Why can't I select a HD when reinstalling Lion?

I am attempting to reinstall my OS but I am having some difficulty.  I was told that the HD checked out OK and that an reinstallation of my OS Lion would resolve my problem.  I rebooted the mac while holding control & R.  I then followed the steps to install the OS. However, on the last step when I need to choose a HD it says that the disk is locked and I can't go any further.  The macbook has not been able to start for over a week that is why I am reinstalling Lion.  Any suggestions out there?

Read https://discussions.apple.com/thread/5243611?start=0&tstart=0
Allan

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