Shim between rear brake piston and pad - how essential?
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Shim between rear brake piston and pad - how essential?
Seems like the shim has gone missing from my bike ages ago. How important is this? I see it is no longer available.
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Re: Shim between rear brake piston and pad - how essential?
I think it is supposed to an anti-squeal device. Many bikes out there have lost them long ago too, with no ill effects. I certainly keep them on when I find them, but not necessary.
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Re: Shim between rear brake piston and pad - how essential?
Yes --- same thing as found on pads for many cars.
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