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Title: Squealing front brakes
Post by: Omega_Dan on 10 March 2011, 18:37:35
Had new pads and discs fitted 2000 miles ago. Over the last few weeks noticed a squealing whilst driving which goes when i apply the brake.

It sound to me like they need cleaning but any other suggestions?


Dan
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: feeutfo on 10 March 2011, 19:06:08
Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: Omega_Dan on 10 March 2011, 19:15:10
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Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/


Yeah pads and discs GM. I know its strange. it comes and goes but its whilst im on the move :-/
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: feeutfo on 10 March 2011, 19:59:59
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Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/


Yeah pads and discs GM. I know its strange. it comes and goes but its whilst im on the move :-/
Also check the caliper sliders are greased and moving freely.
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: Omega_Dan on 10 March 2011, 20:34:16
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Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/


Yeah pads and discs GM. I know its strange. it comes and goes but its whilst im on the move :-/
Also check the caliper sliders are greased and moving freely.

Will do :y
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: Andy B on 10 March 2011, 20:39:44
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Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/


Yeah pads and discs GM. I know its strange. it comes and goes but its whilst im on the move :-/
Also check the caliper sliders are greased and moving freely.

Will do :y

Chris will give you a suitable sized tub of copper grease .............  ::) ::) ::) ;D
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: Omega_Dan on 10 March 2011, 20:55:24
got a tub and some spray :y ;)
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: feeutfo on 10 March 2011, 20:59:19
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Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/


Yeah pads and discs GM. I know its strange. it comes and goes but its whilst im on the move :-/
Also check the caliper sliders are greased and moving freely.

Will do :y

Chris will give you a suitable sized tub of copper grease .............  ::) ::) ::) ;D
Oh no he won't.  ;D. All mine, mine,mine,mine.  I need it to glue my wheels on with should the bolts come loose.  ;)
Title: Re: Squealing front brakes
Post by: Andy B on 10 March 2011, 21:00:44
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Squealing when not braking? That's a new one on me I must say.

I might check the piston is not seized/retracts when pedal is released, or that the pads are seated correctly.

What parts fitted? Gm?   :-/


Yeah pads and discs GM. I know its strange. it comes and goes but its whilst im on the move :-/
Also check the caliper sliders are greased and moving freely.

Will do :y

Chris will give you a suitable sized tub of copper grease .............  ::) ::) ::) ;D
Oh no he won't.  ;D. All mine, mine,mine,mine.  I need it to glue my wheels on with should the bolts come loose.  ;)

 ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D