Guest Posted October 25, 2003 Share Posted October 25, 2003 I just received a vacuum trunk release to install in my 67 442.the problem is that the vacuum release won't work unless the key is in the trunklock.Do I need a special lock mech. to use the vacuum trunk release.The key seems to release the tumblers in the lock so that the vacuum release works.Need Help tmrcrc@sprynet.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketraider Posted October 25, 2003 Share Posted October 25, 2003 There is an extra link that fits between the vacuum cylinder and the lock cylinder. Make sure it's installed right, it may be binding. You can try some WD40 or graphite in the lock cylinder too. It's supposed to work without the key. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 26, 2003 Share Posted October 26, 2003 Are there any photos or drawings that are available so that I can seehow and what is needed. I have tried the lock without the key and it won't turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketraider Posted October 26, 2003 Share Posted October 26, 2003 PM me with a mailing address and I'll Xerox the shop manual stuff for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
66400 Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 Right now on eBay 2440599755 offered for sale is a '66-'67 trunk release with a good view of the jointed rod.Henry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_starfire Posted November 21, 2003 Share Posted November 21, 2003 Yes, you have to have the "jointed rod". This is an extension that lets the power cylinder open the trunk from the inside, yet does not interfere with the mechanism for opening the trunk from the outside. Most power trunk kits you buy anywhere do not have this part included. They are very hard to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 22, 2003 Share Posted November 22, 2003 Well I found one and it is in and is working good.If any one comes acrossone of them they had better grab it, because I had to look high & low and foundit in Oregon and it was the last one he had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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