CBRXX Posted July 15, 2018 Share Posted July 15, 2018 (edited) I bought a set of EBC FA261 pads, same as I used last time, and they seem too thick. Got the rear ones on, but they were tight causing the wheel to be hard to turn. The fronts I could not even get on, they were way too thick. Yes, I had the pistons all the way in, the back of the pads were touching the caliper. Anyone else ever have the issue? Thinking to just order some OEM pads. Edited July 15, 2018 by CBRXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srideaux Posted July 15, 2018 Share Posted July 15, 2018 Is it possible that the pads are mislabeled (in the wrong box)? would the source who sold them to you. exchange with you? If you are stuck with these pads you can" sand screen" them down with a flat surface ( I use window Glass) this also eliminates having to "brake in " the new pads this is an old trick we did prepping for track days, you do loose a little surface material. but the first time you clamp down on them ......you will be glad you did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted July 15, 2018 Share Posted July 15, 2018 I remember years ago someone else having this problem but I really can't remember the fix. It has been a long time since I put mine on but is there a anti squeal plate or something that you can remove to give you more room? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Mislabeled or a manufacturing screwup seem like the only possibilities. If you can't send them back and are stuck with them I'd be interested in playing with them so please don't toss them out, if you'd be willing to ship them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XXitanium Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 I ordered EBC two piece rotors. They mailed single piece - nothing off the price.. May I ask how much they cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRXX Posted July 16, 2018 Author Share Posted July 16, 2018 OK, figured it out. Went back to look at my order. I ordered the wrong pads. The bird takes a FA261HH and I ordered a FA261/2HH. They are same shape/fit but are just over 2mm (each) thicker according to the specs on EBC site. When I looked back at my amazon order, I saw mention of this fact in the comments, where the guys rear on a VTX could use them. I think they can work in a Goldwing too according to another comment. I bought them over a year ago, so I think stuck with them, was $96 for the 3 pair. https://ebcbrakesdirect.com/motorcycle/partno/fa261hh https://ebcbrakesdirect.com/motorcycle/partno/fa261/2hh Superhawk, you can have if you want, but they def wont work on a bird. If you dont want, anyone with a wing or other that can use? Will ship free if anyone can use. Got 1 pair still new in package, the other is opened . The 3rd was used slightly in the rear while running on the centerstand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 I have access to my buddy's machine shop, should be able to shave them keeping them flat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRXX Posted July 16, 2018 Author Share Posted July 16, 2018 6 hours ago, superhawk996 said: I have access to my buddy's machine shop, should be able to shave them keeping them flat. PM me your info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuffguyF4i Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 If you are grinding/machining pads, just be careful not to breathe that shit in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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