>I am in the process of restoring a 1971 TR6. I have completely stripped the
>car(engine, interior etc.) and now have completed the front suspensin
>rebuild.prior to this the body was sent out for stripping and repainting
>and it is looking great.When the car returned the drivers side rear wheel
>would not turn. I managed to get some motion by using a lever and a lot of
>force but it certainly is not like the other side. Could this be a frozen
>brake or a more serious problem. How should I go about making the
>diagnosis. I was hoping not to rebuild the rear suspension.
Art,
I would start by taking off the wheel and drum cover. See if there is
anything obvious. Might be as simple as a stuck e-brake. See if the
bearing assembly turns once you take the cover off.
Rear bearings are lots of grief and lots of bucks. I have just gone through
it, trust me. :-(
Wes
73 TR6 CF1195UO
Wesley J. Radstaak, B.Sc., P.Ag
Mechanical World Inc.
6104- Davies Road
Edmonton, Alberta T6E 4M9
(780) 413-0075
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