Gen2 Brake Pads

[drugal]

I got some unpleasant metal-on-metal action with my Gen2 today, so I went out to buy some new pads at Canadian Tire. They offered me the $20 econo pads made by "Jasper Brake Products", or the $60 high-end pads.

I took the $20 pads, and saw a notice on the side of the box: "Avoid creating or breathing dust. Contains hazardous substances which may cause lung injury. Wear respirator if used in a poorly ventilated area. Refer to MSDS sheet for further information."

Do manufacturers still use asbestos in brakes? I can't find an MSDS sheet anywhere for these, and you would think that they'd warn you to use a respirator at ALL times, not just in a well ventilated area if they do contain asbestos.

[nuron]

That fine dust contains all sorts of metals and a composite of other materials so that's why they don't want you breathing it, so it's not just about asbestos.

[toyomoho]

In the USA, manufacturers are required to furnish MSDS info upon demand, not sure in Canada. Call them up or see if they have a website.

Asbestos is still used, wear a mask or hose down the area with water (brakes cold).