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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 02:00 AM
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Default Do I need new brake pads??

I installed new Lyndall brake pads about a week or so before my wreck in May so they probably have 100 miles or less. I had to replace my rear rotor and was told the pads must be replaced when intalling a new rotor. What say you??
 
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 04:44 AM
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I would say no, they should be ok
 
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 08:38 AM
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Id just sand them a bit to help them seat again.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 09:06 AM
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Ditto. I'd think a lite sanding and go for it, unless you can see any physical damage to the pads.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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no, just be sure to clean the pistons and take it easy for the first 100 miles
 
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Old Sep 27, 2010 | 07:14 AM
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They should be ok, dont worry about sanding, the dust is dangerous and can cause cancer, they'l bed themselves in in no time, just take it easy for the first 100 miles.
 
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