AM V8 Vantage Brakes

[sjhoward1974]

I have around 3500 miles on my April 06 car and the brakes are still squeeling. Has anyone found a cure for this?

[Shadytree]

empty road.... 70mph to zero via emergency braking.
Do it a few times and you should be ok.

It's a common trait on V8's and '9's

[sjhoward1974]

I spoke to Aston in NP and they said they are working on a calliper adjustment to fix the problem. Also considering Prodrive brake upgrade if that happens. Will give the emergency braking a good go when it's dry.

[v12Aston]

Shady is absolutely correct. Apparently the pad compound is a bity too "racy" hence very effective but who cares if it squeals. Hard use is the only fix

[XXXAngelXXX]

i have this on my V8 Vantage and i had it on my XKR with the Brembo brakes... you have to live with it

[Shadytree]

Mine stopped squeeking well and truly after the summer. Mind you I did do Le Mans and 2500 miles across the French Alps on Megaahoon
So far done 12,200 miles in mine, not bad for 11 months

[Rally Raider]

Suffered from similar problems with my rear pads. Had them removed, grooves in pads(for heat disipation)cleaned out and the leading(top) edges cleaned also with just a bit of coarse emery cloth. Pads washed off using brake cleaner, light smear of anti-squeak brake grease on metal contact points and refit - problem solved - SO FAR!!

[craigAMV8]

mine squeal too and have done 2200 miles, obviously not driving it hard enough, thanks for the tip

craig

[sjhoward1974]

Thanks for that everyone. Obviously being too soft with it. I do get a squeel at low speed not using the brakes, especially when turning - i.e. coasting onto driveway. Maybe its handbrake needs adjusting.

Another problem (seeing as you guys know about the car) is the passenger door constantly locks itself and cannot be opened from inside or out unless the key is used. Also the near side door mirror won't fold in but can be adjusted. Don't know if they are linked?

Still love the car though, honestly.

Cheers, Stuart