[Z06] front brake pad install question?
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Instructor
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From: Inver grove heights, MN
front brake pad install question?
Front ac delco ceramic pads. The box has these install directions. To use the silicone lube at illustrated areas.(see photo) However after removing the old clips and pads I see no evidence of old lube. Do I use it or not? (2004 Z)
Drifting
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From: Seven Devils NC
Humm
I have put mutiple sets of pads on my Z for track and street use and never put any of that on... I guess its the anti squeel stuff helps to keep um quiet by absorbing the harmonic vibrations that make the squeek... does not hurt to put it on
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Instructor
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From: Inver grove heights, MN
the little package of lube , hardly has any in it. I definetely don't think there would even be enough to use it where they illustrated. Also in my prior brake pad installs on other cars. You don't use the silicone lube(anti squeek) on the outer pad. If it has the thin metal plate, already bonded to the back of the pad(when you buy other store brand premium pads).
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From: Montoursville Pa
the little package of lube , hardly has any in it. I definetely don't think there would even be enough to use it where they illustrated. Also in my prior brake pad installs on other cars. You don't use the silicone lube(anti squeek) on the outer pad. If it has the thin metal plate, already bonded to the back of the pad(when you buy other store brand premium pads).
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Another thing you could do is file the edge of the pads where they fit into the clips. A number of pads have a sharp edge due to the way they are stamped in manufacturing. Just even it out on the end that hits the bracket when braking in the forward direction. The lube plus the smooth pad edge allows the pad to move the way it is supposed to move.
Bill
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Another thing you could do is file the edge of the pads where they fit into the clips. A number of pads have a sharp edge due to the way they are stamped in manufacturing. Just even it out on the end that hits the bracket when braking in the forward direction. The lube plus the smooth pad edge allows the pad to move the way it is supposed to move.
Bill
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