Spring force mechanically locks and air pressure unlocks the clamp, so pressure loss locks the unit. High locking force holds the rod in any midstroke position, although actual force depends on rod ...

Locking systems offer a certain amount of mystery because few of us understand how they work. We look to the expertise of a locksmith to get what we need from keyed locks, but you really don't need ...

Annoying as this situation was, it did determine what the first tech piece on this car would be. At the very least, a new door lock cylinder was a must. Corvette Central sells them in pairs, though ...