suggestions on new pads...
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Originally posted by neur0sis
Well, its been getting into the high 20 degrees here and I have no squeeks from my HPS. Sounds like they were not bedded properly, or installed properly.
When I installed the pads, I re-used the metal shims that were on the stock pads, and also sprayed a rubberized "stop squeel" on the back of those plates (as you should with just about ALL brake pads) ... installed them, and drove around the neighborhood doing several 30mph -> 5mph stops. After that I did several 45mph -> 5mph stops (don't stop completly). This was as per the Hawk installation sheet that came with the pads.
Well, its been getting into the high 20 degrees here and I have no squeeks from my HPS. Sounds like they were not bedded properly, or installed properly.
When I installed the pads, I re-used the metal shims that were on the stock pads, and also sprayed a rubberized "stop squeel" on the back of those plates (as you should with just about ALL brake pads) ... installed them, and drove around the neighborhood doing several 30mph -> 5mph stops. After that I did several 45mph -> 5mph stops (don't stop completly). This was as per the Hawk installation sheet that came with the pads.
Originally posted by ZISBAK
Hmmm... I think I did installed correctly, but maybe the rotor was cut well. I did re-used the metal shims and also lubbed with a lot of Gold Grease on the back of the plate, maybe I should of look for some rubberized "stop squeel". what is that btw?
Hmmm... I think I did installed correctly, but maybe the rotor was cut well. I did re-used the metal shims and also lubbed with a lot of Gold Grease on the back of the plate, maybe I should of look for some rubberized "stop squeel". what is that btw?
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Permatex 80077
Disc Brake Quiet: 127MA; Aerosol; 9 oz.
Worked like a charm!
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From: Coppell, Texas
Originally posted by neur0sis
Well, the "stop squeel" is just a generic name for it. The exact stuff I used was:
Permatex 80077
Disc Brake Quiet: 127MA; Aerosol; 9 oz.
Worked like a charm!
Well, the "stop squeel" is just a generic name for it. The exact stuff I used was:
Permatex 80077
Disc Brake Quiet: 127MA; Aerosol; 9 oz.
Worked like a charm!
I put on the Hawk HP+ pads based on recommendations here. The brake dust was greatly reduced. I bedded the pads properly, but still had a lot of squeel.
My big problem though, is that I'm experiencing brake fade after just a few agressive stops (+100mph -> ~10mph) which I do quite regularly when I'm testing new mods with my G-Tech.
I'm concerned about taking this to the track, since I don't want to have to pull off after a few corners to let my brakes cool down. The OE brakes seem to have more staying power, although less grip than the Hawk's.
I guess a big brake kit (WilWood, Stoptech, Brembo, etc.) is in my future if I want to see any track time this year.
I took the Hawk's off last week, and measured them. I measured less a 1000th of an inch of wear after 6 weeks of heavy stop and go daily driving.
My big problem though, is that I'm experiencing brake fade after just a few agressive stops (+100mph -> ~10mph) which I do quite regularly when I'm testing new mods with my G-Tech.
I'm concerned about taking this to the track, since I don't want to have to pull off after a few corners to let my brakes cool down. The OE brakes seem to have more staying power, although less grip than the Hawk's.
I guess a big brake kit (WilWood, Stoptech, Brembo, etc.) is in my future if I want to see any track time this year.
I took the Hawk's off last week, and measured them. I measured less a 1000th of an inch of wear after 6 weeks of heavy stop and go daily driving.
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