Back break rotors stuck.

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Dec 4, 2004 | 07:08 PM

dazedbydespair

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Back break rotors stuck.

I own a 1997 Ford Explorer 5.0L V8. I have been wanting to replace the back break rotors. I have replaced the front ones just fine but the back rotors are stuck and dont want to budge. Im sure other people are having this problem. I tried everything to get them off but nothing works. Please help me with this problem. Thanks

Dec 5, 2004 | 07:21 AM

SRD4X4

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Are the E-brake shoes holding them on?

Dec 5, 2004 | 08:16 AM

dazedbydespair

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The e-brake is off. Thats what i thought it was but when i took turned it off they still didnt come off. I have tried hitting the rotor but it still doesnt move.

Dec 5, 2004 | 11:39 PM

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If the rotors have never been off the truck, there's a small metal clip that holds the rotor in place. It's part of the assembly process at the factory. I know it's a 97, but I've seen stranger things. If there's no clip, then either the E-brake shoes are hanging up, or the rotor is rusted in place. Those are the only possibilities I'm aware of.

Jan 26, 2005 | 05:02 PM

CDW6212R

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Yes, they are hard to remove sometimes. Northern climates, and lack of use multiplies the problem. It will take time, patience, a hammer, screwdriver, and some curse words. Good luck,
DonW

Jan 27, 2005 | 07:15 AM

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Yeah, what he said. Spray them with some good rust penetrate stuff. I suggest PB Blaster. Spray in the cracks around the lugs and around the center hole around the axle. Let that stuff soak in and then beat with hammer.