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2003 Chevy Tahoe - Front Brakes - Pads and Rotor Replacement

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Old 07-04-2015, 01:43 PM
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Default 2003 Chevy Tahoe - Front Brakes - Pads and Rotor Replacement

It'* been awhile since I've done a brake job (40+ years - just getting back into DIY in retirement)... Anyway, I replaced the front pads and rotors on my 2003 Tahoe yesterday and noted that the pads don't retract from the rotor after the brake is released - they stay in contact with the rotor all the time.

I'm wondering if this normal?

The caliper assembly 'floats' as expected and I can see the pads sliding on the guides, so I assume I installed everything correct.

Thoughts?
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Yes, this is normal for the pads to just float against the rotor.
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