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Now that I think I have all the air out of the lines the bike still doesn't really stop with the front brake. They weren't good before I rebuilt the caliper and since the caliper was leaking fluid is it possible the pads are contaminated by the brake fluid?
I am low on funds right now so I have the $$$ to just throw parts at it.

I really miss riding it though.

What are your thoughts?
 
vista461 said:
Now that I think I have all the air out of the lines the bike still doesn't really stop with the front brake. They weren't good before I rebuilt the caliper and since the caliper was leaking fluid is it possible the pads are contaminated by the brake fluid?
I am low on funds right now so I have the $$$ to just throw parts at it.

I really miss riding it though.

What are your thoughts?
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I think Salty said if they were sintered pads you could throw them into a fire to burn stuff off. Would not do that with organic pads through.
 
How do I tell the difference? I saw some goldish colored specks in them if that helps.
 
You could try baking them in the oven for 1/2 hr maybe 300 degrees
 
Tried the brake cleaner already before I put it back together.
Don't think the oven method would fly in my house. Lol
 
Well in checking a bit, it looks like they are organic pads. They are EBC's. Guess it's time for new pads:( it's a shame since they have a ton of life left.
 
You might want to try some 80 grit sandpaper and a flat surface. Sand off a thin layer to clean off the contaminated skin. Worth a shot. If that's a no go, I've got some decent used pads you can have. PM if you want to discuss.
 
Well took the calipers back off. Cleaned off the rotors and pads with brake cleaner. Sanded the pads a bit with 80 grit paper. Better but not all that great.
 
If they do in fact just need to bed in, would it be normal that until they do, the rear actually stops it faster than the front?
 
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