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Parabolica · 09-10-2012, 09:19 PM

I tried the Permatex grease. Worked for a couple weeks. When I next checked the pads, nothing was left of the grease. It had literally turned to carbon...

That said, I was running HP+ pads, and drive almost exclusively in canyons. I've since changed to HP pads, used the supplied grease, and don't have any more squealing issues.

GearHeadPeter · 09-11-2012, 02:34 PM

I have the Brembo's on my V6 and use Hawk Performance Ceramic pad. Greased up the lube points as outlined in this thread and then bedded the pads per Hawk. So far after 10 months I have no issues. The pads put on the SS from the factory are racing pads, which squeal like a pig no matter waht you do.

kmcd · 10-11-2012, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toehead93

So has this solved everyones issues? Its been several months now, i am curious to hear some long term feedback.

It's been over a year now, including several track days. Still no squeal.

jeremywes · 10-12-2012, 09:37 AM

Cool tip with the hockey pucks.

TBone · 04-06-2013, 08:54 PM

This stuff look like it could hold up to the extreme temps of racing.

http://www.permatex.com/products/pro...bricant-detail

Permatex® CeramicExtreme Brake PartsLubricant

"A 100% synthetic formula, coupled with real ceramic solids make this premium brake lubricant our longest lasting, most temperature resistant way to silence brake noise. Effective from -50°F to 3000°F (-46°C to 1649°C), this product maintains its lubricating integrity under the most extreme conditions. Resistant to corrosion and contaminants, it will not wash out."

T.

Synner · 04-06-2013, 09:16 PM

Not really. It still will cook off and the pad itself will squeal with real track pads. I used it when I put my DTC-30's on. I also used it with the HP+ on the old SS calipers and it was cooked off and squealing after a track day. Only thing that helps minimize the squeal is stomping on it in stop and go, not really ideal considering I can easily outbreak whatever schmuck is tailgating me. But if you have track pads its a lost cause unless you swap out for track days. Or at least thats been my experience with 2 levels of hawks and this stuff. Without track days it does last a long time though, better than other stuff I've used in the past.

TBone · 04-06-2013, 09:28 PM

Race pads squeal=given.

Good to know though about track days. But if it last for the day or two of track days then reapply when you switch back to street pads that would be OK.

T.

jhiiidoc · 04-07-2013, 07:32 PM

Couldn't find the permatex stuff, but gave CRC disc brake quiet a try...no joy...squeal lessened but didn't go away, and was very prominent under moderate to hard brake pressure...I'm at my wits end...gonna order the permatex online and give it one more try...

Synner · 04-07-2013, 08:37 PM

First result on google:
http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-24125.../dp/B0018PSASU
Purple color is a bit goofy but it works great on daily driving. Stomping on the brakes to remove any glaze a few times can help too. This stuff will only help if sliding parts/friction is your issue.

franknbeans · 04-08-2013, 09:58 PM

So i just got my calipers back from powder coat... installed but didn't know about the bolts.. is this a 100% no go on reusing the bolts?

SPCBA · 04-08-2013, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by franknbeans

So i just got my calipers back from powder coat... installed but didn't know about the bolts.. is this a 100% no go on reusing the bolts?

pretty much...one use only...they are meant to stretch.

LSX Camaro · 04-09-2013, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Stig

how long exactly have you been sitting on this information?

but anyways...

This is not a new concept. This method has been industry standard for years.

snaphappy · 06-04-2013, 07:13 PM

Went to follow your procedure, check out my brakes, very different pads!

snaphappy · 06-04-2013, 07:34 PM

Ha! Did some research, now I get it! I had never seen roller skates, pretty exotic to me.

09-11-2012, 02:34 PM	#44
GearHeadPeter US Navy Vet Drives: 2011 2LT/RS, 65 Mustang GT Fastback Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,567	I have the Brembo's on my V6 and use Hawk Performance Ceramic pad. Greased up the lube points as outlined in this thread and then bedded the pads per Hawk. So far after 10 months I have no issues. The pads put on the SS from the factory are racing pads, which squeal like a pig no matter waht you do. __________________ 2011 - 2LT/RS - RY, A6, Gray Interior - Team LLT: 3rd Camaro on this forum to have a Mylink installed. Installation by GEN5DIY, Heritage Grill, Lloyds Premium Ebony Camaro RS floor mats, Empire Billet Camaro Black sill plates, AAC: LED footwell & interior lighting, Rear Courtesy Lights, LED side markers/turn signals, Plasma P13W DRl bulbs, Formula 1 Pinnacle Series tint, Roto-Fab Yellow CAI & Fuse cover, Technostalgia Afterburner LED taillights, EmblemPros custom V6 hydrocoated carbon fiber/RY engine cover, Pfadt Sport sway bars, Ofer's Backup Camera, and full Brembo brake conversion.

04-06-2013, 08:54 PM	#47
TBone Negative Camber Junkie Drives: 2010 1SS LS3/6MN ABM 1 of 23 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ChiTown, IL Posts: 1,824	This stuff look like it could hold up to the extreme temps of racing. http://www.permatex.com/products/pro...bricant-detail Permatex® CeramicExtreme Brake PartsLubricant "A 100% synthetic formula, coupled with real ceramic solids make this premium brake lubricant our longest lasting, most temperature resistant way to silence brake noise. Effective from -50°F to 3000°F (-46°C to 1649°C), this product maintains its lubricating integrity under the most extreme conditions. Resistant to corrosion and contaminants, it will not wash out." T. __________________ "Horsepower is something that looks great in a Magazine article, but suspension is what actually gets you around the track fast.." Jack Olsen The drag strip is like sniffing glue, it's cheap, it's a decent buzz, it doesn't last long and they are all the same. Road racing is like China White Heroin, the buzz is stronger, the high lasts for hours, it's extremely addictive and they are all different. I can't wait for my next Track fix. DA HAWKS OWN DA CUP!!!!!

04-06-2013, 09:28 PM	#49
TBone Negative Camber Junkie Drives: 2010 1SS LS3/6MN ABM 1 of 23 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ChiTown, IL Posts: 1,824	Race pads squeal=given. Good to know though about track days. But if it last for the day or two of track days then reapply when you switch back to street pads that would be OK. T. __________________ "Horsepower is something that looks great in a Magazine article, but suspension is what actually gets you around the track fast.." Jack Olsen The drag strip is like sniffing glue, it's cheap, it's a decent buzz, it doesn't last long and they are all the same. Road racing is like China White Heroin, the buzz is stronger, the high lasts for hours, it's extremely addictive and they are all different. I can't wait for my next Track fix. DA HAWKS OWN DA CUP!!!!!

04-08-2013, 09:58 PM	#52
franknbeans Whipped Drives: 2010 CAMARO Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Pittsburgh-ish - PA Posts: 4,216 View My Garage	So i just got my calipers back from powder coat... installed but didn't know about the bolts.. is this a 100% no go on reusing the bolts? __________________ Car of the week 7/7/14

06-04-2013, 07:13 PM	#55
snaphappy Drives: 2011 Camaro Convertible SS2/RS LS3 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Olive Branch, Ms Posts: 742	Went to follow your procedure, check out my brakes, very different pads! Attached Images

09-10-2012, 09:19 PM	#43
Parabolica Account Suspended Drives: 2011 2SS Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: CA. Posts: 309	I tried the Permatex grease. Worked for a couple weeks. When I next checked the pads, nothing was left of the grease. It had literally turned to carbon... That said, I was running HP+ pads, and drive almost exclusively in canyons. I've since changed to HP pads, used the supplied grease, and don't have any more squealing issues.

10-12-2012, 09:37 AM	#46
jeremywes Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 504 View My Garage	Cool tip with the hockey pucks.

04-06-2013, 09:16 PM	#48
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,544	Not really. It still will cook off and the pad itself will squeal with real track pads. I used it when I put my DTC-30's on. I also used it with the HP+ on the old SS calipers and it was cooked off and squealing after a track day. Only thing that helps minimize the squeal is stomping on it in stop and go, not really ideal considering I can easily outbreak whatever schmuck is tailgating me. But if you have track pads its a lost cause unless you swap out for track days. Or at least thats been my experience with 2 levels of hawks and this stuff. Without track days it does last a long time though, better than other stuff I've used in the past.

04-07-2013, 07:32 PM	#50
jhiiidoc Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS SLP Supercharged Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Central Florida Posts: 319	Couldn't find the permatex stuff, but gave CRC disc brake quiet a try...no joy...squeal lessened but didn't go away, and was very prominent under moderate to hard brake pressure...I'm at my wits end...gonna order the permatex online and give it one more try...

04-07-2013, 08:37 PM	#51
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,544	First result on google: http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-24125.../dp/B0018PSASU Purple color is a bit goofy but it works great on daily driving. Stomping on the brakes to remove any glaze a few times can help too. This stuff will only help if sliding parts/friction is your issue.

06-04-2013, 07:34 PM	#56
snaphappy Drives: 2011 Camaro Convertible SS2/RS LS3 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Olive Branch, Ms Posts: 742	Ha! Did some research, now I get it! I had never seen roller skates, pretty exotic to me.

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