Glossary / General

locked up

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

“Locked up” means parts won’t move anymore. Usually that happens when rust or dirt has jammed things together.

Technical Definition

“Locked up” describes components that have seized due to corrosion, lack of lubrication, or contamination—common after long-term water exposure. It’s a repair challenge because you may need penetrating oils, heat, or component replacement.

Hear It Discussed

"But, you know, the same, you get the same sense in the Aston that when you drive it, you can't use all that performance. You'd be locked up. And rightly so."
We need to talk about Ferrari #316 The Intercooler 37:57

"and you've got to get the back wheel out. [1065.2s] Everything's just locked up. You know, you're just working on this crap"
Kevin Magee | Part 1 - Horsham hijinks & rounding ‘em up on the outside! Rusty's Garage 17:45

"It was when I locked up in a 930 turbo and got humbled by no anti-lock brakes. and got humbled by no anti-lock brakes."
Carl Hartley & Rob Moore On Starting Cars & Money & Expose Their Differences! Road To Success with Benedict Fowler 22:04