Good source for calipers and CVs for my 2000?

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oysterhead43

oysterhead43

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I had a my LC inspected and the shop says there's rust in the calipers and the recommend replacing them. Also recommended replacing CV axles because they're leaking and dirty (they think the axle was contaminated).

I know these are likely overkill solutions (especially CV), but calipers worry me a bit since my kids ride in the LC. And I already planned on replacing the rotors, so if we're in there....

What are good sources for replacement calipers and CVs? I look at OEM, but think they might be a bit rich for my blood (even with Onur's 25% discount).

Thank you!
 
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I think you will find that going OEM on these trucks is the only way to go. A little extra coin now, makes a difference 13 years down the road. Saving $100 right now, and then having to replace the components in 5 years will make you wonder why you didn't go OEM.
 
Thanks, I was definitely leaning that way for the CVs, based on threads here.

But calipers seem like there is a MASSIVE difference in cost.
 
Many use after market calipers including myself. A huge difference in cost and seem to do a good job. Made a huge difference when I did my complete overhaul and couldn't be happier.

I agree and encourage buying OEM CV's. You can buy the one's from the big auto part houses but they are not anywhere close to one's from Toyota. They don't last and are an inferior design.

Unless your axles are damaged, rebuild them yourself for less that $40.00 for the two. Messy but worth the effort. Lot's of information here to guide you. If you don't rebuild, keep the one's removed and send them to me. I'll pay shipping.
 
Do most reman calipers (e.g. Napa) come with slide pins and fit kit?

Or do I need to buy those separately?
 
A few more options to consider...

1 - rebuild your existing calipers (assuming they really need it and you trust the shops opinion). You can get kits to do this pretty cheap and clean up your existing calipers with wire brushes, paint them, put new seals and gaskets in and they will be like new.

^ If that's more than you want to undertake yourself

2 - get remanufactured calipers (basically factory rebuilt & typically exceed OEM specifications using OE or OEM calipers)

3 - you will see "loaded" and "semi-loaded" caliper options - the loaded calipers will come with brake pads pre-installed and all hardware. Semi-loaded will come with calipers and some hardware like pins, clips, shims, etc.

I like to pick my hardware personally and I just did a complete brake service myself recently. I would not get loaded calipers if I was going that route. I decided to buy powerstop cross drilled slotted rotors, toyota brake pads, new wheel bearing kits (from cruiseroutfitters) and also got new shims, clips, etc.

I got my rotors from www.rockauto.com - They have great prices on a lot of stuff. I also buy a lot or OEM Toyota parts but keep in mind Toyota doesn't manufacture everything. They do not make calipers but rather source them from several OEM providers. (ie - I just replaced a 02 sensor - Toyota doesn't make these either - they re-sell Denso as OEM. I ordered a Denso 02 sensor off amazon identical to the OEM Toyota part for half of what the dealership would charge). Do your homework - sometimes you can get the same parts far less than Toyota charges even with discounts. That said - I do buy alot of stuff from Toyota and always try to use OEM quality parts.

www.rockauto.com will have remaufactured calipers, caliper rebuild kits, loaded and unloaded options, etc. They will also have cv axles but I'd go with Toyota on those if possible. Lots of threads on here about people trying less expensive CV"s. Toyota / OEM CV's are simply the best available in this case.

Good luck.
 
Very helpful, jgray. Much appreciated.

So, am I generally safe to assume that "semi-loaded" calipers plus my (already-purchased) OEM pads have everything I need for the caliper replacement?
 
^ double check the parts description on the "semi-loaded" calipers - some may contain slightly different parts. Most should have pins, clips and shims. You could always check what your local options are as well. I've gotten some items I could not beat the price on from rockauto anywhere after lots of shopping. Sometimes they have things on close out and clearance - might stumble across a bargain.

I think you will be in great shape with new remand calipers and Toyota pads. I would make sure your existing calipers really need replacing first though. Mine cleaned up really nice with a wire brush and brake clean (most garages don't take time to do this - they usually want to sell you new parts).
 
Talked to NAPA guy, had the choice between Eclipse and his "OE" calipers from Nugeon, which were $35 more per. Did a little research on Nugeon and they seem solid, so I ponied up the extra $70 (still $300 less than OEM from Toyota).

NAPA Part Number: ATM 2201622L

http://www.nugeon.com/products.aspx?i=rc
 
Napa Eclipse were better than I had expected, and came with new pins and spring clips. Had two in the rear for a couple of years and they are working fine. Hard to beat for the price/performance.
 
I found that the Eclipse Rears from NAPA were actually rebuilt OEM calipers. I was very happy with them.
 
oysterhead43 said:
Talked to NAPA guy, had the choice between Eclipse and his "OE" calipers from Nugeon, which were $35 more per. Did a little research on Nugeon and they seem solid, so I ponied up the extra $70 (still $300 less than OEM from Toyota).
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Are the OEM Toyota calipers you quote the new ones or Toyota reman units?

I know Toyota has reman calipers for the 80-series (I bought some when I owned that truck), and I'm betting they have them for the 100-series. The trick was knowing the part number. Maybe someone here can provide it.
 
I picked up the Nugeon's today, they look very well done.

super90: the remans are basically the same price as new for the 100s, plus you have the core charge.

RobRed: that's the discounted price from Onur, so as cheap as it gets for OEM. That was too much for me, yes.
 
I changed my front brake pads today. The outside pad on the driver side was worn down to the metal. All the other pads still had about half of the pad left. Does this indicate that the caliper is bad and needs replacing? Has anyone else encountered this? How difficult is it to refurb the existing caliper and have people had good results doing this? I am not all that handy with a wrench, but getting more and more comfortable doing work on my own thanks to the knowledge of folks on this site. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
 
Also, that outside driver side pad got into the rotor a bit... Do I need to replace the rotor or will new pads smooth it out over time?
 
If they are scored, removing and having the rotors turned would be a good idea before installing new pads. Or replace with those made of gold.
 
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If they are scored, removing and having the rotors turned would be a good idea before installing new pads. Or replace with those made of gold.
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Thanks, that's what I was afraid of. I guess I should probably replace the caliper too while I'm in there.
 
jemsec said:
Unless your axles are damaged, rebuild them yourself for less that $40.00 for the two. Messy but worth the effort. Lot's of information here to guide you. If you don't rebuild, keep the one's removed and send them to me. I'll pay shipping.
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this is the best advice. I did mine last year and had only ever changed brakes, so i'm proof it is DIY-able. You would need the axles to be seriously damaged for them not to be rebuildable.
 
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