Installed new Mintex and new rotors and still noisy.

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06-11-2004, 06:45 AM

paulsky

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Installed new Mintex and new rotors and still noisy.

I had new rotors and pads installed 5000 miles ago. I bedded the brakes as posted in some other post.

During slow-speed braking they still squeal. Is that related to calipers now ?

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06-11-2004, 06:47 AM

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you put anti-squel grease on?

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06-11-2004, 06:47 AM

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Nope. You think that will help ?

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06-11-2004, 06:59 AM

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yes...

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06-11-2004, 07:31 AM

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so I am assuming I have to take it apart and apply the goo?

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06-11-2004, 09:02 AM

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Yep...most of the guides tell you to apply anti squeal compound..

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06-11-2004, 12:53 PM

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my first set of Mintex squeeled like an SOB for about 1800mi....

then i got them replaced under warranty and they have been terrific ever since.

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Installed new Mintex and new rotors and still noisy.

Installed new Mintex and new rotors and still noisy.

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