1997 Ford F-150 Tire stuck

STILLWATER10

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1997 FORD F-150
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
23,000 MILES

On my 1997 ford f-150 the right rear tire locks up going forward but not in reverse. It will stick as I drive forward then kick in I don't know if its the rear bearings or e-brake. And does this have anything to do with an abs light.

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 AT 8:41 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Do you have rear drum or disc brakes? Honestly, it sounds like a sticking park brake. The park brake will work much better going forward and not be as noticeable in reverse.

Let me know.
Joe

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Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 AT 8:49 PM

STILLWATER10

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There drum brakes.

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Monday, November 23rd, 2009 AT 7:02 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Have you tried removing the drum? Chances are what you said is correct. If the park brake is stuck on, you will have trouble removing the drum.

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Joe

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Monday, November 23rd, 2009 AT 7:14 AM

STILLWATER10

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I removed the drum with out an issue and reassembled the brakes. There is gear lube leaking on the rear right from the seal but that side is not sticking

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Friday, November 27th, 2009 AT 3:05 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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The axle seal will need replaced. THe gear lube will cause that brake to grab. As far as the left side, if the drim came right off, were you able to turn the axle? If not, something has come apart in the differential or you have a seezed wheel bearing.

LEt me know.

JOe