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Old Oct 4, 2009, 01:39 PM
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Which Lubrication for new Brakes?

Just wondering what Grease/Lube you guys are using as you install a new set of pads to lubricate the shims, pins, etc..?

I'm going to be changing out my 75K miles stock rotors for a set of DBA4000,
Project Mu B-force pads and Goodridge lines.

Any Tips and suggestions on what Fluids and Grease to use is greatly appreciated! My Evo is a Daily on NY/NJ roads. (A lot of hazards everywhere.)
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permatex--I think it brake quiet--
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Thanks, where do you get "permatex"?
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Which Grease?
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I use either high-temp copper anti-seize or the high-temp synthetic brake grease packets they have near the registers at auto parts stores.

For fluid I recommend ATE Super Blue.
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I always have a can of chassis lube around the shop and that is all I usually use on brake pads. My experience is that it doesn't much matter what you use, the rubber stuff, high temp grease or copper grease. Any grease product gets baked, filled with brake dust and dirt, and pretty much quickly becomes the equivalent of the rubber product. What you want is something that will absorb vibration and keep the pads from squealing.
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http://www.permatex.com/products/Aut...ubricant_b.htm
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Thanks, for the info - I guess I can use the copper anti-seize from work.
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Any other grease and fluids?
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Permatex® Ceramic Extreme Brake Parts Lubricant

good stuff...


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Which stores carry Permatex® Ceramic Extreme Brake Parts Lubricant ?
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I got it at Kragens.

Pretty high temp rating. -65°F to 2800°F (-54°C to 1538°C)

http://www.permatex.com/products/Aut..._Lubricant.htm


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Which stores carry Permatex® Ceramic Extreme Brake Parts Lubricant ?
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I used the Permatex Copper Anti-Seize Lubricant. Think it's rated to 1600 deg. F. Bought it at my local hardware store.
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