So then, Steven says:

>I've had brake dust from day one of owning my van and have never heard
>of other pads that don't. I really prefer OEM brakes for all of my cars
>
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>I used some of that anti-squeal/squeek goop on the back of my pads and it
>seems to keep them from making any noise. You might try it on your next
>pad change.

Unlike Joel's experience with Repco pads, I had pretty decent luck with 
the Repco Metalmasters on the front (albeit not on a Vanagon).  No squeal,
no dust.

Yo, Rich S, if you want some of that "anti-squeal/squeek goop" that Steven
mentioned above, send me your snail mail addr. and I'll GIVE you a couple
packets that I have, but never used

Next time around, I think I'll try the Mintex semi-metallic pads that I've
heard good things about.  Has anyone on the list had any experience with
this product?

Norman
norman_leong@Baynetworks.COM