Brakes question.
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Pro
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Orlando FL
Brakes question.
OK. At the risk of sounding like an idiot, for the brakes on the front of our cars (mine being an 95 LT1 with the HD brakes)... there's the guide pin at the bottom riding on the bottoms of the calipers... is there supposed to be a clip, or anything for that manner, at the top of the pads? I ask, because I honestly did not have anything there when I bought the car, and the pads I bought did not include any hardware for the top.
Thanks for your help gentlemen!
Thanks for your help gentlemen!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Orlando FL
It is common that many pads and even shoes have holes and cut outs that might have multiple uses, or mean absolutely nothing. Just use the pads as required for that brake system and all will be fine. 
It's when you have left over parts that……. could be a problem.
It's when you have left over parts that……. could be a problem.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Castro Valley CA
A new pin is always better, if you see any wear on the pin; replace it. I use the J55's on my track driven LT1 and I do 10+ pad changes a year, my budget is rather slim; I have used the same pins for the last two years without any problems.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Castro Valley CA
The brake dust is very abrasive and there is slight movement of the pads as they float.