"Disc quiet" for new pads?
11-13-2008, 03:33 PM
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"Disc quiet" for new pads? So, I'm going to be throwing on my new set of Brembo blanks and EBC Greenstuff pads. My question is, should I get something like Disc Quiet to apply to the back of the pads where they come in contact with the caliper. I used to work at a shop that had us put this stuff on every single set of pads before we installed them. We would always put it on Bendix Ceramic pads, but I've never used "performance" brake pad sets before. Would it hurt to use something of the nature to reduce squeaks and creaks or are the EBC pads quality enough to pretty much be a slap 'em on and roll type? Thanks.
11-13-2008, 03:40 PM
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I can't comment on what they'd be like without the disc brake quiet rubbery stuff. But I can say I didn't have any issues with using them on performance pads. I don't see how it can hurt using it. I've used them on Hawk HPS and PBR Metal Masters pads.
11-14-2008, 11:51 AM
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There's no way I'd use that stuff on even a street-only car. You're putting a substance of non-uniform thickness, and that may break down, in between your calipers and brake pads! What if it's not the same thickness at the top as the bottom? Now you've got uneven pressure on the pad.
Also, it's a plastic (of sorts). When you press the pedal, it's going to compress. That's the opposite direction that most of us want to go.
A properly installed and maintained brake setup should not squeal. About the only time it will, is when using EXTREMELY aggressive race pads. And they only squeal when they're cold. My Carbotech XP10s used to squeal when I was in the pits, but at no other time. My XP12s don't squeal at all.
Also, it's a plastic (of sorts). When you press the pedal, it's going to compress. That's the opposite direction that most of us want to go.
A properly installed and maintained brake setup should not squeal. About the only time it will, is when using EXTREMELY aggressive race pads. And they only squeal when they're cold. My Carbotech XP10s used to squeal when I was in the pits, but at no other time. My XP12s don't squeal at all.
11-14-2008, 12:37 PM
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There's no way I'd use that stuff on even a street-only car. You're putting a substance of non-uniform thickness, and that may break down, in between your calipers and brake pads! What if it's not the same thickness at the top as the bottom? Now you've got uneven pressure on the pad.
Also, it's a plastic (of sorts). When you press the pedal, it's going to compress. That's the opposite direction that most of us want to go.
A properly installed and maintained brake setup should not squeal. About the only time it will, is when using EXTREMELY aggressive race pads. And they only squeal when they're cold. My Carbotech XP10s used to squeal when I was in the pits, but at no other time. My XP12s don't squeal at all.
Also, it's a plastic (of sorts). When you press the pedal, it's going to compress. That's the opposite direction that most of us want to go.
A properly installed and maintained brake setup should not squeal. About the only time it will, is when using EXTREMELY aggressive race pads. And they only squeal when they're cold. My Carbotech XP10s used to squeal when I was in the pits, but at no other time. My XP12s don't squeal at all.
