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Title: Squeek
Post by: Redk on May 12, 2017, 01:44:37 PM

A very slight chamfer, applied with a file, to the leading edge of brake shoes and disk brake pads may ease a little of the squeaking.
Some disk brake pad sets come with a liquid rubber type goo for application to the backside of the pads to dampen noise...

Machinery really should not squeak, though.  It's probably a sign that inspection is warranted and possible application of lubricant.
redk

Title: Re: Squeek
Post by: MJR on May 12, 2017, 03:55:30 PM

It happens when you have semi mettalic brakes pads. Two of my B650's make noise and it annoys me. I think I might have to change the pads to make it go away.

Title: Re: Squeek
Post by: ole two wheels on May 12, 2017, 10:44:26 PM

Might want to look at some ceramic pads. No squeak or dust and do not generate as much heat. I got tired of my front chrome alloys turning black with brake dust, on my pick-up. The guy at the auto parts store suggested I try ceramic pads and I've never looked back.


Mac

Title: Re: Squeek
Post by: Redk on May 15, 2017, 09:16:20 AM

MJR, I have seen other people make large X's using a file across the shoes, attempting to quiet squeaks.
I will Not warrant the mod to safety components.
redk

Title: Re: Squeek
Post by: Stig / Major Tom on May 23, 2017, 08:53:48 PM

No auto expert here....but was informed long ago that disc brake noise is due to pad vibrating in its seat. Fix is with a shim to back-side of pad...to dampen contact/vibration.....
Noise source is from back of pad, not face/disc side.
Had a 2002 BMW...we used teflon like shim ....silenced the brakes...tip was from a good mechanic.
Stig

Title: Re: Squeek
Post by: big blue on May 24, 2017, 04:30:24 AM

Back to days of Alfa Romeos with metallic pads, copper grease on the back of the pads.