1987 Grand National sitting in the garage for 6 months...now the brakes are locked!!!

[BDG71]

Does anyone know how to un-freeze the brakes. Car running...in gear...and wont move. And yes...the emergency brake is off.
Can anybody help???

 

[xlr8ngn]

Jack up and see if it’s the front or rear. Old brake fluid can collect moisture and cause corrosion.

 

[Chuck Leeper]

Rear wheel cylinder leaking onto the shoes will glue them to the drum.
Take the wheels off, and use a heavy plastic hammer to shock the drums.

 

[BDG71]

Thanks for the advice...i will give it a shot.

 

[BDG71]

Hey Chuck...you were right...a few whacks with the hammer freed up the brakes.
Im thinking the humid summer months some how made the brakes stick just enough
to be a problem. Serves me right for not taking out my car more. Thanks again all!!