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TR2/3/3A TR 3a. Rear brakes

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tomnanney

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My car has been sitting for a few months and the rear brakes are sticking? Any idea's why? I'm thinking maybe it's the rear wheels cylinders?
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tom
 
That's where I would look first. Another possibility is that the hose to the rear axle has failed internally and is blocking the free flow of fluid back to the MC. I can't say if it's common, but it has happened to me.
 
Sticking or stuck?

If stuck, first I'd see if both are stuck or just one. That will give you a clue whether is it something common to both (like that hose) or specific to one (like a cylinder).

I have had a cylinder stick during a long sit -- cracked open the bleed screw to free it (which you have to do to remove the drum) then a simple rebuild.

If, on the other hand, you mean they are sort of sticking or grabbing -- then I would remove the drum and look for contamination.
 
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