'05 onwards front brake discs
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Sun, 21 Sep 2014 7:08 +0000by ashh
Is it a known problem or common occurrence for stock discs to get hotspots?
I carry a heavy load and use the brakes more often being an auto 1GRFE..
I've just noticed a slight shudder in the steering when applying the brakes which indicative of a hotspot/s.
What's a good aftermarket replacement for the stockos?
Re: '05 onwards front brake discs
Posted:
Sun, 21 Sep 2014 7:24 +0000by boxhead55
It is common if you have done a suspension upgrade and did not adjust the rear brake proportioning valve so you have rear brakes.
If you lift the rear end and do not adjust that valve you will be completely relying on your front brakes to stop you.
Re: '05 onwards front brake discs
Posted:
Sun, 21 Sep 2014 7:30 +0000by jakelux
Re: '05 onwards front brake discs
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Sun, 21 Sep 2014 7:58 +0000by ashh
When I first got the vehicle it was a mall crawler that never carried any weight, but since I bought it is carrying close to its max GVM constantly, I'm still on stock suspension and have never adjusted the rear drums??
Didn't think it was something that had to be done?? Easy enough to do for the backyard mechanic? Ill have a search anyways, cheers for links jakelux, was hoping someone had recently done a swap over with good/better results.
Re: '05 onwards front brake discs
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Sun, 21 Sep 2014 12:29 +0000by Gulfstream8
Hello ashh
Mate I can honestly say the Australian Made DBA 4x4 Survival Series T2 or T3 are the best discs you can get.
http://www.dba.com.au/products/4x4-survival-series/I always try to use Toyota original parts but there are some things like brake discs etc where the quality of Australian steel is superior.
Re: '05 onwards front brake discs
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Sun, 21 Sep 2014 12:42 +0000by mitch_893
X2 on the dba 4x4 survival rotors. I've got the t2's. t3 just gives you pre heat treatment and also heat indicators. Matched with QFM HPX pads.
But if you've never adjusted the rear shoes up, then that alone is sure to make a world of difference!!