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    stevep828 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 14, 2012, 04:12 PM
    Dead bolt installation in a metal door specifics, Can it be done to all metal doors?
    Can all you install a deadbolt in all metal doors.
    Or are there some with foam core construction that you should not attempt installing a deadbolt.

    If it is possible on a metal with foam core residential door (1987 construction)
    Do the screws that hold the deadbolt to the edge of the door just go into metal only?
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    Jul 14, 2012, 06:56 PM
    Check the template for dead bolt u want to use. It will tell u how to install and give thickness of door it will fit.

    The hardest part will be installing the striker plate if the jamb is metal also.

    U will need special drill bits to drill metal door.

    If buying a new door, get it with the dead bolt already drilled.

    Chuck
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    Jul 14, 2012, 08:20 PM
    Most residential metal doors are clad over a wood inside. I just installed a new deadbolt in a metal door yesterday and the deadbolt side was wood. PIA to drill both holes.
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