Is it normal?

fait_svx · #1 03-09-2005, 06:24 PM

I just got my brake kit that I ordered from Ben(raceconcepts) installed. I ordered the drilled/slotted. There is a squeak coming from the drivers side, cant pin point which wheel it is. Is this normal? Will it start to go away after a certain amount of time? Also, there is a slight rattle coming from behind the rear seats after I hit a pothole. I'm guessing my mechanic didnt install the SS brakelines tight enough. Am I correct or could it be something else?

Earthworm · #2 03-10-2005, 06:54 AM

Does the squeak go away if you push harder on the pedal? Do you have all the shims for the brake pads installed?

As for the rattle is it a light rattle or heavy? (how big of a part does it sound like?)

n00b on demand · #3 03-10-2005, 07:08 AM

My squeak goes away if i press the pedal harder...what does that mean?

Earthworm · #4 03-10-2005, 07:53 AM

Means take another look at the brake pads to ensure they're installed with all the shims. Also check that the caliper pins are not siezed up.

fait_svx · #5 03-11-2005, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by [I

Does the squeak go away if you push harder on the pedal? [/I]

The squeak does go away when I step on the brakes. Also, today i noticed that it tends to squeak a little louder when I am turning left.

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Originally Posted by [I

As for the rattle is it a light rattle or heavy? (how big of a part does it sound like?)[/I ]

Its a light rattle. I'm guessing it is the brake line. Because, it only happens when I hit a bump. I'm gonna take it back to my mechanic on monday, see what he says.