Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Breaks are still Sqeaking!!!?

I have a 95 Honda Accord. I replaced all 4 break pads about 2 months ago. The breaks are still squeaking like no other and its really annoying! I believe my rotors might be too worn out cause i waited a long, long time before i changed my breaks. I usually have to step on the breaks almost half of the way before it starts to stop. How much should it cost to get this problem fixed?Breaks are still Sqeaking!!!?
It is a good idea to have the rotors resurfaced at the time you replace the pads. The older pads will have worn grooves in the surface of the rotors. This verily accounts for the squeeling noise you hear, as the flat new pads contact the uneven surface of the worn rotors. Resurface, or replace.



Sure, new Accord rotors cost $20-$30 each.



However.

Replacing the rotors on a 95 Accord is not as simple as one would like. I've never seen such a frustrating brake design as these. If you are using conventional tools, not only will the entire front hub/bearing assembly have to be pulled, but the lower ball joint has to be released to get the rotor out. There is a specialty tool called the GTD5, which eases the removal of the hub and rotor significantly. It runs $150 on ebay.



Buy a 36mm 1/2 drive socket if you don't already have one, and it doesn't hurt to have an impact wrench.



If there is too much brake pedal travel with your new pad replacement, it speaks of improperly bled brake lines. The third and final step after replacing the pads, and resurfacing the rotors, is to bleed the brake lines, and eliminate any potential bubbles in the line. Improperly bled lines will leave your brakes feeling 'spongy', often leading to excessive pedal travel, or the need to double pump the brake pedal to get a stronger grip.Breaks are still Sqeaking!!!?
Rotors for your car start off as low as 25 dollars each. Make a few calls and find the best prices. You don't need the premium rotors. Economy rotors work just as well
If you do it yourself you will save a bundle.

rotors 15.00 to 25.00 dollars each

Pads set 15.00 to 40.00 dollars

and be sure to buy the little packet of Stop Squeak, put this stuff on the pads when you change em out.
I use the peramatex disc brake quiet in the spray can. try it or another brand and if that doesn't stop it,then you have purchased cheap pads. Rotors will not make brakes squeak!This has happened too many times to me. Solution----Buy pads from the honda dealer or Bendix semi metallic and use the stop squeak spray. You don't have to buy the new ceramic type. I now buy my pads from the dealer or buy the upper end semi metallic and have never had squeaks again. the cheap pads also create a lot of brake dust and keep your wheels dirty. Ever notice how clean new car wheels stay.....good quality pads. It costs about $25-$35 more but the silence is worth it.

Hope this helps,

Sixties

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