Noisy Disc Pads

[JPBoothy]

Hi All, has anybody else suffered from a clicking/rattling noise from the spring that holds the front disc pads in place? Would it make a difference if I removed it, opened it up a bit and then put it back in?

 

[ianrauk]

That indicates to me that the pads are worn down and the spring is scraping the rotors.

 

[JPBoothy]

That indicates to me that the pads are worn down and the spring is scraping the rotors.

Thanks for the suggestion, but in this instance the pads/disc are brand new. I recently fitted some TRP Calipers and replaced the pads at the same time. I had a 'clicking' sound whilst braking with my previous Calipers which I put down to a possible bent rotor catching during every revolution. This time it is more of a rattle as I ride over rough surfaces. I can move the spring/shim with my finger so it definitely has play but, I suppose the tension is only required at the 'wider' end so my previous idea of stretching/opening the spring would have no effect on the 'thin' end really. The retaining hex-head bolt through the pads is nice and tight so it is definitely the 'thin' end of the spring rattling against the 'thin' ends of the pads. I was wondering if I could somehow pack it?

 

[Grant Fondo]

That indicates to me that the pads are worn down and the spring is scraping the rotors.

Ouch