Gary,
The anisqueal adhesive works for a while, maybe 500 miles. The squeal
slowly returns however. I made a set of shims out of some SS stock and they
work fine.
Keith Pennell
> Upon investigating a clunking sound emanating from the rt. front when I
> touch the brake pedal I noticed that 1/2 of the shim (anti-squeal) plate
was
> missing. I ordered new ones from M--- and the new ones do not appear
large
> enough to cover the pad to piston surfaces. They are about 1/2 inch too
short.
> Are these shims really needed and will the shortness of the new ones
cause me
> more problems if I use them? Does anyone just use the anti-squeal liquid
that
> comes in a tube and forego the shims? Thanks
>
> Gary Shunk '67 BJ8 #38427 N.J.
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