I've bled the brakes numerous times and have settled that it's the brake booster. if you have the OE 6 spoke wheels you need to get the 199mm calipers (WG). While the brakes are being held, loosen the bleeder valve to slowly let out air and brake fluid for a short period of time, then re-tighten the bleeder valve. . document.getElementById("toggleParts13WE").removeAttribute("href"); Tacoma: 231mm Tundra Brake Upgrade - Looking for some advice Jan 28, 2021 at 12:53 PM #3 #3. You're awesome Turbodb! Adding Tundra brakes to your 1st gen Tacoma (1996-2004) or 3rd gen 4Runner (1996-2002) is one of the easiest upgrades you can make. Need some clips to secure your stainless steel brake lines to a frame or spindle bracket? You can learn how to clean them (so the parking brake adjustment will work), and adjust them manually, here (note: you don't have to replace them, but the write-up covers that as well). Click on the bell icon to get notified when new vids get uploaded.------------------Check out more vids here!https://www.youtube.com/hoodlm13b------------------Follow me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoodlm_pathh/?hl=en------------------Killer T-shirts! 3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002) | Page 46 | Toyota 4Runner Forum [4Runners Sure thing. The 3rd Gen "bible:" 3rd Gen FAQ, Tutorials, & Documentation Reference v2 - Toyota 4Runner Forum - Largest 4Runner Forum 199mm upgrade link: '01 Tundra Brakes installed on '98 Gen 3 4Runner - YotaTech Forums and maybe this one: Tundra Brake Upgrade - PC'd my Calipers High Gloss Red - YotaTech Forums You may want to consider the 231/233mm tundra . This is my next upgrade but was spinning in research trying to figure out if I needed to run the smaller rotor size that some suggest with tundra upgrade. Are you getting it when you let off the brakes, or something else? Hey I'm sure this may be a longshot, but I was wondering if there is anyone in the Raleigh/Durham area that has a 3rd GEN 4runner with tundra brakes? More metal distributes the heat of braking better (as does the improved pad-to-rotor contact). In the process of updating my 2004 Tacoma's brakes with the 231mm Tundra package.Have acquired the following. As far as stepping on the brake pedal - I never had a problem stopping once with Tacoma brakes, it was the prolonged braking that I was after. Adding Tundra brakes to your 1st gen Tacoma (1996-2004) or 3rd gen 4Runner (1996-2002) is one of the easiest upgrades you can make. Hey Bryan did you end up upgrading the booster? And, the 4Runner really needed this. It's really as easy as that. Tundra Brake Upgrade for 3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002) You can also scrounge the boards on SoCalTundra or Yotatech or countless other Toyota-only Web sites, or search a junkyard for wrecked Tundras and Sequioas (admittedly, a grand adventure in its own right). Or, do what I did - stack them in the garage and hope to forget about them in time. Next, using a 10mm flare nut wrench, remove the hard line from the caliper. I would just like to know if it worked. Hey Michael, sorry for the slow reply, I've been out exploring in Utah the last several days. Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 21 customer ratings. 1st Gen (1995-2004) 2nd Gen (2005-2021) 3rd Gen (Present) Land Cruiser. I was finally able to confirm my rims will clean the 231mm tundra brakes. This process is technically optional - the brakes will bed themselves over time even if you don't do this - it'll just take longer, and they won't work quite as well until they are bedded. Brake pedal doesnt seem to be as stiff as before, but doesnt effect braking. !https://www.zazzle.com/store/crossfitoftheozarks------------------Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/bryanhoodofficial/------------------Blog Site!https://www.hoodlm.org Which ones will work best? To keep the cost as low as possible, the prices above don't include insurance. 2000 4Runner Limited upgraded with Power Stop KC2324 brake kit. A 5mm spacer should work too, but youll be getting short on stud (no pun intended). In that thread is a link to a couple other threads with loads of information. I paid $250 cash for install from local monkey shop. The 4Runner bolts will hold the Tundra caliper. That didnt work, if you have a second, pull up the caliper bracket and youll see what I mean. First, locate the bracket that holds the brake line to the spindle. Glad to get together, but there is a ton of info about 16" vs 199mm vs 231mm tundra brakes with stock wheels. By all means, I'd love to know what you find out. I cant seem to find a 4 piston left to math the right. 3rd Gen 4Runner Tundra Brake Upgrade - YouTube The only grinding I had to do was a small bit on the dust shield. Fabtech 6"). There is something for everyone. Budget . Gradually heat treats the rotor and eliminates any thermal shock in the rotor. Tighten securely, but do not over tighten the flare nut. Look no further, these Toyota OEM clips are thin and strong, the best you can get. Repeat steps 1-3 for a second break-in cycle. In this video I show you how I performed Toyota Tundra disc brake upgrade on my 3rd gen Toyota 4Runner. Identifying gen-one Tundra calipers: the 199 has S13WE stamped on it, while the 231 wears 13WL. The Tundra rotor didnt change post-recall and is the same diameter as on a 4Runner, but the Tundra rotor is at least 5mm thicker than the 4Runners. 3rd Gen 4Runner Buyer's Guide - Toyota 4Runner Forum [4Runners.com] Tundra is the brake upgrade. Figured I would put Tundra shields on while everything is disassembled. Alright, we do not advocate getting blotto while working with pointy tools or things that could kill you (like the weight of a 4Runner always use jack stands), but short of trimming the splash shield and taking a grinder to the back of your wheels (if you use the ubiquitous cast-aluminum split-three Toyota 16-inch), complications are unnecessary. Thanks. Additionally, he sent me an email with detailed instructions for installation the moment I purchased the kit, and offered his time and expertise for future troubleshooting. Additionally, his blog is very informative and helpful and his customer service is outstanding. I installed this kit as part of the Tundra Brake Upgrade for 3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002) on my 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x4 . Does this upgrade do that or is there another upgrade info available? I have the set-up, but I'm in Wilmongton. This page has a searchable list of the wheels that are known to work with the Tundra Brake Upgrade, and also lists whether spacers are needed to make the wheel fit the calipers: Which Wheels/Rims Fit the Tundra Brake Upgrade (13WL 231mm rotors) on a Tacoma? 3rd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1996-2002) 2nd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1990-1995) . . Pretty easy to do. If you do go this route, you still need the Tacoma-to-Tundra Hard Brake Line Upgrade Kit (or for a 4Runner, the 4Runner Front Stainless Steel Brake Lines), some DOT4 brake fluid, and 3M brake cleaner. Hell, it could have been planned all along by Toyota, or parts were used across truck lines to save costs. They shipped almost immediately after I ordered them and I received then a couple days later. Certainly, with stock calipers, a different MC is not the way to go. I have a 97 Tacoma and want to upgrade from rear drums to disc. Hey Jim, I'm not sure if there's a 2nd (and 3rd) gen upgrade to bigger brakes, though I've heard that 4th/5th gen 4Runner brakes might be an option. treyus30, Jan 27, 2021 #2. Those calipers are both the same style (fixed) and are the correct ones (13WLs) for this upgrade! Ordered and delivered in less than 3days!!! Cookie Notice Secure it with a small retention clip. Finger tighten the hard line to the soft line at the spindle bracket. Well, for once, I wasn't feeling that way! my 4runner. and her upgraded tundra brakes. 340k and counting. Repeat this process for the driver front (and/or any bleeders that still need bleeding). The new rotors are thicker at 32mm vs the stock at 28mm. I just did the upgrade and the new brakes are great, your brakeline kit worked perfect. The entire process takes only a couple hours, and requires little in the way of special tools. (1998 4runner )where do the new brake lines come on during install? This "Tundra Brake upgrade" has many advantages to a slotted/drilled OEM replacement. Your email address will not be published. Do yall know any reputable diesel mechanics in Raleigh area? 2 Remanufactured Tundra 13WL calipers. Just upgrade to the 338mm rotors and WH calipers. You are welcome to come over and try on my truck - later today, THU or FRI night or next weekend. http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/94923-hard-find-specs-info-measurements-231mm-13wl-tundra-calipers-rotors.html I googled tundra brake upgrade on Google and your walkthrough is the best thing that pops up. They will be the brake upgrade our new Tundra gets as soon as it needs brakes Bgdv1, Jan 6, 2020 #5. 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Thanks! Super helpful. If you have the OE 5 spoke wheels you can run either the WG or WL (213mm) calipers. If you'd like to see how to replace the rear brakes, check out Step by Step Tacoma Rear Drum Brake Shoe Replacement (also 4Runner).