How do I know if my XT brake pads are gone?
09-12-07, 09:17 AM
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How do I know if my XT brake pads are gone?
Hi guys, excuse what might sound like an obvious question...
How can I find out if my Shimano XT disc brake pads are worn out? They have always squealed on and off, which appears to be a common thing. However I'm now wondering if the consistent squealing is because they are nearly worn out. On my last ride they were howling.
Is there some simple measurement I can do, or is there something I can look for visually that will let me know when it's time to change the pads?
Thanks,
Mon
How can I find out if my Shimano XT disc brake pads are worn out? They have always squealed on and off, which appears to be a common thing. However I'm now wondering if the consistent squealing is because they are nearly worn out. On my last ride they were howling.
Is there some simple measurement I can do, or is there something I can look for visually that will let me know when it's time to change the pads?
Thanks,
Mon
09-12-07, 01:40 PM
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09-12-07, 01:41 PM
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In other words if you have metal to metal, they should have been changed last weekend.
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There's usually some water clearing channels in the pad surface. If they're worn away, replace. Some pads have a wear line molded into the top of the pad. Probably not the cause of your worsened squealing, unless the wear has altered the toe-in.
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There are grooves or slots in the pads that run from the top to the bottom. When those are gone, it is time to replace.
