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Re: 97 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9dsl Rear Brake Lockup
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 8/24/2007

Hi Brian, Be aware that many Dodge Diesel guys replace the rear wheel cylinders with ones from a Chevy 1-ton to make up for poor rear brake performance. While the rear brakes do work better, you sometimes end up with excessive shoe wear and rear wheel lockup. ... Login to read more.