1. Welcome to Tundras.com!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tundra discussion topics
    • Transfer over your build thread from a different forum to this one
    • Communicate privately with other Tundra owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

GX460 Front Brake Upgrade questions

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by Jedgar, Sep 15, 2024.

  1. Sep 15, 2024 at 8:15 AM
    #1
    Jedgar

    Jedgar [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 12, 2020
    Member:
    #50693
    Messages:
    31
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jim
    Vehicle:
    2006 SR5 Double Cab 4WD, V8, forest green w/ topper
    None (no lift, don't want one), Bilstein 4600 shocks soon. Bigger Michelin tires soon.
    Questions:
    1. Best measurement to machine the calipers. I've seen both 3 and 3.5mm. I found a good local machine shop that will do the set for $90.
    2. Best pads for heavy duty use, primarily towing performance. I've seen EBC "yellow Stuff" recommended. How about Powerstop 36 Towing pads? (I can get them in a kit with rotors, K5873-36).
    3. Anybody had problems with Powerstop calipers? If I could find good used OEM, I'd rebuild them, but haven't found a good set so far.

    Looking forward to improved braking performance!

    Thanks for your help.
     
  2. Sep 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM
    #2
    shifty`

    shifty` I’ll teabag a piranha tank

    Joined:
    Jun 20, 2020
    Member:
    #48239
    Messages:
    28,214
    ATL
    Vehicle:
    '06 AC Limited V8/4WD
    (see signature for truck info)
    FrenchToasty likes this.
  3. Sep 15, 2024 at 11:19 AM
    #3
    Jedgar

    Jedgar [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 12, 2020
    Member:
    #50693
    Messages:
    31
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jim
    Vehicle:
    2006 SR5 Double Cab 4WD, V8, forest green w/ topper
    None (no lift, don't want one), Bilstein 4600 shocks soon. Bigger Michelin tires soon.

Products Discussed in

To Top