should i replace my brake pads?

[headhunter2000]

I think my bake brake pads got contaminated. For some reason i don't have any braking power on my back wheel. The brakes aren't spongy but it just doesn't grip at all. I've cleaned my rotors with spirits and lightly sanded the pads down wtih some fine grit sand paper. Any suggestions?

[Mackie]

Take the pads out and check, if they are ok maybe try bleeding the system.

[headhunter2000]

I've bleed the system a few days ago. Maybe some air got through. But if this was the case, wouldn't the brakes feel spongy?

[Mackie]

Are the steel, resin, or organic pads? I have heard that organic pads get toasted quicly in wet conditions, not sure.

[headhunter2000]

i don't think its organic pads. it must be some sort of soft casted iron. its the standard pads that came with my scott comp 29er. i'm going to bleed the system tomorrow again and reply back with the results.

[Capcha]

i don't think its organic pads. it must be some sort of soft casted iron. its the standard pads that came with my scott comp 29er. i'm going to bleed the system tomorrow again and reply back with the results.

What about the discs themselves? Try cleaning them with engine cleaner and wash off with water. Clean my chain,cluster and discs with it. Cleans really well and stops on a dime.

Edited February 23, 2012 by exclusive

[headhunter2000]

thanks. i'll give it all a try.

[Capricorn]

you mentioned contaminated: what's the story there?

 

Have u confirmed that the brake pistons are extending?