It seems as though I have extra brake pedal travel ever since I switched to 33" tires, could this be a load sensing valve adjust problem? Got me some rear brake shoes on the way, going to re/re the brakes anyhow.
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Chang-kuao-lo said:BJ 74, no lift, just 33" tires. I figure my brake shoes are getting thin, and the self aduster has run out. I'm just not sure if the bigger tires would affect the load sensing valve.
Chang-kuao-lo said:It seems as though I have extra brake pedal travel ever since I switched to 33" tires, could this be a load sensing valve adjust problem? Got me some rear brake shoes on the way, going to re/re the brakes anyhow.
Greg_B said:Larger front calipers and perhaps a brake master upgrade might help...
On that note: Anyone gone to the larger runner calipers on a 70, and not had to change out the master?
beanz2 said:In my opinion, dollar for dollar, the 4Runner caliper upgrade is more effective than a rear disk brake conversion when it comes to braking power. Most of a vehicle's forward braking comes from the front anyway. That said, I'm planning to upgrade all my cruisers to rear disk set ups anyway just for the bling factor
People's experience even in older FJ40's using the stock master varies quite a bit. Some feel the factory master is sufficient, some don't like the increased pedal travel. I would try the stock master first, it only costs some extra brake fluid if you change it later. I'll report later if the 1990+ cruiser that have larger calipers from the factory have larger bore masters than the older ones.
Dave
Jan-78FJ40 said:Just regular 4 runner calipers, from napa or so?
and when you go to disk brakes, how will the e-brake problem be handled?
thanks
jan
Jan-78FJ40 said:and when you go to disk brakes, how will the e-brake problem be handled?