TR7 Brake squeal

[TReslaV8]

I have a standard TR7 convertible, 1981 build with standard steel wheels. Pads and discs in good order but without fail, as you ease off the brakes when coming to a stop, they let out an almighty squeal. Any ideas? Different brand of pads maybe?   To be clear, it is gentle pressure that gets a squeal. 

Thanks!

David

[Velocita Rosso]

When did you last change pads?

[Clive]

Do you know what pads are currently fitted?

But whatever they are try using some mintex ceratec grease after removing the pads, a good clean including the surfaces where the pad backing plates move on the calipers.

Also check wheel bearing play.

[Beans]

Presuming the brakes are also standard (HELP 🤪)
• Are the anti rattle (spring) clips fitted?
• In case the anti squeal shims are fitted, remove these and use a good quality pad grease as Clive mentioned.

[TReslaV8]

Many thanks all, the car is relatively new to me (just a couple of months) and have the standard discs and pads and whilst there is plenty of meat on the pads, I do not know their age. I will go back and check the springs and give the surfaces a clean as suggested.

Mind it might be a day or three before I do, given the 40 degree heat - just not the weather for being in overalls and jacking a car up!

 

Cheers