Re: TOY: Re: brake pads

[Karl Bellve <Karl.Bellve@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

My LSPV has been adjusted (doesn't mean it can't be further adjusted). I
actually checked the computer at Advance Auto and the pads are lasting 1
to 2 years (rather than replacing them every 3-4 months...memory goes
with????). 


Bomber wrote:
> 
> make sure you rears are adjusted properly and your proportioning valve is
> working... you may be using the front brakes way more than the rear....this
> would lead to premature wear on the pads.
> 
> Bomber
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Karl Bellve, Ph.D. <Karl.Bellve@umassmed.edu>
> To: Toyota 4x4Wire.com <toyota@4x4wire.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2000 7:52 AM
> Subject: TOY: brake pads
> 
> >
> > I seem to be going through front brake pads 2 to 3 times a year. I don't
> > think I use my brakes that hard! But the truck will stop very quickly
> > and I am pleased with the pads stopping performance but not with their
> > life or the amount of brake dust they generate. I use the best I can buy
> > at Advance Auto (something silver?). What do other people use?
> >
> >
> >
> >
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> >
> > Karl Bellve ICQ # 13956200
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