01/06/2026
Sometimes finding parts isn't as straightforward as it seems.
When we went to do what was initially a simple lock change as the new owners didnt have a key for their sliding door, it soon turned into a bit more 😄.
It turned out the gearbox mechanism on the aluminium sliding door had broken as well. With the door itself being about 40 years old it was never going to be easy to find the right replacement.
After a good few hours trawling the internet it became clear the part was unavailable in the UK. We did, however, manage to track one down....in Belgium!!
We finally managed to get the new part fitted today so the door can now be locked and secured. Hopefully the new gearbox will last as long as the last one!!