right rear drum will not come off

2000 GMC
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WRCHAPMAN
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did the left side no problem getting the drum off got to the right side and now i have this problem drum will turn with the yire on or off
Mar 10, 2012 at 11:01 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You need to back off the brake adjuster from the rear of the backing plate
Mar 10, 2012 at 11:03 PM
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CADIEMAN
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spray down the studs and center with wd 40.get a hammer and try to knock it loose.if no u will need to do what raz said.if u hear grinding.your going to have the drum replaced.u should have the drums cut anyway.
Mar 10, 2012 at 11:29 PM
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