Originally Posted by lawkd
The Kool Stop black compound is less likely to squeal than the salmon compound, if that's a factor. You may need to toe them WAY in, if the brake arms have some play. I had a similar problem with Avid Shorty 4 brakes, just too much play and it couldn't be adjusted out. With black Kool Stop pads toed way way in, the squealing finally was gone and the braking was good.
I had the same problem with the black compound pads and Shimano STX brakes when I replaced the original 12 year old pads. I finally toed them WAY WAY in. The squealing stopped and the braking is good.
Last edited by gmcttr; 09-10-06 at 09:29 PM.