[Yak] Brake Squeal

[scott.laughlin at att.net]

Peter,

You might check to see that the nose of the pads are contacting the rim first.  If the trailing edge contacts first they might squeal.  If you find that okay you might check the rim service and clean it with something.  Last of all, the pads may be glazed.  remove the glaze with fine sandpaper.

Scott

-------------- Original message from Peter Thomas : -------------- 

> I have been riding my newly purchased NWT (1997 model) for about two weeks and 
> the rear brakes have suddenly begun to emit a horrendous squeal. 
> 
> The brakes are Shimano LX (Vs) and I don't believe the pads were replaced in the 
> factory rehab before my purchase. 
> 
> Could this be a simple age problem? 
> 
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