Squeaky brakes!

[2.7boxer6]

Hey guys, Now that its getting into top down weather I have been noticing more and more how squeaky my brakes are!
Just wondering if you guys no the cause/solution for the issue.

Additional info: regular base boxster disc brakes '00.

Thanks!

[landrovered]

Lots of causes for squeel/squeeking brakes, you need to inspect them to determine the exact cause.

[Daniel R]

Landrovered is right. Can be many causes. I will list a few of the "usual suspects" below.

1. Are the anti-vibration shims fitted behind the pads? Huge difference.
2. Do you only use the brakes lightly at low speeds? They can glaze if they are not occasionally used under moderate to heavy loads.
3. Are you using a hard compound pad, like a Pagid race pad or low dust type? I have Pagids and they squeal a lot. Amazing stopping power and zero fade, but noisy when cold.

I have seen a spray on the market that supposedly reduces brake squeal, however I would not recommend it. Firstly try a few high speed stops to see if it is a glaze issue. If not you will need to pull the pads out and go from there.

Good luck.

[Tranlm]

My brakes were squeaking too. Bought some brake cleaner and spayed down the discs and pads to solve the problem.

[2.7boxer6]

Thanks for the response Tran,

I assume you had to take off the wheel (and maybe disassemble the brake) to do this? Or can you just spray, push the car a bit and spay the unsprayed part?

[Paul]

Start by spraying them with a garden hose while cold. No need to remove anything. Then drive it to dry them out and see if the noise goes away.