As some of you know i recently replaced the engine in my '82 Diesel and it
was in storage for almost two years.  The brakes *seemed* fine for a little
while, but now when i back out of my driveway there is an awful clunking
noise when I hit the brakes.  I can also feel a vibration in the pedal.  At
times the pedal feels soft and other times it is very hard.  The noise
appears to be coming from the driver's side rear wheel.  It is dark now and I
will look it over tomorrow.  Just wanted to see if anyone had had a similar
experience.  Also, probably related, sometimes when i go to release the
parking brake, it doesn't release.  I have to give it gas and then a POP! and
it is released.  I hope no one tells me I need to replace all my rear
brakes...I am a college student who just paid for a new diesel.....

.....but I do like to stop.

Thanks
Stefan