Where do the brake pad clips go?
I am about to install a set of GM performace front brake calipers & pads. The pads came with a bag of hardware. I know where 4 of the clips go - each end of the abutment brackets but there are 2 other clips. I believe they are squeal clips but I can not tell where they go from the instructions provided. Can ayone provide a picture or explain in detail where this clip goes and what it does? Is it really necessary?
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Originally Posted by Bowtieguy54
(Post 1579165195)
I am about to install a set of GM performace front brake calipers & pads. The pads came with a bag of hardware. I know where 4 of the clips go - each end of the abutment brackets but there are 2 other clips. I believe they are squeal clips but I can not tell where they go from the instructions provided. Can ayone provide a picture or explain in detail where this clip goes and what it does? Is it really necessary?
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Originally Posted by cdkcorvette7
(Post 1579165949)
If they are what I think they are they clip to the brake pads positioned such that the piston contacts the metal guard instead of the back of the actual pad. Do you have a picture?
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The third clip goes on the inside of the caliper. Look at it and you will see two small "arms" about 3/16" long pushed out from the rounded side of the clip. These locate the clip on the inside of the caliper. It will snap in place with a little pressure. This clip keeps the pads pushed all the way down and help alleviate squeel.
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Originally Posted by CHJ In Virginia
(Post 1579166914)
The third clip goes on the inside of the caliper. Look at it and you will see two small "arms" about 3/16" long pushed out from the rounded side of the clip. These locate the clip on the inside of the caliper. It will snap in place with a little pressure. This clip keeps the pads pushed all the way down and help alleviate squeel.
Very nice explanation - thanks for the help! |
just pop the other wheel off and look at it for guidance...:thumbs:
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Hello I hope I haven't missed the boat on this thread. I am replacing the front pads and calipers on my 86 there are abutment clips that came with the hardware kit I am having the same issue as the original post here. I cannot for the life of me figure where these clips go. I pulled the other side off and both sides did not have these. If someone can please help I would appreciate it.
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