My brakes are squealing when replacing brakes. should I get new rotors also? Thanks
Jul 26, 2021 at 4:22 AM
Brakes squealing when braking
2015 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
STEVIE12
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,
I would always replace rotors with every brake job.
Make sure you use ceramic brake pads to eliminate the squealing.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd
Metallic pads contain bits of metal. When they get hot, the metal comes to the surface and contacts the rotor giving you the noise.
Use premium rotors. The cheap ones will make noise and warp from heat.
Roy
I would always replace rotors with every brake job.
Make sure you use ceramic brake pads to eliminate the squealing.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd
Metallic pads contain bits of metal. When they get hot, the metal comes to the surface and contacts the rotor giving you the noise.
Use premium rotors. The cheap ones will make noise and warp from heat.
Roy
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Jul 26, 2021 at 5:14 AM
Thank you. someone told me I should replace calipers. what's your opinion?
Jul 26, 2021 at 5:18 AM
ASEMASTER6371
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Only if you have issues with the brakes pulling one way or the other.
Roy
Roy
Jul 26, 2021 at 5:39 AM
Thank you.
Jul 26, 2021 at 5:45 AM
ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.
Always glad to help.
Roy
Always glad to help.
Roy
Jul 26, 2021 at 5:47 AM
Roy, one more question. I do not have pulling but if I need calipers can I still put brakes and rotors on without new calipers until next week due to not having the money?
Jul 26, 2021 at 6:15 AM
ASEMASTER6371
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Sure. I would make sure you still have the issue after you replace the pads and rotors.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-caliper-replacement
Roy
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-caliper-replacement
Roy
Jul 26, 2021 at 6:29 AM
Thank you Sir.
Jul 26, 2021 at 10:17 AM
ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.
Always glad to help.
Roy
Always glad to help.
Roy
Jul 26, 2021 at 10:21 AM
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