2003 Ford Mustang Brake Squeal

2003 FORD MUSTANG
35,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BFP724
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I just replaced the front and rear disc brake pads,new rear rotors and resurfaced the front rotors on my 2003 Mustang GT. I used Motorcraft replacement parts recomended by the Ford dealer.
My problem is that after the brakes get warm they start to squeal (very loud at times) I didn't have this problem before I changed the pads. I checked the anti rattle springs and used Disc Brake Quiet. (Permatex Brand). I haven't been able to isolate the squealing to the front or rear. I'm thinking about replacing the front rotors also. I was told resurfacing isn't always the best way to go?.
Any suggestions.
Jul 18, 2008 at 2:01 PM
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MERLIN2021
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The issue can be the rotors, or should I say the finish of the surface, and I use ceramic pads whenever possible, semi-metalics are tough to quite down! Also I use either anti-sieze or silicone grease on the back of the pads, and never have a problem on Fords and Lincolns this way!
Jul 18, 2008 at 2:56 PM
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