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I was forced to do a fair bit of riding in the rain early this week and the front brakes sounded and felt really rough when wet, and I'm assuming it's the stock pads installed (bought the bike used)
After searching the forum I gathered that the Lyndall Gold + was a popular choice and ordered the 7256 and 7257
Will report back after I've given them a test run.
If you are getting a squeak (I have never gotten the squeak) you can get a lubricant for teh back of the brake pad from any auto parts store. Put some of that on there, and also clean off teh brake pistons with brake cleaner and a tooth brush at the same time and see if it changes. What model is your bike?
2010 Fat Bob. I know I cleaned up the pistons when I replaced them but can't remember using grease for the back of pad. I always do on cars when I replace them. I'll have to give it a look. When I use the compressor to blow off the dust of the bike and blow the brake dust out they don't squeak for a few. Once they get warmed up and I use them they will squeak.
Like i said i will check the grease situation and check back. Love the pads though way better than stock. will use for the rears once those go.
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