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Strange problem - Can't reverse after applying parking brake 200 1984

posted by  Lord Volvo on  Tue Oct 9 06:41 CST 2012
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...at least I think that's why I can't reverse. I haven't been using my parking brake for a while because it tends to hang up. But I applied it last week when the car was jacked up for bodywork. Yesterday the car would reverse for a foot or so then suddenly stop as if I hit something. After rolling forward a few feet, I could then reverse with no issue other than a slight scraping noise coming from the rear. Then this morning, after applying the parking brake again, I had trouble reversing once I arrived at my destination: after rolling for a foot or two the car suddenly stops as if it's hitting something.

When the car was jacked up, it was supported by the jack stands on the rear axle.

I've had my share of embarrassing issues over the years but this is an interesting one. Any thoughts?
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Mike F - 1984 244 DL - 317,000 miles
Original engine, transmission, drive train, starter
Undergoing reconstructive surgery with POR-15

1972 142 S - The Yellow Brick - 135,000 miles
All stock except for Weber Carb. B20B engine. M40






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