Daves69Coupe 10 Report post Posted February 19, 2013 what part usually fails in the mechanism that causes the brake to not release. I've seen refurbished mechs on cjpony parts so there must be an at home fix I can do to make in function properly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmlay 80 Report post Posted February 19, 2013 Basically 3 places to look.: 1) The pedal mechanical - disconnect the cable under the dash & make sure it it will release properly 2) Drum mechanical - disconnect the cable under the dash & make sure everything moves as it should 3) One of the 3 cables stuck - usually rusted or just jammed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969vert 55 Report post Posted February 20, 2013 (edited) I have seen several with the release handle broke off or rewelded.. Wd-40 would have saved most of them...had to spray mine several times over the years.. Edited February 20, 2013 by 1969vert Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites