sounds like the pads are loose in the calipers, not uncommon. There is a
brake pad lube/anti-squeal product that can be put on the back side of the
pads (not the pad surface) that will cause the pad to retract slightly with
the caliper when pressure is released. Available at local auto parts
houses and costs about $1 - 2.
M. W. Jordan, Jr.
Greenwood, Mississippi
TR3A, Norton motorcycles, Triumph motorcycles, BSA singles, Ducati Singles
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> From: Vincenti, Ross <Ross.Vincenti@transamerica.com>
> To: Triumph ListReturn requested <Triumphs@autox.team.net>
> Subject: Squeaking Brakes While Moving
> Date: Wednesday, July 09, 1997 10:19 AM
>
> Greetings Scions.
>
> Interesting phenomenon is occuring on my Mk I Spitfire brakes. Whilst
> motoring underway without touching the brakes I am hearing a squeaking
> noise from the brakes. I think it is the brakes because as soon as I
very
> lightly apply pressure to the pedal, the squeaking goes away. Note, I am
> not talking about squealing noises occuring while braking, I am talking
> about something apparently rubbing while underway and it sounds as though
> it comes from the front, not the rear.
>
> I checked the front rotors immediately after letting the vehicle coast to
a
> stop without applying the brakes, but they are cool to the touch, so
> perhaps it is wheel bearings? If so, why would the squeaking stop on
> application of the brakes? Any ideas on what to check or any products I
> can apply to the rotors and pads to stop this infernal racket?
>
> Ross D. Vincenti
> Asst. General Counsel/Asst. Sec'ty.
> Transamerica Home Loan - Legal Division
> Los Angeles, CA 90015
> (213) 742-4756
> (213) 741-6945 or 742-4010 fax
> ross.vincenti@transamerica.com
> 64 Spitfire 4
> 64 Porsche 356C Coupe
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