When I arrived home from work I smelled something hot and after feeling around the truck I found my drivers side rear wheel to be the culprit. The rim was extremely hot as was the breaks and tire. After about 20 min you still could not touch the rotor. I looked it over and nothing looks out of whack (I did not take the tire off and look at it just from under the truck). Anyone have any idea what the problem could be??

Your help is much appreciated.
John

 

I know this sounds stupid but did you leave the e-brake on, don't ask me how I know this is a possibility

 

Defective brake caliper, collapsed brake hose, possible rust on caliper hangers and/or slides. If it is hydraulic in nature, replace all components in pairs (left & right sides).

Greg

 

jack up the wheel, see if it spins.

 

The E-brake can hang up on an older truck. Good luck.