Hello t4r.org!
My fiancee and I recently acquired a 99 SR5 and the front brakes are pretty shotty. An auto repair shop estimated ~$700 for the complete front job which includes:
-rotors
-calipers
-pads
From researching past posts I've learned that the front rotors are prone to warping. The mechanic said the calipers are rusted, but from what I understand just because they're rusted does not mean changing them is a necessity? I also read on these forums that mechanics will often try to sell you a caliper job?
My plan is to buy OEM discs and pads and have some independent install them. Do I need calipers too?
So I have a couple of questions for you guys:
1) Where online would you recommend I purchase OEM brakes? I'd be willing to buy other brands too, but I know I can depend on the quality and reliability of OEM.
2) After looking at toyotapartscheap.com I see
DISC, FR 98-04
DISC, FR 98-00
Rotor, 4-runner, all, w/16" wheels 96-02.
The tires say 265 70 16, but I haven't measured the actual rims, so I guess I need the 16" wheel ones.
I guess all of these would "work" for me since I have a 99, but there are no other descriptors for these items on the website. Would they all work? They are all around $80 some bucks. There are multiple options for the pads as well:
Front pads, 4-runner 96-02
PAD KIT, DISC BRAKE 99-03
PAD KIT, DISC BRAKE 99-00.
What do I buy?
Thanks so much guys, all suggestions are appreciated.
My fiancee and I recently acquired a 99 SR5 and the front brakes are pretty shotty. An auto repair shop estimated ~$700 for the complete front job which includes:
-rotors
-calipers
-pads
From researching past posts I've learned that the front rotors are prone to warping. The mechanic said the calipers are rusted, but from what I understand just because they're rusted does not mean changing them is a necessity? I also read on these forums that mechanics will often try to sell you a caliper job?
My plan is to buy OEM discs and pads and have some independent install them. Do I need calipers too?
So I have a couple of questions for you guys:
1) Where online would you recommend I purchase OEM brakes? I'd be willing to buy other brands too, but I know I can depend on the quality and reliability of OEM.
2) After looking at toyotapartscheap.com I see
DISC, FR 98-04
DISC, FR 98-00
Rotor, 4-runner, all, w/16" wheels 96-02.
The tires say 265 70 16, but I haven't measured the actual rims, so I guess I need the 16" wheel ones.
I guess all of these would "work" for me since I have a 99, but there are no other descriptors for these items on the website. Would they all work? They are all around $80 some bucks. There are multiple options for the pads as well:
Front pads, 4-runner 96-02
PAD KIT, DISC BRAKE 99-03
PAD KIT, DISC BRAKE 99-00.
What do I buy?
Thanks so much guys, all suggestions are appreciated.