Brake Noises, Dust, etc.

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Walt - 25 Aug 2005 03:48 GMT

2003 QC Ram 1500 2WD Hemi 5.7L

Truck just went out of warranty. The usual brake shudder (pulsating)
started up again (Dealer did the TSB 10K miles ago). So, as
suggested here in this group, had a NAPA facility install their pads and
heavy duty rotors. Whew, black dust is heavy, but I am also getting a
noise while driving, that sounds like a bowl of BBs being spilled out on
glass. If I tap the brakes, it stops. It happens only occasionally, but is
this something to be concerned with? Also am getting a slight squeel
just before coming to a full stop, but that is curable by spraying the
dust off the rotors, at least it works for a couple days. The NAPA
service advisor claims these noises are just something in the world of
brakes that you have to live with, like the constant black dust?
Thanks.

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Don Dodge - 27 Aug 2005 04:34 GMT

Ah yes, the ole brake problem. Well first off, this group is a bad
place to come with questions about Dodge trucks, because no one
in this group knows his rectum from a hole. As a suggestion, purchase
the new candy-stripped rotors and brake pads, made by vewy Habib
parts Co. LTD. That way, you will get either red brake dust or
white brake dust, and that will tell you if you need new rotors.

Sincerely,

Don Dodge
Dodge Truck Expert

> 2003 QC Ram 1500 2WD Hemi 5.7L
>
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> brakes that you have to live with, like the constant black dust?
> Thanks.

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