1987 GTA Rear Disc Brake Question
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Car: 1987 GTA Trans Am
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1987 GTA Rear Disc Brake Question
Hey guys. Got a question. I've got a original 1987 GTA with the rear wheel disc brakes. Car sat for about 10 years without ever moving. I changed out the front calipers and pads, drained the brake system and refilled it and bled all the brakes.
Now, my rear wheels always collect brake dust fairly quickly. Not just your average slight coat, but I'm talking like actual dust, buildup if you will. Like sanding something down and you get all that dust.
Anyway, why is this? I know the rear brakes work very well but is this due to them being old brake pads, or is it grabbing them too hard?
Now, my rear wheels always collect brake dust fairly quickly. Not just your average slight coat, but I'm talking like actual dust, buildup if you will. Like sanding something down and you get all that dust.
Anyway, why is this? I know the rear brakes work very well but is this due to them being old brake pads, or is it grabbing them too hard?
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Re: 1987 GTA Rear Disc Brake Question
I am not an expert but when I switched to the ceramic pads it took care of 98% of the dust.
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Re: 1987 GTA Rear Disc Brake Question
Did it used to pile up or was it just a slight coating? I have ceramics on the front and as you said, I've yet to see dust in between washes.
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Car: 1983 BB 1995 Z28 Camaro's
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Transmission: TH350-4l60e
Axle/Gears: 373 posi-Stock
Re: 1987 GTA Rear Disc Brake Question
It would pile up and it was a darkish brown color.
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