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Rear Brake Noise

Old Sep 10, 2012 | 09:50 AM
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The rear brakes on my 1994 R model make a clanking noise when I go over any sort of bumps. I pulled the wheels off and it seems like the caliper is rocking on the post that holds it in place. Is this a common wear point? If I put my foot slightly on the brakes the noise doesn't occur so I think I've isolated it. Any ideas? I could either buy new posts or I have a contact that could nickle plate them.
Old Sep 10, 2012 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by joefisherff
The rear brakes on my 1994 R model make a clanking noise when I go over any sort of bumps. I pulled the wheels off and it seems like the caliper is rocking on the post that holds it in place. Is this a common wear point? If I put my foot slightly on the brakes the noise doesn't occur so I think I've isolated it. Any ideas? I could either buy new posts or I have a contact that could nickle plate them.
im not 100 % sure the rear slide pins are replaceable, after a quick search im not seeing them for sale on advance's website. new calipers or brackets are not that expensive so thats the route i would chose in that situation. also be sure to check your suspension for looseness.
Old Sep 11, 2012 | 08:04 AM
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