I thought they stopped asbestos in brake linings... at least, in all the pads
that
are standard equipment, etc... (i.e. not custom racing pads, etc.) Am I wrong?
Nevertheless... asbestos or not asbestos... the warning seems wise... no matter
what it is, particulate matter is not a good thing to breath.
--Justin
using Brad Kahler wrote:
> Listers,
>
> Got this from another e-mail list I'm on, thought it was important
> enough to post here.
>
> Courtesy of Mike Boteler. (original auther)
>
> -------------
>
> Be careful with the brake dust, it's harmful to your health.....use a
> brake cleaning spray to wet and wash all surfaces. Catch the runoff
> in a pan for disposal. This will help you keep from putting any
> asbestos particles into the air. Note asbestos can stay suspended in
> the air for up to 48 hours.....NEVER BLOW THE BRAKES WITH
> COMPRESSED AIR.
>
> Shop safety tip for the day!!
>
> Brad (Lincoln Nebraska 402-464-1502)
>
> 1964 Spitfire4 BFC25720L (In "Teething" Mode right now)
> 1966 TR4A CT72398L (Waiting for garage space to start teardown)
> 1951 Dodge Truck 82217766 B-3-B-108 (Suspension just about ready to
>install)
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