Brake upgrade to 93+ system

Re: Brake upgrade to 93+ system (Moefan01)

Mon, 27 Apr 2015 13:10:13 GMT

Thanks for the replies. It is a N/A model. Sounds like a need a few extra bits to go with the calipers and rotors

Re: Brake upgrade to 93+ system (dylmrt)

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 09:53:31 GMT

The Hilux BMC can also be used for even nicer feel.

Re: Brake upgrade to 93+ system (Reddtarga)

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 08:56:17 GMT

Moefan
Is your car an NA?
IMO, for a car that is mostly driven on the street if the early model small brakes are well maintained they should be totally adequate, even with plain rotors and stock Toyota pads.
However the pedal feel can be greatly improved by fitting a one inch M/C and a '94+ booster + check valve.
A M/C brace also helps.
I run that setup that gives a much firmer pedal with a lot less travel, but still only needs light pedal pressure to stop.

BTW, if replacing a M/C I would recommend forget the wreckers and get a brand new one - they are a vital part.

Re: Brake upgrade to 93+ system (RHOK)

Wed, 22 Apr 2015 22:54:24 GMT

I have Ksport 8 pots with 350mm disks in an ABS system

I should check if my MC was updated just out of curiosity and to what if yes

My brakes a freakin awesome

Re: Brake upgrade to 93+ system (Cruiser97_80)

Wed, 22 Apr 2015 20:34:07 GMT

Best to update the whole system booster, master cyl etc. Dont forget a vacuum check valve. Best to source a generic 1 from the wreckers as the later check valve is in a hard line in the engine compartment.
If you do upgrade I will have a full set of slotted rotors available soon.

Re: Brake upgrade to 93+ system (Reddtarga)

Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:48:55 GMT

The '92+ rotors and calipers do just bolt on, however there may be more expense in doing this properly than you realize. Because you will also need to change the master cylinder, booster, and check valve as well.

Early M/C's are 7/8" bore while '92+ M/C's are 15/16"
Important!! If changing to a different M/C replace an ABS with an ABS, or alternatively replace a non-ABS with a non-ABS

The boosters were updated with the '92 models, but the best boosters to get are the '94+ ones that are more powerful again.

Brake upgrade to 93+ system (Moefan01)

Wed, 22 Apr 2015 13:36:25 GMT

I have a 90 sw20 and I would like to improve both the feel and performance of my brakes.
My understanding is that from 93 on, Toyota went with bigger brakes (discs) and hence the change from 14 inch to 15 inch rims? I’m now running 17 inch rims
I’m thinking 93+ calipers on front and back, with new (slotted maybe) rotors. The calipers should just bolt straight on shouldn’t they? (one of the reason I’m thinking about going this way) Anyone have any thought comments or want to highlight flaws in my thinking. I just have to source some 93 + calipers then. " />

thanks
Dave