[Sean]

To be clear, it is an OEM actuator, but I replaced the motor inside with one I purchased online. Like this:

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/gJYAAOxyRuJTlyGo/s-l1600.jpg

Does the sound indicate gearing or the motor?

[Sean]

Thanks. If I go the route of changing the pads, any advice on a brand and product line? What retailer has good pricing and selection?

[Sean]

I don’t think they are ceramic since the Amazon description does not say they are.

[Sean]

Bedding seems to have improved things, but still got a little squeal. Again, it is particularly easy to replicate if I am braking+turning at 0-5 mph. I figured out that the little bit of squeak when I let off the brakes is actually the rear drums.

Should I try to bed again? What about sanding down the pads and/or rotors a bit?

[Sean]

I did not bed the brakes. I just disassembled everything again. I did have an inner and outer wrong.

Then I bedded the brakes. I made about 8 hard stops from 60 mph down to 10-20 mph. So far so good (no squealing). We’ll see how it goes tomorrow.

[Sean]

By the way, does it matter which pad I install on the inboard vs outboard side? I wasn’t aware there was a difference, and I just installed however it fit. Could this contribute to squeal?

[Author]

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