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Question about doing Calipers

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by ikuczman, Aug 30, 2025.

  1. Aug 30, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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    ikuczman

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    I have an 2003 Tacoma with original Calipers & Caliper Brackets.

    Do I need to Replace the caliper brackets? Or can I run them again as long as the mating surfaces are good and the boots are still somewhat intact?

    Thanks for the input.
     
    ikuczman, Aug 30, 2025
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  2. Aug 30, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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    You can reuse the brackets.
     
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    NEVER have I to RR a caliper bracket
     
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    Reuse the brackets no need to replace.
     
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    Don't you have a 6-lug? The caliper is a fixed/non-floating design. Curious what you're calling a bracket..

    Usually the term "bracket" refers to the half of a floating caliper that bolts directly to the knuckle and holds the pads. The other half "floats" on greased slide pins and holds the piston and brake line
     
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