01hardrockcomp
07-19-03, 10:04 PM
Is it true that if you apply chalk on the rims it will stop the brakes from making a squeaking noise?
General Cycling Discussion - Chalk on RIms
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Hunter
07-20-03, 08:10 AM
It sounds to me like a pad adjustment. You need to have them properly squared and toed in. If not a new set of pads may be in order. I reccomend Kool Stop pads.
http://www.parktool.com/repair_help/index.shtml
http://www.parktool.com/repair_help/index.shtml
ljbike
07-20-03, 09:49 AM
I've not heard of the chalk treatment you spoke of, but I agree with Hunter that it sounds more like an improper toe-in adjustment. That is the most common cause for squeaking brakes.
Dave Stohler
07-20-03, 11:41 AM
As an engineer, I could see how chalk might quiet a squealing brake, but it will aslo greatly reduce the stopping power of the brakes (at least temporarily).
Don't do it.
Don't do it.
Flaneur
07-20-03, 04:04 PM
somebody's yanking your chain.......
chalk is very good for stopping squeaky floorboards in old houses......
-it's just going to turn your brakes/rims into a dangerous mess
chalk is very good for stopping squeaky floorboards in old houses......
-it's just going to turn your brakes/rims into a dangerous mess
shokhead
07-20-03, 05:16 PM
Dont use them and you wont hear them.