Thread: Common Problems with the AU??
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Old 27-06-2015, 11:28 AM   #692
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Default Re: Common Problems with the AU??
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Does anyone know how to stop brake pads/wheel over-heating.I've lubricated the sliding pins on the caliper etc with the recommended grease.Could the rubber sleeves on the pin bolt heads stop them sliding & would it improve heating problems if they are removed?Are soft or hard pads best?
Hi TRAU BLAU, hows your handbrake adjustment? If its not releasing properly & dragging... heat!

I woudn't remove the dust covers imo at all, they are there also to keep water out on rainy days to protect against corroded pins etc

Here's a quick link with a chart in it about disc pad compounds & effectiveness -

http://www.ebay.com/gds/The-Dos-and-...7322315/g.html

Hope it helps & good luck!

cheer's, Maka
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