New to the forums, I have a brake question I didn't see answered in a sticky thread..

[BlackCat914]

I just bought a 97 SR5 4x4, and apparently, just like almost every other 4runner with stock brakes, they pulsate horribly. I read the brake upgrade sticky, but what I didn't see answered was if 01 Tundra rotors will fit with the factory 4runner calipers. I'm not looking to swap calipers just yet, possibly when it gets lifted, but for now I just need to take care of the pulsation. Thanks in advance!

 

[4-Ripcord]

Tell me if you think the big one will fit where the little one goes..

 

[NOT ME OR SOMEBODY]

I 'm going to sat UH no they won't fit..

It's a cool modification if you need it, but I don't think you do.

Maybe it 's a good idea to stick to the stock brake setup for now.

 

[BlackCat914]

Tell me if you think the big one will fit where the little one goes..

I'm not sure, which is why I asked. I didn't know if the caliper had an additional 5mm to expand for the larger rotor. Diameter wise, they're the same, right?

Edit: I guess I'll just throw a set of stock rotors and pads on it until I decide how much I want to lift it and what size tires I'll have.

 

[Baja Runner]

If you do the tundra brake swap u need to do the whole thing. Pads calipers and rotors.

Your pulsating brake pedal is caused by a warped rotor. Either you can get them resurfaced or just buy new ones. Rule of thumb is to get new pads in either situation . OEM are the best but I am happy with NAPA brand parts.

 

[BlackCat914]

If you do the tundra brake swap u need to do the whole thing. Pads calipers and rotors.

Your pulsating brake pedal is caused by a warped rotor. Either you can get them resurfaced or just buy new ones. Rule of thumb is to get new pads in either situation . OEM are the best but I am happy with NAPA brand parts.

I'm not going to bother resurfacing the rotors, especially when they're thin to begin with when brand new. I'll be replacing everything.

 

[nevada]

I'm not going to bother resurfacing the rotors, especially when they're thin to begin with when brand new. I'll be replacing everything.

do you like to throw away money?

if the rotors are still thick enough to resurface, why wouldnt you? its MUCH cheaper than replacing the rotors. and toyota rotors are actually pretty thick, and give a lot of meat over other cars.
also, "thick" meaning the difference between new, and minimum turn down, NOT overall thickness. you cant judge their condition by how thick they LOOK.

and, agree with the above, regardless of which you do, change the pads aswell.

 

[ALBPM]

Throw away money...??? Heck this is one of the best upgrades available for the Series 3 Runners.

Just Do It!!!
You'll be safer for doing it.

 

[BlackCat914]

do you like to throw away money?

if the rotors are still thick enough to resurface, why wouldnt you? its MUCH cheaper than replacing the rotors. and toyota rotors are actually pretty thick, and give a lot of meat over other cars.
also, "thick" meaning the difference between new, and minimum turn down, NOT overall thickness. you cant judge their condition by how thick they LOOK.

and, agree with the above, regardless of which you do, change the pads aswell.

First let me start by saying Toyota rotors are NOT thick. I'm a former GM tech and have been in the business for some time. With that being said, I'm not going to resurface my rotors to correct a (BAD) pusation, just to have them come out right above, or at, minimum spec. I don't want them to warp the minute I lay on the hooks because Mrs. Soccer mom in front of me dropped her venti double mocha no whip coffee drink in her lap.

 

[nevada]

First let me start by saying Toyota rotors are NOT thick. I'm a former GM tech and have been in the business for some time. With that being said, I'm not going to resurface my rotors to correct a (BAD) pusation, just to have them come out right above, or at, minimum spec. I don't want them to warp the minute I lay on the hooks because Mrs. Soccer mom in front of me dropped her venti double mocha no whip coffee drink in her lap.

ok. its your money.

 

[KMAYO]

I agree with ALBPM and BlackCat914 it was the best money spent on my wife's 2000. And I am no expert but you get the pulsation because of the rotor being warped. Metal warps when it heats up quickly. Why would i spend money to turn rotors just to have the same issue all over again in say 6 months or so? :nono:

This will also be one of the first upgrades I do to my 2002. Just my thought process.