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Felt IA front brake (Tri max and brake pads)
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Once-a-miler
Feb 17, 18 15:13
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I’m trying to take out the pads from the vision front brake but they will not budge. Before I go any further, I’m swapping out pads for carbon wheels. Do I need to bother? I can’t find if the pads are only for aluminum brake tracks.
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hblake
Feb 17, 18 16:03
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You probably do need special pads for carbon wheels. What pads does the manufacturer recommend? I would expect that information to be included with the wheels (if bought new) or one the website.

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desert dude
Feb 17, 18 18:27
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Instead of swapping pads, get brake pad holders, put in the carbon specific pads, then when using carbon wheels replace the holders. It's easier and faster than putting in/taking out brake pads.
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BryanD
Feb 17, 18 18:32
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Yes you need to change the pads unless you want to ruin carbon wheels
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Once-a-miler
Feb 17, 18 18:39
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Okay, I figured it out... the first pad I tried to pull out was slightly torn on the inside and was snagging as I tried to pull it out. The snag would not allow it to move. I had to rip out the pad with pliers Resolved!
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