Ugly Keyhole

[Random]

quick trip to bLowes and picked up a couple of 5/8" hole plugs, cut them down so they didnt go in too deep and voila!

That’s what I’m talking about. Love it and thanks!

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[SubtlySeismic]

quick trip to bLowes and picked up a couple of 5/8" hole plugs, cut them down so they didnt go in too deep and voila!

Brilliant! My truck is only a month old and noticed the key hole has rust and tarnish as well. It didn't bother me enough to worry about it, but this seems like a cheap enough solution that I'll give it a try!

 

[Brianx]

Anything acidic? Got some bare iron that rusts quickly? Open bags of fertilizer or anything with sulphur?

or pool chlorine?

 

[MakinDoForNow]

or pool chlorine?

YEP YEP YEP

Chlorine is a strong oxidizer (adds oxygen to molecules) for both organic compounds and metals. When mixed with water it can also form hydrochloric acids which will eat away at the components of stainless steel, allowing it to oxidize the Fe (iron) into ferric hydroxide deposits.Aug 27, 2015

 

[PNWMaverick]

Do you work with chemicals on a regular basis like machining, mechanic, or petroleum industry? If so it could be transfer from your hands causing it.

 

[SubtlySeismic]

YEP YEP YEP

Chlorine is a strong oxidizer (adds oxygen to molecules) for both organic compounds and metals. When mixed with water it can also form hydrochloric acids which will eat away at the components of stainless steel, allowing it to oxidize the Fe (iron) into ferric hydroxide deposits.Aug 27, 2015

I have a strong appreciation for thinking outside the box, but pretty sure the answer is Ford went cheap on materials for our door lock assembly.

 

[MakinDoForNow]

I have a strong appreciation for thinking outside the box, but pretty sure the answer is Ford went cheap on materials for our door lock assembly.

Ford selection is of course possible. I expect that is very possible that if pool is well chlorinated it would be wise for wet swimmers to at least dry their hands before getting near certain objects. I have good friend whose 4 kids grew up swimming 6-7 day a week since about 4 years old. Competitive school, clubs, etc went to college on scholarships. Two teaching swimming in HS getting close to retirement now. One passed at 38, other is pharmacist. When swimming got up 4 am in pool 2.5-3hrs before school and 3hours after school. Eating 3,000++ calories daily in bed at 9:30pm..

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

2023 XLT hybrid 100% outside.
No corrosion on the key holes so far.

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