slomove Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 It is something my car does for a while but maybe more often lately. This is a '98 Birkin with wide-track front upgrade, the older single pot Golf GTI calipers and Hawk brake pads (HP Plus if I remember correctly). Obviously I am not slamming the brakes in tight curves but braking moderately hard when the wheels are turned in (like going down a curvy canyon road at a brisk pace) makes the brakes squeal (or wail?) at a low pitch. Mostly in right turns, that is. They never squeal when braking straight line. What can that be? The car does not feel any different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klasik-69 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Hawk pads are notoriously noisy. Change pads & noise will likely disappear. If you want a very progressive but high performance pad, see if Carbo Tech pads have one for your calipers. Also, AP racing pads (UK) are very good. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlumba81 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Might be slight play in a wheel bearing causing the rotor to hit the caliper. Check caliper for rubbing marks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slomove Posted May 29, 2013 Author Share Posted May 29, 2013 Thanks guys, I will check the wheel bearings. Has been a long time and probably a good idea, anyway. If that does not make a difference then try other pads. If that still does not help probably keep ignoring it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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