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Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 7:59 pm Post subject: squeeling sound?
Hello,
I have a '79 305. I have a weird squealing sound coming out louder day after day. When i press the break pedal, it disappears. I can press it very gently (like almost not using the breaks) and it's gone. As soon as i release the pedal, it's on again. The sound is coming out of the driver's side front wheel. Any idea what it could be?
EDIT: appeared after i changed my front tires. _________________
Thanks for your replies. I've checked and indeed, i really need new pads. I might also need to change the discs.
Any recommendations? We're talking budget here. I also have 14" rims, so i guess i can't but extra wide discs/rotors. _________________
Necoa #: 6858
Location: 7(AL,GA,TN)
Joined: Feb 07, 2006
Posts: 940
Year: 1970
Model: El Camino
Posted: Thu Aug 28, 2008 7:22 pm Post subject: rotor change
Brake rotors have a service limit based on thickness. They need to be measured to determine if resurfacing is possible. If still thick enough, they can be resurfaced on a lathe. If not, they should be replaced. Changing to something other than the standard size get's involved and is not what you call "budget". _________________ Jim
70 ElCamino 461 solid M20 331eaton
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