My brakes squeal at slow speeds and shudder at higher speeds. The mechanic tells me that the brakes are "glazed" and I would need to replace them. What does "glazed" mean?

Glazing occurs when the disc or drum portion of the brake overheats and creates an oxide layer on the pads or disc/drum surface. sanding the pads and "turning"
the disc/drum (milling the surface layer off) usually will restore proper braking
performance. It is IMPORTANT to note however, that the remaining material
(pad thickness and drum/disc metal thickness) remains within manufacturer's
specifications for proper strength and heat dissapation. This number is usually stamped on the disc/drum, and the pads, unless new, are usuallycheap enough to replace anyway. So, do you need a $500.00 brake overhaul? I think not. $50.00 to $150.00 should be more than enough.

More Questions. Additional questions in this category.

ANSWERBAG BUZZ

Why do my brakes shudder

Car brake squeal shudder

My brakes are glazed

My brakes squeak when i drive slow

Brake squeal slow only

Question

My brakes squeal at slow speeds and shudder at higher speeds. The mechanic tells me that the brakes are "glazed" and I would need to replace them. What does "glazed" mean?

Answers. 1 helpful answer below.

Comments

Did this answer your question? If not, then ask a new question or create a poll.

More Questions. Additional questions in this category.

Follow us on Facebook!

Related Ads

Related Questions

Are you a Leadfoot? You know, fast starts, fast speeds, screeching stops? Or are you Timid? Slow startup, drive slower than the speed limit and you start to apply the brakes ten blocks before you need to stop the car?

My mechanic claims it's normal on newer cars to replace both the rotor and pads on disk brakes, due to the need for softer, non-asbestos pads. He says it is rare these days to turn down the rotors. 2004 Lexus RX330 owner.

I just took our 2005 Ford Explorer to our trusted mechanic to check a "noise" that is coming from what seems to be the front driver's tire side area.The mechanic informed us that our front and rear brakes and rotors need to be replaced.Would this be true?

I have a 93 ford taurus the brakes wouldnt work right if you push it all the way to the floor it would barely the brake fluid it was low so i filled it up then blead the brakes but its still not working right could this mean i need a master

My brakes make alot of noise, so I figure I need new brake pads. Can I go to a mechanic and say that I need new brake pads or a new brake system?

Professionally Researched

How do I replace the brakes on a Miata?

At what mileage should I replace my brakes on my car?

How much does it cost to replace brakes?

How much does it cost to replace vehicle brakes?

How much does it cost to replace brakes on a car?

ANSWERBAG BUZZ

Answerbag.com
Your favorite Q&A site is on Facebook! Become a fan to connect with the ever-growing community of Answerbaggers, share your thoughts and find out what Answerbag's up to next!

Question

My brakes squeal at slow speeds and shudder at higher speeds. The mechanic tells me that the brakes are "glazed" and I would need to replace them. What does "glazed" mean?

Answers. 1 helpful answer below.

Comments

Did this answer your question? If not, then ask a new question or create a poll.

More Questions. Additional questions in this category.

Follow us on Facebook!

Related Ads

Related Questions

Professionally Researched

ANSWERBAG BUZZ

Answerbag.com Your favorite Q&A site is on Facebook! Become a fan to connect with the ever-growing community of Answerbaggers, share your thoughts and find out what Answerbag's up to next!

Answerbag.com
Your favorite Q&A site is on Facebook! Become a fan to connect with the ever-growing community of Answerbaggers, share your thoughts and find out what Answerbag's up to next!