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Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Tacoma Jack, Apr 6, 2013.

  1. Apr 6, 2013 at 4:10 PM
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    Im looking for the best brake rotors to buy for my truck, and where to buy them from...any recommendations? suggestions? please and thank you.

    Does Centrix make good brakes?
     
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  2. Apr 6, 2013 at 4:30 PM
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    I purchased a set made in England for a Jeep Cherokee. Seemed to be quality stuff. E-mail this guy tom(at)buybrakes.com . I will buy through him for my next rotors.

    Im sorry I cant remember the brand name . I will check as I still have the box at my shop.
     
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  3. Apr 6, 2013 at 4:41 PM
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    Do the Tundra brake swap. Get some Tundra rotors, calipers, and pads...
     
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  4. Apr 6, 2013 at 4:47 PM
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    But...but....my truck isnt an AWD....its a fwD can I still do a Tundra rotor swap?
     
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  6. Apr 6, 2013 at 6:33 PM
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    No Tacoma is and AWD. Yes, you can do the swap (older Tundra mind you. '06 and earlier).

    However, just to back pedal a bit, this isn't necessary unless you tow/haul a lot or plan on getting/have bigger tires. Brembo makes decent rotors. OEM are the best pads IMO.
     
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  7. Apr 6, 2013 at 7:05 PM
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    NAPA blanks. I know plenty of people who trust them on racecars, no reason not to trust em on a truck.
     
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  8. Apr 6, 2013 at 7:38 PM
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    So I can buy two 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, or 2013 Tundra 5-lug rotors from partsgeek.com, and it will fit with the 2001, 199mm S13WE Calipers?
     
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  9. Apr 6, 2013 at 7:49 PM
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    From the sound of it, Tundra brakes would be an unnecessary hassle on your truck

    Stick to stock, if you're worried about brake feel maybe get some stainless lines and good DOT4 fluid and you'll be golden for whatever you throw at it.
     
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  10. Apr 6, 2013 at 7:52 PM
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    No, count the other way. 1st gen Tundra. And 6 lug (if you have a 5 lug Tacoma, you are SOL).
     
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  11. Apr 6, 2013 at 8:15 PM
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    Yeah, I guess I am SOL. lol. Well, I guess I'll stick with Schusters advice, thanks Andrew!
     
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    Id just get mid/high end from napa or carquest....usually alright stuff...or just get your rotors turned and decent pads?
     
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