Best rotors and pads

It’s finally time to replace my rotors and pads after 5 years and 70,000 miles. Any suggestions other than oem or a StopTech rotor and TRD pad combo? I sometimes tow. Thanks in advance!

 

Just did mine at 80K. They still had some life, but wasn't going to push it. I got 100K on my fronts with my 2nd gen. OEM pads and just a dressing on the rotors. Dealer did a great job. Done!

G.

 

Despite Toyota not listing their performance pads as fitting 3rd Gen, they do. If you are looking for best performance, I recommend following this thread. Note they will be dustier than the stock pads.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/brake-upgrade-stoptech-rotors-trd-performance-pads.523829/

 

You mention StopTech, don’t know this brand but I did install PowerStop and would again with the new truck in a heartbeat.

 

I read through what the OP said in that one. Good read for sure.

 

You haven’t had any squeaks or anything weird? I know from some of my past vehicles that some aftermarket stuff works and others just don’t.

 

O-E-M

 

Nope

 

Akebono pads and rotors

 

I've had good luck with Raybestos Element3 coated rotors and pads. Fairly cheap, seem to work well, and hold up well to road salt. They're like $75 for rotors and pads on RockAuto. I do not tow much, so can't comment on towing performance.

 

I like akebono pads and some rotors off rock Auto. Seems like the best price and really good quality pads with no squeaking

 

I hear Green Stuff is pretty awesome, that's what I'm looking to replace with.

 

I have 87k miles on my original brakes. Still going strong

 

See the thread linked above. Green Stuff is an organic pad (not generally good for trucks), high initial bite but very low operating temp meaning quick to fade on heavier vehicles, or those with larger tires.

 

Brembo...wonder if they make anything or ATE (a German company)

 

I've been using the bosch quiet cast rotors for years on my 1st and 2nd gen with great results. Last long, resist corrosion better than other reasonably priced rotors, they are balanced and turned very well and the castings are very consistent.

 

Stoptech slotted and OEM TRD pads

 

Wagner E coated rotors and Thermo Quiet pads. Get 80-100 every time.