Brake issue after Powerslot rotors installed

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2005 Sport 4wd v8

I just got my T4R from the shop where they installed my lift and brake accessories. While doing the brakes (power slot rotors, new pads and goodridge g-stop brake lines), they said the passenger front caliper wouldn't compress all the way back. At first, they thought i ordered the wrong rotors, but the other 3 went on with ease. They finally got the front/passenger on, but said it was very tight. After lift and everything was done, they took it on a test drive. Alignment was good, not pulling to either side, suspension felt good, etc. I get in it and start driving. After making a 10 minute ride back home, I smell a faint burning smell. I notice the front passenger rotor turning a titanium color so I'm assuming the caliper is the issue. I didn't have any issues with factory setup. Also, the T4R isn't pulling to either side, doesn't feel like it's dragging or hesitating or anything. I wouldn't even know there was an issue if I didn't see the rotor color.

So, I've been reading about calipers being an issue and doing a Tundra swap. Only problem is I just bought all new Powerslot rotors. Also, I keep reading about different size setups. What would be my best solution to resolve this issue without getting rid of my new brake setup?
 
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A new caliper, but if I were you I would replace the fronts as a set and replace both calipers, but that's just me, you can just replace the one bad seizing caliper that is an issue.
 
A new caliper, but if I were you I would replace the fronts as a set and replace both calipers, but that's just me, you can just replace the one bad seizing caliper that is an issue.


I should have been more specific. I want to be able to upgrade to the Tundra calipers and wanted to know if they would fit with my current rotors. I know the sports have larger rotors from factory, so trying to see if they would work.
 
I should have been more specific. I want to be able to upgrade to the Tundra calipers and wanted to know if they would fit with my current rotors. I know the sports have larger rotors from factory, so trying to see if they would work.

I believe the Tundra upgrade only fits the 3rd gen. Haven't seen anyone pull it off on the 4th gen.
 
I don't know if this is 100% accurate but it looks like the 4th gen "IS" the Tundra caliper. You've already got the larger Sport rotors so I think you're kind of maxed out. The Tundra brake up grade seems to be for the 3rd Gens only as mentioned above. Maybe do some surfing on Rock auto or Parts Geek and see if they list the same part# for your rig's caliper vs the Tundra.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-g...pers-tundra-yes-another-caliper-thread-3.html

Definitely rebuild/replace that sticking caliper. Driving like that for long will ruin your new rotors.
 
I never noticed that the upgrade was for 3rd gems. I thought I read it on the 4th gen forum. Guess I need to issue an apology for creating another thread in regards to it. I'm looking into pricing now. Would like to go ahead and do both fronts. Will be calling the stealership tomorrow to see what price they quote me and to see what part number I need with my model. Thanks.
 

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