TReslaV8 Posted July 14, 2022 Share Posted July 14, 2022 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velocita Rosso Posted July 14, 2022 Share Posted July 14, 2022 When did you last change pads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted July 14, 2022 Share Posted July 14, 2022 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted July 14, 2022 Share Posted July 14, 2022 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TReslaV8 Posted July 17, 2022 Author Share Posted July 17, 2022 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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