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Old 28-06-2011, 11:25 AM
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Default escort rs turbo back wheel locked up

Right few weeks ago got the escort rs turbo s2 out of the garage give it a wash put it back in the garage and the back wheels locked now got the passager one moving but cant get the driver side moving etc .
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chock the front wheels so it can't run you over, get under the car and give the back plate on the brake drum a smack.

in future don't apply the handbrake when parking up just after you've washed it!
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As above - shoe will be stuck in the drum. I just drove mine, makes a bang and shudder when it frees but worked for me. Now I don't leave the car for any prolonged period with the handbrake on - brick either side of the wheel instead.
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Years ago I had the same with a citroen ax I left standing whilst on holiday, phoned my mate who runs the local garage and explained what was wrong, he turned up with a lump hammer and clacked the rear wheel, job done. I felt a tit!!
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Originally Posted by Mr S1
As above - shoe will be stuck in the drum. I just drove mine, makes a bang and shudder when it frees but worked for me. Now I don't leave the car for any prolonged period with the handbrake on - brick either side of the wheel instead.
Or just leave it in gear! As said you can normally just drive off and it will free it, although you may need some considerable revs and a sharp clutch engagement can help!

Martin
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