2017 Toyota Tacoma Brake Job Info

[@frankbiz]

I appreciate the tip but I wish we could see you do the job.

[@don_chuwish]

Agreed!

[@brianbumgardner8704]

Love ceramic brake pads, no noise and minimum brake dust.

[@eppenga]

Never had ceramic and choose for ceramic last time and they are soooo much better!!

[@MrTspeeds07]

If you ever move to FL I will be happy to bring my 2004 taco to you! I wish I had a mechanic like you down here

[@guymann4016]

I have used Import direct pads on my GX460. They’re excellent. Quiet. Not dusty. And grab very well.

[@mrgeopet4291]

Best video yet on tacoma brakes thank you sir good job

[@g.fortin3228]

I have had really good luck with the Wagner ceramic pads and they are priced right. They have a unique design with slots to clear water and dust. No doubt your new pads will be nice too. Nice job saving the customer from buying rotors.. those look barely worn. TWO thumbs up ! :-)

[@coloradoboo1071]

Thanks for the pad tip!! My daughters 2012 Sienna needs new rotors and pads so I will give those pads a try!!

[@Krakondack]

I've noticed dealers lately quoting way, way more than even their previous inflated prices. Poop flows downhill, and they're not getting new car inventory, and probably have a shortage of workers, so what work they do has to make them a lot more money.

[@rondhole]

No, TOYOTA actually always sells 2 trade parts. The original partd, and after market parts in Toyota box with YZZ..... parts number. Watch the part number, often YZZ parts cost 1/2 or less.

[@bigfoot4515]

Great video. Thanks Peter!

[@Ivannator]

I just put those on my Toyota Tacoma and I love them so far.

[@frankponte4031]

Interesting that you're mentioning this today. I replaced the front brake pads on my 2008 Sienna van about a year ago and have an intermittent light squeaking / squealing sound when backing up and maneuvering at very slow speeds. Otherwise it stops just fine with a great pedal and no other complaints. I used Toyota OEM pads. The rotors measured less than .003" runout and there was very little ridge on the rotors. I cleaned everything and installed new hardware. Also checked, cleaned and lubricated the caliper slide pins before reassembly. I'm going to pull the calipers and pads tomorrow before rotating the tires and changing the oil. Was thinking about lightly deglazing the pads before reinstalling them but maybe I'll just visit my local O'Reilly's and give your premium pads recommendation a try.

[@LAactor]

Pull the caliper brackets and file down any rust under the tin hardware that the pads slide in. Lightly grease under the tin on the surface you just filed clean to block more buildup. No grease on the ears nor the top of the brake hardware. Just under. Grease on the brake piston surface and the other side on just the caliper ears. But honestly, when you said backing, it made me think your squealer is either bent or positioned incorrectly and it catches. See if switching it works. Wherever it is, it might be in the wrong spot. But, that said, light sanding of the pad and resurfacing of the rotor could remove any embedded things. Might be a very small grain of sand. And silicone paste the glide pins. In fact, pull them out and brake clean the caliper holes where the pins go and get a nylon pipe cleaner brush and really clean that out. Compressed air helps but not required. When I say grease, esp if it contacts rubber, I mean use silicone paste. Moly grease will swell and deteriorate and eat up rubber. Good luck.

[@frankponte4031]

Guaranteed that everything will be spotless when it goes back together. So far everything looks great though. No rust or corrosion anywhere. Stainless anti-rattle hardware properly installed. Slide pins loose and lubricated and the silicone grease originally applied to the typical areas is still present. The brake pads look like new with no uneven wear and the wear indicators were not even close to contacting the rotors. I'm going to lightly sand / deglaze the pads and re-install everything. It might have been some debris causing the squealing. Just a slight annoyance when backing out of the garage and driving very slowly.

[@kenk3102]

...thank you Peter for the video.....would like to see you do the job and the turning of the rotors... :)

[@drawbridge611]

Very good info I did not know before watching this. Thank you.

[@jamram9924]

I've serviced dozens of Toyota and Akebono would make pads for cars and PBR for their trucks (semi-metallic) We used to have squeaks on the semi-metallic brake pads, but they had much better stopping power than full ceramic brake pads since they "bit more" into the rotor. These brake pads were great if you also towed. We would used BG Stop Squeal on the pads and this would eliminate the squeal. When Toyota pads were not available for passenger cars or SUVs, I used Bosch and never had a return/replace for any issues. These are German designed but manufactured in Mexico, across the border from El Paso, TX.

[@LAactor]

I see a lot of "Made in Mexico" stamped on a lot of the shims on pads. Or pads themselves sometimes because the shim is part of the pad permanently if I recall correctly in the Bosch design. Agreement on the bite of semi metallics. But the dust is a huge annoyance. However, these days the tech has improved greatly and for non tow applications I do feel some out there are able to perform better than ceramic of past years ago.

[@2-old-Forthischet]

I replaced my front pads on my 2003 Tacoma with some ceramic pads I found that are made for tow vehicles. Like WOW, are those things great! I don't tow with my Tacoma anymore because I got a larger tow vehicle but these pads are really smooth!

[@LAactor]

Do you have the name of them!

[@2-old-Forthischet]

@@LAactor no sorry but I did buy them on (choke) Amazon. It wasn't a "brand name".

[@samuelrivas7032]

Thank you for the important information on the pads.

[@Methodical2]

I have stuck with Toyota brake parts (2013 Sequoia), but I have not been quoted $120 for pads. I replaced the original rotors with OEM and now just rotate between the two set. When I change rotors, I have the old set turned, wash and repeat. Oh, I do all work on my vehicles, so cost is not too much an issue since there is no labor charge. The machine shop charges $15 to turn each rotor. I have not used aftermarket pads or rotors, but the OEM stuff brakes well to stop that big truck. Love my Toyota (remember that commercial).

[@rk22cc]

Yes, thanks for the info.

[@jeffkeryk3550]

I have been using the new Raybestos Element3 pads and rotors. The pads are hybrid and the rotors are coated. Great prices, perfect fittment and excellent braking performance. The Import Direct stuff is good, but the Element 3 stuff is cheaper and top quality.

[@LAactor]

I have these in the box and ready. How is the feel when braking? More firm? How is the dust? Noise?

[@michaelbrennan7148]

Thank you Peter.

[@greatpariscars]

Toyota Parts Deal has the brake pads for that 2017 Tacoma for $72.71. OEM from Toyota.

[@Callm3]

Toyota has a value line and a original line Value line brakes are the ceramics Less dust and noise but reduced brake feel and bite Original pads are what came in the car from the factory. Harsher on rotors and more dust but those sacrifices enable a better brake feel I just use the value lines because they’re cheaper and better than any aftermarket option imo $90 vs $60 on a 2013 camry

[@Outlaw_j84]

Omg this is why I do brakes on my own! $300+ to replace brake pads and resurface rotors?

[@sergiodjf]

What about Akebono brake pads? I’ve heard they’re good quality

[@wallc3243]

That's Scotty Kilmer favourite Japanese brake pad. Perfect for 94 Celica. Joke aside, I used one for my Yaris, buy cheapest Akebono. Still hold up until now with daily 60 mile driving.

[@boostedmaniac]

Akebono is very good. I think many oems use them as well.

[@riduandunia6591]

I haven't tried ceramic pads; I usually buy oe pads that are $65 - 70. I agree with your decision to buy the non-toyota pads.

[@jack-nv3ty]

I have a 99 4runner with p0300 p0305 p0301. I have replaced the coils, injectors spark plugs (double ground) still missing. It doesnt have a down stream o2 sensor in it because I just got done welding up the frame. it was rusted apart so I plugged the hole for now. I live in MN so I don't any testing. I don't know what to look at.

[@bruceedgecomb8722]

totally agree with you my Friend

[@andyg5004]

Peter always use oem brake pads. With that many miles change the pins and anti rattle clips

[@brucedouglas7643]

I put aftermarket ceramic brake pads on my tundra and have had no problems whatsoever. While I do like to support Toyota as much as possible, I also have to keep price and common sense part of the equation. I don’t see your customer having any problems with the pads you put on his truck and think he’ll return for scheduled maintenance for years to come.

[@inferno1770]

Great info want to see the brake job start to finish

[@walterashby1816]

Hay a good point. But maybe the rotors my 2020 rav 4 the brake rotors are always rusty and she screeches when applying the brakes?

[@حامدشهاوى]

Great work 👍 Thank you

[@BAD_CONSUMER]

only times ive ever had squeeky brakes is with the organic compounds. Full ceramic never gave me any headaches, just a lot of dust.

[@adamscastle6222]

I agree here. I buy my pads at auto zone. Lifetime guarantee. Never had any issues with their pads. Sometimes i replace the pads simply because I had them off. No questions asked, they just hand me a new set.

[@LAactor]

Do you use the mid-range or the cmax? I find the top range so pricey! Used to use Gold back in the day when that was the top and the car stopped on a dime!

[@adamscastle6222]

@@LAactor I have used both. IMHO it doesn't matter if one set wears out sooner than another, its lifetime replacement either way. It will only give me an excuse to inspect, clean and replace pads.

[@andyg5004]

Peter I just tundra pads which are the same for the Tacoma’s for 80.

[@ex8280]

I got a tacoma 2000 2.4L that needs a new brake rotor. I am having a hard time ordering the parts because everytime I go to the dealership to order(ebay also), the item they show have six holes for the bolt, my truck only have 5. How do I find the correct OEM part for this if even the dealership can't help me?

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Peter did you check Akebono brake pads the ones I got were from AutoZone lifetime pads that they make such a grinding noise ceramic next time I try a Akebono . I like that you turn the rotors.

[@samuelsnyder5169]

I had to do an emergency brake job in a small city. Couldn’t find pads in any of the auto parts stores, but there was a Toyota dealer, $70 for pads. I haven’t had any squeaking, but they came with absolutely no additional hardware, no backing plates springs pins nothing. They are absolutely terrible compared to aftermarket, way too soft, dusty, already worn down about an 1/8” I say go with aftermarket, the last one’s I had were from auto zone and I put 20k miles on 3/16” of what was left on the pad. Everything else apart from lubricants and oils are oem.

[@janpur1417]

OEm brake pads are the wayto go. OEM is made by Sumitomo or Akebono. Those are soft so it won't eat the rotor/disk. All my toyota trucks use OEm brake parts and can stop on the dime.

[@kalani1987]

Those Import Direct pads for my old 2007 Kia runs $76 a pair. A bit high for my taste.

[@LAactor]

What do you consider for your range? Maybe Raybestos EHT?

[@kalani1987]

@@LAactor Something like a Duralast Gold at around $55

[@MrCalifornia1234]

My tundra brakes so much better with my ceramic pads. Never heard any noise, but I cleaned the area really good. Cost me next to nothing to do it myself.

[@johnmattiazzo3900]

U could've used akibono brake pads there high quality

[@CarlosRodriguez-hb3vq]

I don’t know about where you live, but it’s getting hard to find a place that will resurface rotors cheaply.

[@happy543210]

I only buy akebono pads. Quiet and no brake dust.

[@ericjudd3137]

What do you think about the Akebono brake pads heard they are there really good just woundering if you heard about then all the reviews and seen other shops up them some of the best on KZbin instead them and love them

[@alamedacustomholsters]

Please move to Texas

[@Thankyou_3]

Sorry, I don’t agree with you sir. The rotors are rusted. It would be cheaper to put OEM Toyota Rotors and brake pads…it will save money for the client in the long run. Every aftermarket parts manufacturer claim they are better than OEM, in my experience just because the brake materials are stronger pads don’t mean it is a good combination with OEM rotors. I highly recommend OEM rotors and pads.

[@johnlacroix1639]

WOW very interesting super kool ,1st class great info.,, AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.

[@paulcolby580]

Great price . wright thing to do

[@leonfamily6928]

Where is your shop located, need brake jobs on my Toyota Sienna and Corolla.

[@brucewayne2773]

he is in arcata, ca

[@LAactor]

Where are you? Remember he is overbooked so don't just drive there or you may need to get a hotel for a night or few in case there are no press available locally

[@BrockOBauma]

I go with toyota OEM for a lot of things, but aftermarket pads and rotors are ok with me. For things that are labor-intensive to replace, or can leave me stranded, I'm probably going OEM. Pads & rotors don't fit either of those criteria.

[@kimsoon80]

Wow.. these Tacomas came with 4 pot brake calipers..

[@eddwiggins4383]

I work at O'Reilly's The public hasn't really responded well to those pads

[@SteveB88]

What brand of pads do you recommend? Which ones have given you good decent reviews?

[@Mike_44]

180K miles on a 4 year old car?? o_O Wow!

[@adamscastle6222]

and probably original pads

[@edwardbenedict4961]

How much were the OEM rotors? How many times were those rotors turned?

[@cjpamp1267]

you made the right choice because you would have to do the brakes over again because the customer would have been annoyed with the squeaking brake noise.you would have lost time doing them again and money

[@حامدشهاوى]

👍👍👍

[@barryg4452]

Better to go with OEM all around.

[@2081calin]

Hi ,Toyota maintenance , I live in Los Angeles, I will like you to take a look to my 95 Toyota 4Runner 4x4 It need to be fixed , how I can contact you, please let me know thanks

[@bigdaddymak1439]

I believe Akebono makes Toyota pads

[@agostinodibella9939]

I have been using Akebono pads since watching Scotty Kilmer talk about them. I never had problems with them, even when i reused rotors. As long as they didn’t pulsate before, they remained quiet.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

@@agostinodibella9939 yeah with ceramic pads there's no reason to turn rotors in spec if there's no groves, warpage or hot spots. We turned rotors in the past to keep noise down from semi metallic pads.

[@chanakpugkaing]

How ironic that you’re working on a bird guys truck while the Geese are migrating in the background. I’m a couple hundred miles south of you and they been flying by all day for a couple weeks now

[@rondhole]

Toyota with YZZ parts number are really aftermarket in Toyota box. Not original that come from factory when new. They are usually ceramic, the original is semimetallic. I prefer brake pads from Bosch, Bendix, Napa gold, Wagner, TRW, Akebono. They are cheaper and usually within 20% original pads performance. Brake has rafting cold-not coefficient friction. GG is the best, GF, FF, FE, ...EE (the weakest).

[@davidschechter5470]

i would have used akebono pads. oem quality, better price

[@billsimpson604]

There is a name for paying $120 for a set of front brake pads. It is called waste. A set of front ceramic pads (both sides) with stainless hardware for a 2000 Ford Expedition from Rock Auto costs $18. Except for very expensive vehicles, auto dealers make their profit on repairs, more than on sales. Selling victims parts they don't need is routine for auto dealers and crooked repair shops. Be aware that semi metallic brake pads grip the rotors better than ceramic pads do. That won't matter on that Toyota with dual piston brake calipers. But it might on an overloaded vehicle coming down some steep mountain slope.

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

Super early today.

[@greatpariscars]

*a lot more coming your way (not "way") :)

[@agostinodibella9939]

Wow, those pads can’t last very long!

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Peter said 180,000 miles on the clock.

[@andyg5004]

Tacoma’s and older tundra have same brake pads. They are made by sumitomo in Japan and are FF rated. Excellent pads. Import direct is garbage. Sorry but the extra $60 would have been worth but your parts guys tried to pull a fast one on you.

[@82dupont]

There are other companies that make brake pads for Toyota, I purchased OEM pads from the dealer a week ago and they are made by Advics as well.

[@LAactor]

Or the dealer pressured him to try to overcharge. What's FF? Fast and furious?

[@ladavis1959]

But if he was not your friend what would you have charged him

[@geofffikar3417]

Probably the same. This guy is so honest everyone wants his services.

[@brucewayne2773]

$330 is not that cheap, in my opinion. $60 for pads, my local machine shop charges $40 to turn both rotors. $230 for shop time, pretty pricey for 1.5 labor hour maybe. It wouid take me an hour tops

[@williamtukeyjr3661]

@@brucewayne2773 Peter shouldn't have to work "cheap," in my opinion.

[@brucewayne2773]

@@williamtukeyjr3661 He has a business to run, he has overhead , his price for the brake job is reasonable. I am just saying how much it would cost me to do it myself.

[@williamtukeyjr3661]

@@brucewayne2773 Fair enough. You have the skills.

[@racekar80]

Brakes turn Kinetic energy into heat, the rotor absorbs the heat and dissipates it over time. The mass of the rotor is important, more mass more ability to absorb heat. When you turn a rotor you decrease it’s mass, and decrease it’s ability to absorb heat, and increase the chance of warping the rotor. It’s foolish since most rotors are reasonably priced and the cost and effort to cut them doesn’t pay. If they warped before cutting they will absolutely do it after.

[@on-site4094]

Akebono brake pads

[@YournameGoeshere-tj3zt]

Can I have my 5 minutes back?

[@benitocortesmendez2414]

Talk to much just do it.