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I recently asked about my squeaking brakes. Ive come to the conclusion to get new pads since i have tried everything else now im stuck on which pads to order from rock auto could you guys post type of brakes you have and mileage on them and how do you like them and if they make any noise so far im considering Reybestos, Monroe or Akebono.
Ive alway used Napa brand ceramic pads on all of my brake jobs and have have excellent results. No brake dust, chatter or squeeks. My opinion is you dont always have to buy expensive pads. Stay away from pads bought from AutoZone and Advance AutoParts, they sell junk! Just my opinion
Ive alway used Napa brand ceramic pads on all of my brake jobs and have have excellent results. No brake dust, chatter or squeeks. My opinion is you dont always have to buy expensive pads. Stay away from pads bought from AutoZone and Advance AutoParts, they sell junk! Just my opinion
That's kinda funny because my pads where purchased from napa and they squeak that's why i'm looking into those.
Go Akebono. Raybestos, at least older ones, tend to be softer (less dense) and do not last anywhere as long as Akebonos, which under normal driving should be able to give you 60-90K miles easily.
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I recently asked about my squeaking brakes. Ive come to the conclusion to get new pads since i have tried everything else now im stuck on which pads to order from rock auto could you guys post type of brakes you have and mileage on them and how do you like them and if they make any noise so far im considering Reybestos, Monroe or Akebono.
Go Akebono. Raybestos, at least older ones, tend to be softer (less dense) and do not last anywhere as long as Akebonos, which under normal driving should be able to give you 60-90K miles easily.
Alright that was my first choice but wanted to see what people had to say i guess ill go with akebono. Hopefully everything works out if not im stuck with the squealing.
Not sure on exact miles but i wanna say right after brake in period if not before.
I'll assume you have replaced the shims if any, and that you use the blue goop on the back of the pads because that's the most common cause, ignoring these two things - what causes brake squeal is actually the pads shimmying in their mounts i.e. pad vibration.
If you put the pads in yourself did they go in easily or were they very tight? A little loose is better then too tight because the pads must be free to move in their mounts. If they are tight, lubricant is often helpful but not always the complete answer, because any grease you use is quickly contaminated by brake dust and there is nothing to be done about it. You ought to be able to put your brakes together with or without lubricant and have them not squeal. My only guess is maybe your pads fit too tightly.
I have got replacement pads that were so tight in the caliper they would barely fit. Rather then take them back i just filed them a little bit until they fit properly and that only took a minute or two.
There is nothing wrong with filing off a little metal to make the pads fit the calipers how they are supposed to. It is only mild steel used on the steel backing material and it files very easily (you should not need a grinder, a file only ought to be sufficient or something is wrong with the pads.)
I have used all 3 and been pleased, I currently have Monroe in my 05 and have about 3500 miles on them with no complaints. I would more recommend the Monroe due to price/performance. The others do not seem to perform any different to me and they cost more
I'll assume you have replaced the shims if any, and that you use the blue goop on the back of the pads because that's the most common cause, ignoring these two things - what causes brake squeal is actually the pads shimmying in their mounts i.e. pad vibration.
If you put the pads in yourself did they go in easily or were they very tight? A little loose is better then too tight because the pads must be free to move in their mounts. If they are tight, lubricant is often helpful but not always the complete answer, because any grease you use is quickly contaminated by brake dust and there is nothing to be done about it. You ought to be able to put your brakes together with or without lubricant and have them not squeal. My only guess is maybe your pads fit too tightly.
I have got replacement pads that were so tight in the caliper they would barely fit. Rather then take them back i just filed them a little bit until they fit properly and that only took a minute or two.
There is nothing wrong with filing off a little metal to make the pads fit the calipers how they are supposed to. It is only mild steel used on the steel backing material and it files very easily (you should not need a grinder, a file only ought to be sufficient or something is wrong with the pads.)
I didn't put the pads in my self i had a mechanic do it i was recently told about the blue goop stuff where can i get some and what is it exactly called cause i cant find it on google.
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