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Performance brake pads?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by VTCAL, Jun 9, 2023.

  1. Jun 9, 2023 at 10:47 PM
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    rotated tires changed oil threw out the old air freshener.
    Are there any suggestions for front disc brake pads that offer real "BITE" with acceptable wear?

    Looking...
     
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  2. Jun 9, 2023 at 11:01 PM
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  3. Jun 10, 2023 at 3:31 AM
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    Anything semi-metallic is going to bite really hard at any temp and have good wear. I have used R1 semi-metallic pads, they work good with not too much dust. The most aggressive pad I have used is Centric C-tek semi metalic. Very dusty but they literally will put you through the windshield.
    Don't be fooled by price. Semi metallic pads are very inexpensive compared to ceramics, this doesn't mean they are inferior.
     
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    Centric Fleet Performance 306.09760. Same as TRD Sport pads w/o the red paint and higher price.
     
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    I tried semi metallic pads in my 2001 tundra, and hated them. They were noisy till the pads got up to temp. The stock toyota ceramic pads gave me the best performance.
     
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    Powerstop pads/Centric rotors.
    Check out Tire Rack, you can even reach out to them and pick their brains about it.
     
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    Not sure if MAX brakes are in the US but they ship right to your door and offer cheap brakes, OEM brakes, and performance brakes. More importantly they come with a special coating to prevent corrosion & rust and to protect against moisture and salt.

    They're even on Amazon. I last used them on my CRV and they lasted a long time and weren't too dusty up front. I will use them again when they are due.
    $161 Max Advanced Brakes Front Brake Kit Compatible With 2003-2008 2009 Toyota 4Runner Compatible With FJ Cruiser Tacoma Replacement Drilled Slotted Black Coated Disc Brake Rotors and Ceramic Brake Pads
    https://www.amazon.ca/Rotors-Ceramic-Brakes-2007-2014-Cruiser/dp/B00IIWHIRK?qid=1686443215&s=automotive&sr=1-9&vehicle=2017-76-1037------------1&vehicleName=2017+Toyota+Tacoma&th=1


    More options here: https://maxbrakescanada.com
     
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  10. Jun 10, 2023 at 6:23 PM
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    I'm sure the pads and the rotors are better :notsure:

    Here's the brake line kit sold separately.
     
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  11. Jun 10, 2023 at 8:08 PM
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    Not been impressed with the brakes on this truck at all. Been trying to decide on an upgrade. Doesn't even have two grand on it yet.
    Just the pads here. I was thinking of trying pads. But the factory pads that came on my truck should be ceramic. So I haven't been sure it would make any difference.
    Pads might work for you though. $52
    $47 Power Stop Z36-976 Front Truck and Tow Brake Pads For 2003-2009 GX470 | 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2007-2014 FJ Cruiser | 2001-2007 Sequoia | 2005-2022 Tacoma [6 Lug] | 2000-2006 Tundra
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009FRTR4Y/
    https://www.powerstop.com/product/power-stop-z36-brake-pads/#y=2022&mk=TOYOTA&mo=TACOMA

    Power Stop K137-36 Front Z36 Truck & Tow Brake Kit, Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads and Drilled/Slotted Brake Rotors $217
    $186 Power Stop K137-36 Front Z36 Truck & Tow Brake Kit, Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads and Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors For Toyota 4Runner FJ Cruiser Tacoma 6 Lug
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005UB8X94/
    https://www.powerstop.com/product/power-stop-z36-brake-kit/
     
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  12. Jun 10, 2023 at 9:26 PM
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    rotated tires changed oil threw out the old air freshener.
    OK! Thanks for the info
     
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  13. Jun 11, 2023 at 7:25 AM
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    I had a set of EBC slotted and drilled rotors on my 2001 tundra for years. They were outstanding vs the original solid ones.
     
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