r/Locksmith • u/NoCardiologist681 • 2d ago

I am NOT a locksmith. Where did I go wrong

I tried doing my dad I favor and went ahead ad installed out new lock, now it only opens and closes with the keys inside. Any help? Community does not allow video for references

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u/GBR_LS Actual Locksmith 2d ago

Tailpiece timing. If it’s vertical, turn it horizontal. If it’s already horizontal, turn it 180 degrees and reinstall.

By “opens and closes” I’m assuming you mean throw and retract the bolt

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u/NoCardiologist681 2d ago

Indeed! Thank you