laufer
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I had no issues with these specific core returns at Advance Auto about two years ago.
5th Gen 4Runner Brakes Upgrade (for 4th Gen 4Runner)
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I had no issues with these specific core returns at Advance Auto about two years ago.
I'm planning on doing this upgrade soon with my 2007 SR5, it does have the 17" wheels. I was planning on buying the POWER STOP KCOE5874 kit from rock auto.
Has anyone used this kit and know if it would or would not work?
Edit: Apprently they wont work because I need 4th gen rotors.
So as best I can tell all these parts should work:
5th gen front brake kit KCOE5873
4th gen pads and rotors KOE2405
5th gen read calipers L2736, and L2737
All from powerstop.
Has anyone used this kit and know if it would or would not work?
Edit: Apprently they wont work because I need 4th gen rotors.
So as best I can tell all these parts should work:
5th gen front brake kit KCOE5873
4th gen pads and rotors KOE2405
5th gen read calipers L2736, and L2737
All from powerstop.
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Has anyone purchased the full 5th gen kit from PowerStop and had it work? If you select 2010 or 2011 it should give you everything 5th gen and all bolt right up correct?
Z36 Extreme Performance Truck Brake Kit with Calipers | PowerStop
Z36 Extreme Performance Truck Brake Kit with Calipers | PowerStop
Front Splash Guards
I realize it's not necessary, but if a person wanted to replace the splash guards instead of bending/shaving them, are these the part numbers that will allow for the Gen 5 rotors?
Front Brake Dust Guard Upgrade Left 47782-60120
Front Brake Dust Guard Upgrade Right 47781-60120
These are listed as 4th Gen parts. I'm guessing these match the Sport brake option?
I realize it's not necessary, but if a person wanted to replace the splash guards instead of bending/shaving them, are these the part numbers that will allow for the Gen 5 rotors?
Front Brake Dust Guard Upgrade Left 47782-60120
Front Brake Dust Guard Upgrade Right 47781-60120
These are listed as 4th Gen parts. I'm guessing these match the Sport brake option?
chompster4runner
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I just did the front 5th gen rotors. I only had to push the shield away from the rotor and that’s it. Rear 5th gen rotors won’t fit the 4th gen rear.
I’d like to chime in here on having just attempted this install. I got the 5th gen power stop calipers (#S6278) for my 4th gen sr5 as well as duramax 5th gen rotors.
The calipers bolted on no problem (after modifying the dust sheild). When I went to install the wheels, the drivers side cleared the caliper by about 1mm, but the passenger side hit the caliper. I have the 17” trd Tacoma wheels with 1.25” spacers. I double checked that I had everything mounted flush and correctly and I did, so I’m not sure why I was not clearing on only the passenger side.
I figured a quick solution would be getting 1.5” spacers to add 1/4” of clearance, but after doing that they both still barely cleared by 1-2mm. I drove around on it a bit, and took it all apart to re inspect and my caliper on the passenger side has definitely rubbed a tiny bit on the inside of the wheel. Has anyone else ran into an issue like this?
The calipers bolted on no problem (after modifying the dust sheild). When I went to install the wheels, the drivers side cleared the caliper by about 1mm, but the passenger side hit the caliper. I have the 17” trd Tacoma wheels with 1.25” spacers. I double checked that I had everything mounted flush and correctly and I did, so I’m not sure why I was not clearing on only the passenger side.
I figured a quick solution would be getting 1.5” spacers to add 1/4” of clearance, but after doing that they both still barely cleared by 1-2mm. I drove around on it a bit, and took it all apart to re inspect and my caliper on the passenger side has definitely rubbed a tiny bit on the inside of the wheel. Has anyone else ran into an issue like this?
That's really weird. I also just completed this upgrade with Centric parts (stuck with 4th gen rear rotors) and had zero clearance issues. My only real problem was severely rusted flange nuts on the hard lines and ending up spending and extra $80 to replace them all + some new bolts that broke off when removing the hard line mounts from the rear axel. My only bizarre experience was that for some reason the bleeders on the rear calipers were different sizes.?.
Billynath1988
Senior Member
Been running the 5th gen front caliper rotors and 4th gen rear set up for a few years... I think it's worth it.. there is benefits to stopping performance and longevity of the parts.
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cnmurray14
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Is it rubbing the rim, or do you have weights that it's rubbing? I just did the powerstop calipers on my 4th with trd rims and had the calipers rubbing the weights on the inside of the rim. Had the tire shop rebalance with weights out of the calipers path and all was solved.
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LOSTR4
Member
Here's what I purchased:
EBC Brakes USR7237 USR Sport Slotted Coated Brake Rotors, 2 Wheel Set EBC-USR7237
Dynamic Friction 1214-0976-01 Heavy Duty Semi Metallic Towing Brake Pads With Hardware DFC-1214-0976-01
Stoptech 950.44007 Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit, 2 Wheel Set STT-950.44007
Stoptech 501.00001 600F Brake Fluid
If I am to upgrade to the 5th Gen fronts (eventually rear), will I now need to replace the already installed/new rotors and pads to fit the 5th Gen-sized calipers?
**Looks like I'd need rotors/pads/calipers if I went 5th gen...I'm not able to buy new rotors as I've already installed my EBCs...are the Powerstop calipers worth owning for perhaps a little longer life than a potential reman caliper? Arrrrgh! I wish I did a finer degree of research on this!
EBC Brakes USR7237 USR Sport Slotted Coated Brake Rotors, 2 Wheel Set EBC-USR7237
Dynamic Friction 1214-0976-01 Heavy Duty Semi Metallic Towing Brake Pads With Hardware DFC-1214-0976-01
Stoptech 950.44007 Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit, 2 Wheel Set STT-950.44007
Stoptech 501.00001 600F Brake Fluid
If I am to upgrade to the 5th Gen fronts (eventually rear), will I now need to replace the already installed/new rotors and pads to fit the 5th Gen-sized calipers?
**Looks like I'd need rotors/pads/calipers if I went 5th gen...I'm not able to buy new rotors as I've already installed my EBCs...are the Powerstop calipers worth owning for perhaps a little longer life than a potential reman caliper? Arrrrgh! I wish I did a finer degree of research on this!
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LOSTR4
Member
I realized my rotors I bought are too small...so, this new stuff I installed this weekend was merely an expensive practice run...I need new rotors, calipers, and pads...but hey, at least my brake lines & fluids are fresh and ready! 
Didn't some rotors offered on 4th gen creep up to like 373mm?
Didn't some rotors offered on 4th gen creep up to like 373mm?
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BlackWorksInc
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I realized my rotors I bought are too small...so, this new stuff I installed this weekend was merely an expensive practice run...I need new rotors, calipers, and pads...but hey, at least my brake lines & fluids are fresh and ready!
Didn't some rotors offered on 4th gen creep up to like 373mm?
Not that I'm aware of?
Standard was 312x28mm and Optional was 338x28mm... I don't recall them ever getting that big. Are you thinking of line that BBK the FJs had for a short while before getting recalled? I don't even remember what size those were...
LOSTR4
Member
Well, I now have a better understanding of what I bought and what I thought I bought...last year I bought 319mm (12.6") rotors and thought I had purchased the 338mm (13.3")...well, time passed and I installed them last weekend, I bought the wrong size rotors paired up with seizing calipers on one piston of each side...a gong-show if I must say...NOW, I have on order the 5th gen Powerstop calipers & 5th Gen DBA 338mm rotors and pads...I'm hoping this will fix my issue...I apologize for the thinking on the 373mm rotors...this was precedented on what I thought was originally the 338mm rotors and noticing they are WAY too small..
BlackWorksInc
New member
I'll have to replace my brakes this year... not sure if I'll upgrade the fronts to 5th gen stuff or just do new pads and rotors yet.
Something I was wondering, has anyone had a machine shop make you guys a centering ring for the larger rotors?
Something I was wondering, has anyone had a machine shop make you guys a centering ring for the larger rotors?
BlackWorksInc
New member
Technically yes... but they have a bit of slop, normally not an issue because the hub centers the rotors so the slop is rotational (think advance/retard on a Cam gear vs. Both rotational and up/down).
The lug nuts conical tips should center the rotor when the wheel is installed, but I imagine if you ever tried to use an on car lathe to turn them it'd be inconsistent at getting a good cut.
derekdevasia
New member
5th gen parts for sale
I completed this 5th gen brake upgrade on my 4th gen and they preform great. I went to do this to my dad's 2nd gen Tacoma, and being the complete idiot that I am realized he had 16 inch wheels after the fact.
That being said, if anyone is interested in OEM brake rotors, calipers, and pads all bought from McGeorge, they're available for local pickup in the Virginia Beach/Tidewater area.
I'll sell it all for 350. In brand new condition. Receipt will come with. Open box, and pads put into the calipers. Purchased two months ago.
Just send me a PM.
I completed this 5th gen brake upgrade on my 4th gen and they preform great. I went to do this to my dad's 2nd gen Tacoma, and being the complete idiot that I am realized he had 16 inch wheels after the fact.
That being said, if anyone is interested in OEM brake rotors, calipers, and pads all bought from McGeorge, they're available for local pickup in the Virginia Beach/Tidewater area.
I'll sell it all for 350. In brand new condition. Receipt will come with. Open box, and pads put into the calipers. Purchased two months ago.
Just send me a PM.
