Basic brake/rotor replacement

Hi, looking to replace the brakes and rotors on my stock 2017 tacoma. I searched around but was finding threads for brake upgrades for trucks with larger/heavier wheels/tires. I just need a good set of replacements for a stock sized wheel/tire non-lifted truck, something that won't break the bank but will be good quality. Any recommendations?

 

I got a complete set of Callahan front rotors and pads for $150. They've actually lasted longer than the OEM did.

 

nice thanks! I see this one on Amazon:

$95 Callahan BRAKE PARTS Front Brake Kit for Toyota 4Runner Tacoma FJ Cruiser Brakes Rotors Ceramic Brake Pads Replacement : 12.56" inch Rotor

https://www.amazon.com/FRONT-Premium-Brake-Rotors-Ceramic/dp/B01N9MZEI5

amazon has a note at top that says it will fit a 2017 taco, but the title by the seller doesn't mention tacoma's, and it's my undertanding that 4runners use larger rotors?

 

I just replaced mine with

$192 Power Stop K137 Power Stop Brake Kit For 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2005-2022 Toyota Tacoma 6 Lug, 2003-2009 4Runner 12.56" Rotors - Front Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads & Drilled Slotted Rotors Replacement, K137

Power Stop K137 rotors and pads. What an amazing difference! Amazon $182

 

I clicked on that link, and it says that's what I purchased in 2021. I have a 2017 tacoma.

 

If you havent' already--check out this thread. Has links to AMAZING (and short too!) videos he did about maintaining your third gen (including brake replacement--both front and rear).
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/3rd-gen-maintenance-maps-get-300k-miles.789809/

 

I went with PowerStop because I had a braking vibration with my OEM brakes. Very happy with PowerStop.

$192 Power Stop Brake Kit For 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2005-2022 Toyota Tacoma 6 Lug, 2003-2009 4Runner 12.56" Rotors - Front Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads & Drilled Slotted Rotors Replacement, K137

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005FKS28C?ie=UTF8

 

I have same vibration. Glad to hear the replacement brakes cured it!

 

the best bang for the buck is the Tacoma Big brake upgrade using GX470/ T4R caliper rotor pads

 

My pulsating vibration was when braking from about 50mph to 35mph. I normally like to stay with OEM, but went aftermarket because of the vibration that appeared at 40K miles on my factory brakes.

I have 15K miles on my PowerStop brakes and still happy with them.

 

as previously said, Powerstop.
I have their rotors and pads on a Infiniti QX30 and a Fiesta ST and an very pleased with them.

 

This is the way. Would recommend the Z36 Extreme's to anyone looking for a serious upgrade. Fantastic bite, long lasting and almost no dust whatsoever.

 

I wonder if you can then do what us GX470 guys do for an upgrade and go to the 460 brakes.

 

Id be willing to try. I was going to do this on my 3rd Gen, but found a brand new set of rotors for my old Lexus sedan buried in my warehouse. Took them to autozone and swapped them for a cheap brake job. the new Calipers will have to wait

 

Im pretty sure you’d need at least 17” wheels.

 

I have SEMA 17's

 

Great info here, even though it is for a 2nd Gen, same pads and rotors https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/how-to-change-front-brakes-pads-and-rotors.353082/
And, https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/brake-upgrade-stoptech-rotors-trd-performance-pads.523829/

 

My OEM rotors went into the trash at 43K miles. Thats when I couldn't take the shaking/vibration when braking at highway speeds anymore. Seems to be a common issue with this gen - I see a lot of us with the same problem at approx the same mileage.

 

I recently ordered oem pads and rotors. They aren't gone yet, but at 100k miles they are getting low. I haven't experienced pulsing or vibrations which is interesting since I've chased those issues on previous vehicles.
Looking back over 30+ years of driving and numerous brake jobs maybe I'm driving this truck slower and easier than all my previous cars.

 

Great timing as I need new rotors as well... This kit looks good - I assume that the pads work directly with the stock OEM calipers?

Thanks!