Front breaks scream! ( just replaced pads too)
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04-14-2012, 09:16 AM
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04-14-2012, 09:35 AM
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#4
04-14-2012, 09:42 AM
replace pads requires a bit of skill.
you could have it done correctly for you
or try, try again.
basics
never let the caliper hang from the brake line- use a piece of wire to support it.
clean- all the brake dust and dirt possible needs to be removed
grease the pins that the caliper slides on ( or it can hang up)
make sure the clips are clean and secure, and hold their tension.
anti-seize goop on the back of the pads, this silicone- like material absorbs and resists vibrations
you may want to chamfer the leading ( lower) edge of the pads with sandpaper at a 45º angle.
make sure the rotors are not grooved or warped, don't let grease get on any braking surfaces
mike
you could have it done correctly for you
or try, try again.
basics
never let the caliper hang from the brake line- use a piece of wire to support it.
clean- all the brake dust and dirt possible needs to be removed
grease the pins that the caliper slides on ( or it can hang up)
make sure the clips are clean and secure, and hold their tension.
anti-seize goop on the back of the pads, this silicone- like material absorbs and resists vibrations
you may want to chamfer the leading ( lower) edge of the pads with sandpaper at a 45º angle.
make sure the rotors are not grooved or warped, don't let grease get on any braking surfaces
mike
#5
04-14-2012, 02:34 PM
Thanks good to see someone can still be a smart a$$.
Now onto more productive input/advice.
replace pads requires a bit of skill.
you could have it done correctly for you
or try, try again.
basics
never let the caliper hang from the brake line- use a piece of wire to support it.
clean- all the brake dust and dirt possible needs to be removed
grease the pins that the caliper slides on ( or it can hang up)
make sure the clips are clean and secure, and hold their tension.
anti-seize goop on the back of the pads, this silicone- like material absorbs and resists vibrations
This is the issue, bone head moment. Thanks
you may want to chamfer the leading ( lower) edge of the pads with sandpaper at a 45º angle.
I use to do this on my old bike, now with a HD I think "no race bike"
make sure the rotors are not grooved or warped, don't let grease get on any braking surfaces
mike
you could have it done correctly for you
or try, try again.
basics
never let the caliper hang from the brake line- use a piece of wire to support it.
clean- all the brake dust and dirt possible needs to be removed
grease the pins that the caliper slides on ( or it can hang up)
make sure the clips are clean and secure, and hold their tension.
anti-seize goop on the back of the pads, this silicone- like material absorbs and resists vibrations
This is the issue, bone head moment. Thanks
you may want to chamfer the leading ( lower) edge of the pads with sandpaper at a 45º angle.
I use to do this on my old bike, now with a HD I think "no race bike"
make sure the rotors are not grooved or warped, don't let grease get on any braking surfaces
mike
#6
04-14-2012, 02:45 PM
I tried reversing rotors, chamfering the pads and anti squeal goop on the the back of the pads which only lasted a few miles.
Then I put NHC pads from Ebay on mine 5000 miles ago, it completely eliminated the embarrassing screech coming to red lights. Just saying.
Then I put NHC pads from Ebay on mine 5000 miles ago, it completely eliminated the embarrassing screech coming to red lights. Just saying.
Last edited by collin; 04-14-2012 at 02:48 PM.
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