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Excessive heat, typically generated by excessive braking, incorrectly adjusted components, or improperly fitted components, or, in the case of air brake systems, faulty quick release or relay valves, brake chambers, or slack adjusters.
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∙ 11y agoBraking too hard and often, particularly with drum brakes.
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a wild panda tampering with your brakes
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Brake fade. - You can avoid this by fitting ceramic pads or better quality shoes.
