Brake pad shim and shim cover replacement

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11-07-2005, 03:37 PM

kwadell

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Brake pad shim and shim cover replacement

When changeing the brake pads...how many are installing new brake pad shims and shim covers? IF you replace these where are folks buying the new shim and shim covers?

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11-07-2005, 06:35 PM

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i am confused as well..... as i have searched , some people installed new pads
without stock shims, some with .... not sure it's a must or just an option...
my brake shop installed (project MU, hawk hps pads) without stock shims and my brakes are squealing...

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11-08-2005, 08:03 AM

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It's up to you. I don't bother with my racing pads, but for street use, I'd use the stock shims. They are not required, and it's not a safety issue if your shop left them off.
Will