I just noticed this yesterday while going through a drive through. The noise will somewhat go away when i apply the brakes but when im even idling forward i get this horrid scratching type sound that is very high pitched for about half the rotation of the left front wheel. Anyone know what this is?

 

IT sounds like the wear indicator , meaning you brake pads need replaced. pull the front wheels off and you will see a little metal tab on one end of the brake pad , when the pads wear down , it touches the rotor , and squeals , telling you that you need new pads. You can bend it out of the way until you get a new set of pads.

 

i just had to replace mine
it makes a horrible sound
the brakes are easy to change

 

warning tab on the pads are touching the rotor telling you it's time to replace the brakes or it's a stone caught in the pad. Either way, remove the wheels and check.

 

how much it cost you to change the pads urself?

 

However much the pads you choose cost and how many cases of beer it requires.

 

Have a buddy to listen outside the truck, sometimes the back brakes will fool you into thinking the noise is in the front. I use Autozones Carbon metallic pads, no noise no dust, usualy run about $40.00 for the set. Back brakes can be "el cheap o's" usualy cost $14-$25. Easy to do, just be sure to request some caliper slider grease to help with the noise and keep the pads from binding. Take your time and yes a case of beer will help!!

 

Give brake guru Sam Peterson a call at (360)357-4958 M-F 8-5 pacific
for a great deal on the best matched pads for our Rams. About $40 gets you two pairs of pads, 4 slider pins, silicone grease and anti squeal goop. Shipping included.