you push down and slide through and the spindle comes out

[@Improveng1]

Nice one Bill, thanks for the great video.

[@billshowto]

👍

[@safetycabinets]

Thanks sir

[@lorettarobin5467]

Coooooool thank you

[@Infernokid784]

What's the bore whole of this lock I seem to have a Gainsborough with a bore hole that's small than 50mm

[@karthikramasubramaniam8721]

Awesome! I had the door handles loose and rattling which this video helped me a lot. But why would I need to remove the spindle - to solve what problem? I just left it there and tightened the screws and the rattling is gone!

[@Moon-z6o9o]

In my case the latch internal components had worn out and I need to replace the whole latch as door was getting stuck closed