rallyace

Took it to a locksmith today. The handle was chrome plated at some time in the past and whoever did the plating filled the lock release plug and plated the locking mechanism in place. It cannot be repaired.  For what it is worth, he said this was not the first time he has seen this on classic car parts.   Thanks for the help. Now to find a new handle with a key........

Thanks for the help. There were a lot of sources on ebay and you never know who to trust. I will be in touch with Champion today.
 
Mike