brakes

After installing new OME suspension, new tires and replacing the right front axle seal and dealing with that whole mess successfully, I think I've now spent more time messing with my brakes. Frustrated and need help! Here's the saga: When pulling the front hub apart to get the axle seal, I ended...

I am currently working on a 67 FJ40. I am having trouble ordering rebuild kits for the front cylinders. I wondering if anyone knows of a place to purchase them. I bought cruiser corps last pair of them and I am a pair short for the fronts. Also I am wondering the differences between model year...

SoCal FRONT ONLY FRONT ONLY FRONT ONLY Please specify year of your FJ80 since 91-92 uses a different system. Also have axle housings, steering arms, etc. Prices range from $40 to $125

Hi guys, I was wondering if any of you have experimented with the brake fluids, Dot 1 Dot 5, etc... What to expect of the different brake fluids? Thanks for your Insight

Hey Guys, (and Gals) I'm at my wits end, :bang: I've searched and searched and troubleshot everything I can think of and I still can't track down what's causing my front right caliper to lock up at slow speed stops. here's the skinny... it never locks up at speed never locks up when...

AP Racing Big Brake Kit for Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series Or Lexus LX470. This kit is nearly brand new, miles on the kit are less than 1000 miles . The kit includes the caliper mounting brackets , along with stainless steel braided brake lines . The caliper brackets can be removed from the AP...

Brakes: My calipers are ugly. I’ve yet to pull them but do have a rebuild kit if the pistons don’t look to pitted. I already have autozone rotors I bought last year, so I’m hoping for the best from them. I have on hand the MAF stainless steel lines for all four. I’m not made of excess cash...

Not sure if I'm posting this question in the right area even though I read the manual. Bare with me. I'm rebuilding my front brake shoe cylinders on a 1967 fj40. The pic below shows two cups: 1) fluted plastic, and 2) 1x5/16" rubber cup. I've purchased many of the rebuild kits on the web, but...

Does anyone have any suggestions for brake upgrades? I did a search and read about the Tundra brake upgrade, but I’m not sure what parts to purchase. Also, although I’m taking every opportunity to learn about every inch of my LC, I’m not knowledgeable on replacing all the brake components...

Anyone here used the STOPTECH drilled/slotted rotors OR Brembo regular rotors none slotted/drilled Like to hear your guys thoughts on these rotor options. Thanks!

I am purchasing a 2003 LX470 with 116k miles. I will pick up the vehicle next week. Please tell me what items I should replace, change, inspect for wear, etc. to get it ready for its new home. I know the timing belt was replaced at 90k miles, and I assume the water pump at the same time...

Hi fellas, Need some advice on my brakes. Just installed new brakepads yesterday. Brand new. No certain brand though... I drove around today and I could feel that they were dragging a lot! Now I took the wheel and the new pads off and I cannot see what is wrong. I have three different...

I've got an '03 that has serious brake issues. A bunch of warning lights come on and a high pitched alarm sounds. I took it to a LC specialist and they say the equivalent of the power booster is shot and it'll take around $4,000 to put a new one in. Any thoughts on a reliable rebuilt...

Hi, I recently acquired my dad's 1977 FJ40, which has sat for the last 8 years. We got it running, and we've had an interesting time with the brakes. It has a brand new master cylinder and the system is very well bled. At times it feels like the brake booster works great, at other times it does...

I've been searching for a place to buy 3/16 tube 10MM tube nuts to redo my brake lines but I'm having a hard time finding a good source. I would also like to buy a few tube nuts with a groove so I can clip them for the flex to solid line joints. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Hi guys, I just put a Dobinson 65mm rear and 60mm front lift in my kzj78 prado. Was hoping I wouldn't need to extend my brake hoses but it looks like I have to do that, at full travel they are stretched tighter than a guitar string. So my question is: a) what size is the hose that i need to...

Hello all, I am looking for a trustworthy service shop in the Jacksonville, Florida area. My vehicle is a 2006 LX 470, and I want to have the front hubs, CV, brakes (rotors, pads, fluid) fully serviced. I typically do this stuff myself, but just don't have the time right now. I am going to...

Weird story, but I'll proceed. On Thanksgiving night, I had my FJ62 broken into. They damaged the lock cylinders on the hatch and the driver-side door, and eventually entered by breaking the rear, driver-side door window. Long story,short, I booked an appt with A Touch of Glass for the window...

Hey Y'all, I am currently trying to figure out my brake line situation on my '66 Resto-mod. I am swapping to a dual circuit brake cylinder with a brake booster most likely from an FJ80. The previous owner installed disc brakes from who knows what. I may look at swapping the calipers and...

I have had unimpressive brake performance for the last several years. I just went through my rear axle (which was leaking gear oil all over the drivers side) replacing bearings, seals, parking shoes, rotors, calipers (because one leaked as I pushed the piston back in), pads, and Slee...