Dear Scotty,
The wife's Jeep had all 4 pads and rotors replaced by a guy in her 4x4 club and they really squeal when stopping. It appears to squeal more with light brake pedal pressure such as when starting to apply brakes - reminiscent of the old GM wear indicators from the '70's.
The pads and rotors appear new and have alot of material on them. I recall years ago that 'sport' brakes such as semi-metallic pads would make alot of noise but be good under heavy braking loads. That could be the case here but I am not sure. Further, the wife does not want to deal with the guy that put them on.
Other than replacing the pads altogether, are there brake pad shims or goop to apply that will work to eliminate the squeal?
Pete 'The Missing Link'
- Hi Jared, the guy just used cheap pads. She pads make noise good pants like akebono don't
Thanks Scotty!
I guess they are just more parts to replace on the wife's 'money pit'. It is still cheaper than a divorce, I suppose!
Pete 'The Missing Link'
I replaced the brake pads on front and rear. The rotors were replaced when the pads were replaced. The pads that were put on by the club guy were store brand 'Select'.
The new pads I just put on are ceramics hybrids from Raybestos and are completely silent!
Thanks Scotty!