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mjsmith1223 · 09-13-2003, 05:14 PM

Drivers side rear brake is stuck. From a quick inspection it appears that the parking brake cable is stuck due to corrosion in its jacket. How hard is it to replace a parking brake cable?

Also, since this must have been going on awhile before I noticed it I imagine I'll have to replace all the components in the drivers side rear - drum, shoes, wheel cylinder, etc. Since the brake line going to the wheel cylinder is very corroded it looks as if that will have to be replaced as well. Should I replace the components in the passenger side rear at the same time just to maintain balance in the system?

Thanks!

Mike
Grand Haven, MI

09-13-2003, 05:14 PM	#1
mjsmith1223 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 94	Stuck rear brake Drivers side rear brake is stuck. From a quick inspection it appears that the parking brake cable is stuck due to corrosion in its jacket. How hard is it to replace a parking brake cable? Also, since this must have been going on awhile before I noticed it I imagine I'll have to replace all the components in the drivers side rear - drum, shoes, wheel cylinder, etc. Since the brake line going to the wheel cylinder is very corroded it looks as if that will have to be replaced as well. Should I replace the components in the passenger side rear at the same time just to maintain balance in the system? Thanks! Mike Grand Haven, MI __________________ 1986 GMC C1500 High Sierra w/ mid-70's-ish 350 & th350 tranny 1976 Wellcraft 19.5' cuddy, Chevy 250 I6 -- FOR SALE

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