Brake shims question?

[supersnake83]

Hi everyone,

Does anyone know if there is a risk by not having shims on the brake pads for the J.

Thanks,

Geoff.

[NismoChi]

I believe that the brake shims are there for noise reduction purpose, not safety.

[supersnake83]

Thanks,

I put on aftermarket organic brake pads on the front and back and the front brakes didn't have shims.

I was just wondering because after I drive for about 5 minutes, the brakes start to grind/make a grinding noise in the front.

I guess the grinding/grinding noise is a different problem.

Thanks,

Geoff.

[0wn3r]

i would imagine the pads are only supposed to vibrate to the point where it sounds like a high pitched squeal... like on my 240.